NaijaNewsFeeds Daily Briefing — Saturday, 26 September 2026

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Saturday, 26 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

Rivers Assembly orders arrest of PAMO University VC over alleged N29bn fund mismanagement

The Rivers State House of Assembly has ordered the arrest of the Vice-Chancellor of PAMO University over the alleged mismanagement of a N29 billion scholarship fund. The VC failed to appear before the investigating committee, and the Assembly is demanding recovery of unaccounted funds.

Punch Newspaper

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Group tasks African leaders at UNGA 81 with building economic power

At UNGA 81, African leaders are being tasked with building economic power rather than just making speeches. PeacePro stressed the need for capacity to back sovereignty claims with concrete actions.

Punch Newspaper

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Okpebholo: Tinubu is the right driver to take Nigeria to the right destination

Edo Governor Okpebholo described President Tinubu as the right driver to take Nigeria to the right destination.

channelstv.com

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White House blocks CNN from Trump’s Tennessee trip, replaces it with Lindell TV

The White House blocked CNN from travelling with President Trump on his upcoming trip to Tennessee, replacing the network with pro-Trump outlet Lindell TV. The move follows a previous, legally challenged attempt to ban CNN from the White House.

Punch Newspaper

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💼 Business & Economy

Desk editor: Sammy Tongshinung

From wastage to wealth: How Nigeria can turn agricultural surplus into value

A report examines how Nigeria can turn agricultural surplus into value rather than waste.

The Guardian Nigeria News

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Naira depreciates against the dollar across FX markets

The naira depreciated against the US dollar across foreign exchange markets, according to the September 25, 2026 exchange rate report. The CBN also announced new exchange rates for the dollar, pound and euro.

dailypost.ng

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Reimagining the classroom as the seedbed for Nigeria’s agricultural renaissance

A piece argues for reimagining the classroom as the seedbed for Nigeria’s agricultural renaissance.

Business News Nigeria

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NDLEA docks KC Luxury, two others, uncovers multi-billion naira money trail

The NDLEA has docked KC Luxury and two others and uncovered a multi-billion naira money trail.

THISDAYLIVE

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⚽ Sports

Desk editor: Jiru Micah

Nigeria 2-1 Madagascar: Super Eagles come from behind to win AFCON 2027 qualifier

The Super Eagles came from behind to beat Madagascar 2-1 in their AFCON 2027 qualifier in Uyo. George Ilenikhena and Moses Usor scored on their debuts.

bbc.com

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Super Eagles beat Madagascar in Uyo AFCON 2027 qualifier

Nigeria faced Madagascar in their AFCON 2027 qualifier in Uyo, with coach Chelle saying the Super Eagles were ready for the test. Match Day 2 fixtures were also played.

dailypost.ng

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Egbe: Advocates of natural grass are doing Nigerian football a disservice

Egbe said advocates of natural grass are doing Nigerian football a disservice.

The Guardian Nigeria News

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Two Super Eagles debutants score in same game for first time in 2-1 win

George Ilenikhena and Moses Usor both scored on their debuts as Nigeria beat Madagascar 2-1 in Uyo, the first time two Super Eagles debutants have scored in the same game. Usor’s debut goal and composure for the winner drew Man of the Match calls.

Complete Sports

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🎬 Entertainment

Desk editor: Yeshua Emmanuel

Nollywood actress clashes with security agents during child abuse protest

A Nollywood actress clashed with security agents during a protest against child abuse.

The Guardian Nigeria News

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Qillahboy: Another Rivers-born talent rising on the Afrobeats scene

Qillahboy is profiled as another Rivers-born talent rising on the Afrobeats scene.

The Guardian Nigeria News

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How Asake’s style has evolved over the years

A feature traces how Asake’s style has evolved over the years.

NativeMag

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Davido to thrill fans with ‘Oriade: The Residency’

Davido is set to thrill fans with ‘Oriade: The Residency’.

THISDAYLIVE

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🩺 Health & Education

Alausa: Foreign university partnerships must deliver skills, research, tech transfer

Alausa said foreign university partnerships must deliver skills, research and technology transfer.

thenigeriaeducationnews.com

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FUOYE students develop education solutions, win at GROW with AI Ideathon

FUOYE students developed education solutions and won at the GROW with AI Ideathon.

thenigeriaeducationnews.com

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Al-Hikmah University, Kwara Govt establish teaching hospital

Al-Hikmah University and the Kwara State Government have established a teaching hospital.

Voice of Nigeria

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