Nigerian Newspapers Daily Front Pages Review | Thursday, 21st July, 2022

Naija News looks at the top happenings making headlines on the front pages of Nigeria’s national newspapers today Thursday, 21st July, 2022.

The PUNCH: The Federal Government and labour unions on Wednesday clashed over the groups’ refusal to back down on its planned two-day nationwide protests scheduled for July 26 and 27.

The Guardian: Amid thunderous applause by party faithful, the All Progressives Congress (APC), yesterday, unveiled Senator Kashim Shettima as running mate to its presidential candidate, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The event, however, did not go without controversy arising from the party’s Muslim-Muslim ticket.

Vanguard: PRESIDENTIAL standard bearer of the ruling All Progressives Congress APC, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has again defended his choice of a fellow Muslim, Senator Kashim Shettima, as his running mate, saying though he has heard and read the backlash generated by his decision, he was committed to the joint ticket because he believes in Shettima’s competence.

The Nation: All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential candidate Asiwaju Bola Tinubu yesterday justified the choice of Senator Kashim Shettima as his running mate in next year’s election. He also explained why the ruling party should retain power.

Daily Trust: The vice presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the 2023 general poll, Senator Kashim Shettima has said Nigerians will vote competence over “primordial sentiments” during the upcoming general elections.

Thank you for reading, that is all for today, see you again tomorrow for a review of Nigerian newspapers.