Top Nigerian Newspaper Headlines For Today, Tuesday, 7th July, 2026

Good morning Nigeria. Welcome to the Naija News roundup of top newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today, Tuesday, 7th July, 2026.

1. Tinubu Orders FCCPC To Probe Meta, Google, 𝕏 , AI Firms Over Copyright, Competition Concerns

President Bola Tinubu has directed the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) to investigate major global technology companies and Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI) platforms over allegations of anti-competitive practices and the unauthorised use of content belonging to Nigerian media organisations.

‎Naija News reports that the directive followed a joint petition submitted to the Presidency by the Nigerian Press Organisation, an umbrella body comprising the Newspaper Proprietors’ Association of Nigeria, the Nigeria Union of Journalists, the Broadcasting Organisations of Nigeria (BON) and the Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GCOP).

‎The Federal Government’s directive was conveyed to the FCCPC in a letter signed by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris.

‎According to a statement announcing the development, the investigation will examine concerns raised by the Nigerian media industry over the growing influence of digital platforms on the sustainability of the country’s news ecosystem.

‎The petition named global technology companies, including Meta, Alphabet and 𝕏, formerly Twitter, as well as certain Generative AI platforms operating in Nigeria, accusing them of practices capable of undermining fair competition, the commercial viability of Nigerian media organisations and the rights of content creators and publishers.

2. FG Holds Closed-door Meeting With Dangote Refinery Over Petrol Price In Nigeria

The federal government, on Monday, held a closed-door meeting with the management of the Dangote Refinery and the Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) over the price of petrol in Nigeria.

Naija News understands that the meeting focused on pushing down the price of petrol in Nigeria folowing the reduced tension in the Middle East, which had earlier caused a spike in the price of petrol in Nigeria.

The meeting, held at the headquarters of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) in Abuja, also has in attendance the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) and other oil and gas stakeholders.

Representatives and chief executives from TotalEnergies, Eterna, Matrix Energy, Depot and Petroleum Products Retailers Association of Nigeria (DPRP), Major Energy Marketers Association of Nigeria (MEMAN), Depot and Petroleum Products Marketers Association of Nigeria (DAPPMAN), Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN), Nigerian Association of Road Transport Owners (NARTO), and staff members of the NMDPRA also attended the meeting.

Speaking at the meeting, the Authority Chief Executive of the NMDPRA, Rabiu Umar, disclosed that the gathering was convened at the directive of the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Heineken Lokpobiri.

According to him, Nigeria has not benefited significantly from the downward shifts in the global crude oil prices, which followed the volatility caused by the tension between the USA and Iran.

He said the focus of the meeting is not to dictate, but to explore ways of collaboration.

3. PFIPC Has No Operational CBN Account — OAGF

The Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation (OAGF) has said the controversial Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC) has no operational account with the Central Bank of Nigeria.

Naija News reports that the OAGF also denied releasing public funds or paying salaries to the disputed organisation.

The Director of Public Relations at the OAGF, Bawa Mokwa, stated this while reacting to reports on the PFIPC’s alleged accounts and funding.

Mokwa said that although an application was made to open a CBN account, the process was never completed because the required documents were not submitted.

He explained that Adeniyi Adeyemi approached the OAGF with an appointment letter, but said the account-opening process could not be completed because the names of authorised signatories were not provided.

4. APC Confirms Replacement Of Candidates

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has confirmed the replacement of some of its candidates ahead of the forthcoming elections, saying the changes were made to correct irregularities identified during the selection process.

The ruling party also said it had begun submitting the names of candidates for various elective positions to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for publication.

Speaking in an interview with the BBC, the APC Director of Publicity, Bala Ibrahim, said the party screened about 2,500 aspirants seeking to contest for different positions on its platform.

Ibrahim said certificates of candidacy had been issued to successful candidates, while the approved list had been forwarded to INEC.

The APC spokesman said the party had established a reconciliation committee to engage aspirants whose names were replaced.

5. ‘Resign Now’ – Peter Obi Challenges Tinubu, Says President Ignored Makinde After Oyo School Abduction

The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has asked President Bola Tinubu to resign or dump his second-term bid over what he described as the administration’s failure to address insecurity and its handling of the abduction of schoolchildren in Oyo State.

Naija News reports that Obi made the demand in a statement released on Monday.

He accused President Tinubu of lacking compassion and capacity in responding to the country’s worsening security situation, saying the government’s handling of the Oyo schoolchildren’s abduction had left residents feeling “bitter and abandoned.”

