NaijaNewsFeeds Daily Briefing — Thursday, 17 September 2026

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Thursday, 17 September 2026
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Your scannable roundup of what Nigeria is talking about today — top stories across the beats, each linked to its source.

🇳🇬 Top Stories

Desk editor: Alex Gukir Jnr

Regulators, oil traders to converge in Lagos for energy market forum

Regulators and oil traders will converge in Lagos for the Owari Executive Market Intelligence Forum 2026. The forum will discuss market intelligence, trading and emerging trends in Nigeria’s energy sector, with key industry players and regulatory bodies expected to attend.

Punch Newspaper

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SAN urges FG to insure public assets, infrastructure and employees

Senior Advocate of Nigeria Omogbai Omo-Eboh has urged the Federal Government to insure public assets, infrastructure and employees. He said this would prevent avoidable financial shocks and strengthen economic resilience.

Punch Newspaper

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ADC says Tinubu’s policies pushing Nigerians to limits of endurance

The ADC says President Tinubu’s policies are pushing Nigerians to the limits of human endurance, adding that ‘people are suffering.’

TheCable

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Maritime stakeholders: port modernisation must be judged by cargo efficiency

Nigerian maritime stakeholders insist port modernisation must be measured by cargo efficiency, not just infrastructure spending. They cited faster turnaround times and lower logistics costs as key metrics, calling this vital for Nigeria to become West and Central Africa’s leading trade gateway.

Punch Newspaper

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💼 Business & Economy

Desk editor: Sammy Tongshinung

FirstBank, governors call for agriculture shift from farm to global markets

FirstBank and governors have called for a shift in agriculture from the farm to global markets.

Independent Newspaper Nigeria

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Regulators, oil traders converge for Lagos energy forum

Regulators and oil traders are set to converge for an energy forum in Lagos.

Punch Newspapers

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Naira extends depreciation against the dollar

The naira extended its depreciation against the US dollar, according to the September 16, 2026 exchange rate update.

Daily Post Nigeria

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Nigeria loses $2.3bn yearly to gender gap in agriculture

Nigeria loses $2.3 billion yearly to the gender gap in agriculture, according to a report.

The Guardian Nigeria News

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⚽ Sports

Desk editor: Jiru Micah

Chelle frets over Super Eagles injury concern ahead Madagascar clash

Super Eagles coach Chelle is concerned over an injury issue ahead of the team’s clash with Madagascar.

THISDAYLIVE

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Denmark goal king replaces Sani Suleiman in Super Eagles squad for Russia tie

A Denmark-based goal king has replaced Sani Suleiman in the Super Eagles squad for the Russia tie.

OwnGoalNigeria.com

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Moses Usor replaces injured Femi Azeez in Super Eagles squad

Moses Usor has replaced the injured Femi Azeez in the Super Eagles squad.

OwnGoalNigeria.com

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Chelle makes four changes to Super Eagles squad for AFCON qualifiers

Super Eagles coach Chelle has made four changes to the squad for the AFCON qualifiers.

OwnGoalNigeria.com

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🎬 Entertainment

Desk editor: Yeshua Emmanuel

Wizkid originally owned ‘Alive’ before Jorja Smith took it over, singer reveals

Singer Wizkid originally owned the song ‘Alive’ before Jorja Smith took it over, according to a revelation in a video.

Punch Newspapers

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Kizz Daniel returns with ‘Owo Oluwa’, first official single of 2026

Kizz Daniel has returned with ‘Owo Oluwa’, his first official single of 2026.

PM News Nigeria

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Olu Jacobs dies at 84 as Tinubu, Nigerians pay tributes

Veteran actor Olu Jacobs has died at the age of 84. President Tinubu and other Nigerians have paid tributes to the legendary actor.

BBC

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Nollywood icon Olu Jacobs dies at 84

Nollywood icon Olu Jacobs has died at the age of 84.

THISDAYLIVE

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🩺 Health & Education

UCH emerges top in Nigeria’s health institutions ranking

University College Hospital (UCH) has emerged top in Nigeria’s health institutions ranking.

The Guardian Nigeria News

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UCH Ibadan tops Nigerian health institutions in 2026 SCImago rankings

UCH Ibadan has topped Nigerian health institutions in the 2026 SCImago rankings.

realnewsmagazine.net

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UCH Ibadan emerges Nigeria’s top health institution in 2026

UCH Ibadan has emerged as Nigeria’s top health institution in 2026.

Tribune Online

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