NaijaNewsFeeds Daily Briefing — Saturday, 19 September 2026

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🇳🇬 Nigeria Today
Saturday, 19 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

One Hit Movie Not Enough for Lasting Nollywood Success, Says Tierny Olalere

Actress Tierny Olalere says a single successful movie does not guarantee long-term success in Nollywood. She stresses that continuous reinvention, strategic brand management and networking are crucial for sustained visibility and stability in the industry.

Punch Newspaper

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Curfew Imposed in Nigerian City After Protests Over Deaths of Detained Miners

A curfew has been imposed in a Nigerian city following protests over the deaths of detained miners, Reuters reports.

Reuters

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AI a Complementary Tool, Not a Threat, to Practical Effects, Says Hakeem Onilogbo

Special effects artist Hakeem Onilogbo says AI should be seen as a complementary tool rather than a threat to practical special effects artists. He emphasises the importance of real, on-set effects for enhancing actor performances and overall film realism.

Punch Newspaper

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Foundation for Digital Justice Seeks Full Police Probe Into Kano Activist’s Murder

The Foundation for Digital Justice is demanding a full police probe into the murder of Kano activist Ibrahim Shagamu, who was killed at his residence on September 8. Shagamu had reportedly expressed fears for his safety, and the foundation insists justice requires uncovering all circumstances surrounding the attack.

Punch Newspaper

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💼 Business & Economy

Desk editor: Sammy Tongshinung

NUPRC to Enforce ‘Drill or Drop’ Policy to Boost Oil Production

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission is set to enforce a ‘Drill or Drop’ policy aimed at boosting oil production.

thefact.ng

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Atiku Appeals to Tinubu to Intervene in Oil & Gas Sector, Cut Petrol, Diesel Prices

Atiku Abubakar has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to intervene in the oil and gas sector and reduce petrol and diesel pump prices.

THISDAYLIVE

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New Exchange Rate Emerges as CBN Removes N2.5 Trillion From Circulation

A new exchange rate has emerged after the Central Bank of Nigeria removed N2.5 trillion from circulation.

Legit News

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Nigerian Firms Acquire $15bn Oil Assets as IOCs Move Offshore

A report says Nigerian firms have acquired $15 billion in oil assets as international oil companies move offshore.

TheCable

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⚽ Sports

Desk editor: Jiru Micah

Chelsea Have Conceded More Premier League Goals Than Any Other Team in 2026

Chelsea have conceded more Premier League goals than any other team in 2026, shipping 43 goals.

Complete Sports

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FIFA Council to Decide on NFF Normalisation Committee

FIFA’s Council is set to decide on a normalisation committee for the Nigeria Football Federation.

The Guardian Nigeria News

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Galatasaray Question Osimhen’s Super Eagles Invitation Citing Fitness

Galatasaray have questioned Victor Osimhen’s Super Eagles invitation, citing fitness concerns.

THISDAYLIVE

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Arteta Confirms He Will Sign New Arsenal Contract

Mikel Arteta has confirmed he will sign a new contract at Arsenal, saying ‘we are all very much aligned’. He added that there is nothing to be concerned about and the deal will be done whenever the time is right.

Complete Sports

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🎬 Entertainment

Desk editor: Yeshua Emmanuel

BBNaija Day 54: Keivo Makes History With Back-to-Back Arena Wins

On Day 54 of BBNaija, Keivo made history with back-to-back arena wins.

DStv

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MTN Next Afrobeats Star Season 2 Heads to Lagos for Final Auditions

MTN Next Afrobeats Star Season 2 is heading to Lagos for its final auditions.

Nigeria Communications Week

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How Crystalcity Is Building Infrastructure for Afrobeats Touring

Crystalcity is building infrastructure for Afrobeats touring.

Business News Nigeria

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Switch Visuals, Rixel Studios Set for Nollywood History at TBS

Switch Visuals and Rixel Studios are set for a Nollywood milestone at TBS.

The Guardian Nigeria News

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🩺 Health & Education

How Medbankr Is Tackling Nigeria’s Fragmented Medical Records Crisis

Medbankr is working to tackle Nigeria’s fragmented medical records crisis.

The Nation Newspaper

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UCH Emerges Top in Nigeria’s Health Institutions Ranking

University College Hospital has emerged top in a ranking of Nigeria’s health institutions.

The Guardian Nigeria News

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