He said, “The ultimate cost of uncompassionate leadership, as evident in the country today, is turning citizens’ frustration into deep, volatile resentment. It is even more traumatising when the leader presiding over that collapse demonstrates clear incapacity and a lack of compassion.”

According to Obi, more than 50 days after the abduction, there had been no tangible effort towards rescuing the victims.

Obi, however, claimed he was surprised to learn that Makinde had not received any call from President Tinubu over the Oyo incident.

6. Why There Is Flooding On Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway – Umahi

The Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has stated that the non-implementation of a Lagos State master plan for flooding is responsible for the flooding on the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway.

Naija News reports that Umahi disclosed this during an inspection tour of Section Three of the Sokoto-Badagry Superhighway on Sunday.

He also blamed the flooding on indiscriminate dumping of refuse by Lagos State residents.

The minister said that he would, on Tuesday, evaluate the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway and its surroundings along with some members of the National Assembly.

He expressed dissatisfaction at the amount of refuse on Lagos roads, saying that indiscriminate refuse disposal contributed much to the flooding of roads.

7. Why I Allowed My Ex-Husband At Our Daughter’s Wedding – Iyabo Ojo

Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo has explained why she gave her former husband an important role during the wedding ceremony of their daughter, Priscilla.

Naija News reports that the thespian, in an interview with Morayo Afolabi Brown, said the decision was made for the sake of their child and to build a better future for the family.

Ojo said she wanted to stop a pattern of broken marriages that had affected previous generations in her family.

She said many people refer to such repeated family experiences as ancestral curses, and she was determined not to allow the same thing to continue with her children.

The actress disclosed that her own parents did not stay together and that her marriage also ended.

Because of those experiences, she decided long ago that her children would not go through the same situation if she could help it.

According to her, she made many sacrifices to see Priscilla succeed and enjoy a happy marriage.

She said it was only right that Priscilla’s father should be present and receive the respect due to him because he is alive and remains their daughter’s father.

8. Associate Gives Update On Sam Larry’s Health Amid Death Rumours

Popular socialite and music promoter Samson Eletu, known as Sam Larry, is alive and receiving medical care after a road accident in Lagos State.

Naija News reports that his associate, Akin Abolade, also known as Mr Lilgaga, has dismissed reports that he died in the crash.

Abolade in an interview with Punch said he had direct contact with Sam Larry a few hours after the accident and confirmed he was still alive.

He added that while the crash was serious, Sam Larry’s exact condition could not be fully confirmed at the time of their conversation.

9. Trump Confirms He Asked FIFA To Review Folarin Balogun Suspension

United States President Donald Trump has confirmed he personally asked FIFA to review the one-match suspension handed to USA striker Folarin Balogun during the FIFA World Cup, saying the decision to overturn the ban was the correct one.

Balogun, the United States’ leading scorer at the tournament, had been due to miss Tuesday’s last-16 clash against Belgium in Seattle after receiving a red card against Bosnia and Herzegovina in the previous round.

The dismissal followed a VAR review of a challenge that automatically carried a one-match suspension. However, FIFA on Monday suspended the ban for 12 months, making the 25-year-old available for selection.

Speaking at the White House on Monday, Trump confirmed he contacted FIFA president Gianni Infantino to request a review of the incident, insisting he did not pressure football’s governing body to reverse the punishment.

10. Tottenham Complete Club-Record Deal For Sandro Tonali

Tottenham have completed the signing of Italy midfielder Sandro Tonali from Newcastle United in a club-record deal worth up to £100 million.

Sandro Tonali, 26, leaves St James’ Park after three seasons, with Spurs agreeing to pay an initial £92.5m, plus a further £7.5m in performance-related add-ons. Newcastle had earlier rejected an offer of about £80m before the two clubs struck an agreement.

Tonali said his decision was straightforward despite reports linking him with several clubs.

“I’m very happy to be here,” he said. “People said there were four or five clubs, but there was only one.

“I spoke to the head coach [Roberto de Zerbi] for close to two hours about the club, the fans, the stadium and our football.

“It was like magic because I knew immediately that I had to sign for Tottenham. I’ve played against Tottenham a few times and always found a great atmosphere made by great fans. I can’t wait to start the season.”

Tonali becomes Tottenham’s second major signing of the summer after Mateus Fernandes arrived from West Ham United in an £85m move.

That’s the top Nigerian newspaper headlines for today. Read more Nigerian news on Naija News. See you again tomorrow.