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Newspaper Headlines: 500 Nigerian students sent back to Sudan by Egyptian govt over unruly conduct

The tussle for the leadership of the 10th national assembly continues to grab the headlines of national dailies as the echoes of woe and war reverberate loudly from Sudan.

Punch reports that the federal government begins renovation of Aso Villa ahead of the May 29 presidential inauguration. The newspaper says the All Progressives Congress (APC), Tinubu favour Godswill Akpabio, former governor of Akwa Ibom, as senate president.
ThisDay reports that the world is at a standstill for King Charles’ coronation — 70 years since the last one. The newspaper says three senators, including Ali Ndume, Dame Umahi and Jubrin Barau have stepped down for Akpabio to become senate president.
Guardian reports that the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) says alleged plans by Joe Ajaero, its president, to scuttle Tinubu’s inauguration is cheated blackmail. The newspaper highlights that Muktar Betara, Borno federal lawmaker, says he’s qualified but not desperate to become speaker of the green chamber.
Daily Trust reports that over 500 Nigerian students have been ordered back to Sudan by Egyptian authorities over unruly conduct. The newspaper highlights the reason why a retired civil servant sent her daughter to study in Sudan.
Independent says the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission arrests self-acclaimed police officer and 42 suspects of internet fraud in Ogun. The newspaper says Dapo Abiodun, governor of Ogun, said cultists will be treated like terrorists in the state. 
Vanguard says bandits have occupied more territories in Nigeria as Buhari leaves office on May 29. The newspaper reports that Ekweremadu’s daughter says she feels guilty over her parents’ conviction in the UK.

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