In today’s Nigerian newspaper review on Today in the News, Vanguard leads with renewed concerns over a possible increase in petrol prices as crude oil rose to $114 per barrel amid a dangerous escalation in the United States and Israel’s conflict with Iran. Petrol is already being sold for between N1,200 and N1,400 per litre in some parts of the country.
Another major story highlights UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s meeting with President Bola Tinubu at Downing Street, where both countries finalised a £70 million steel agreement aimed at supporting the rehabilitation of two major Lagos ports.
Vanguard also reports that as Muslims across Nigeria celebrate Eid-el-Fitr to mark the end of Ramadan, prominent Senate leaders have sent goodwill messages to the faithful, urging compassion, unity and greater attention to human development.
Turning to The Guardian, the newspaper leads with measures being taken by the Tinubu administration to strengthen Nigeria’s reputation within the international community, as the country was ranked fourth in the 2026 Global Terrorism Index released on Thursday.
The Punch focuses on the growing political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections, reporting that the developing momentum is now turning into an intense succession contest in at least 10 states, with governors completing their final terms and new political contenders emerging.
Finally, The Nation reports that the Kaduna Division of the Court of Appeal has directed the Federal High Court to consider a fresh application by former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai seeking the enforcement of his fundamental rights.
