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

Africa Magic to air Olu Jacobs documentary after actor’s death at 84

Africa Magic Showcase is set to air ‘Doyen of Nollywood: Celebrating Olu Jacobs,’ a documentary on the life and career of the legendary Nigerian actor Oludotun Jacobs. The broadcast comes days after the veteran actor’s death on September 16 at the age of 84, with rebroadcasts scheduled for September 26, 28 and 30.

Peoples Gazette

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Rivers Assembly orders arrest of PAMO University VC over N29bn scholarship fund

The Rivers State House of Assembly has ordered the arrest of the Vice Chancellor of PAMO University over 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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African leaders at UNGA 81 tasked with building economic power, not just speeches

African leaders at UNGA 81 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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Tinubu is the right driver to take Nigeria to the right destination — Okpebholo

Governor Okpebholo said President Tinubu is the right driver to take Nigeria to the right destination.

channelstv.com

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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 wastage.

The Guardian Nigeria News

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Naira depreciates against USD across FX markets

The naira depreciated against the US dollar across foreign exchange markets, according to the September 25, 2026 exchange rate report.

dailypost.ng

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

A report makes the case 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, uncovering 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. George Ilenikhena and Moses Usor scored on their debuts in the win in Uyo.

bbc.com

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Nigeria vs Madagascar: Super Eagles win 2027 AFCON qualifier in Uyo

The Super Eagles faced Madagascar in their 2027 AFCON qualifier in Uyo. Coach Chelle’s side was described as ready for the Madagascar test ahead of the fixture.

dailypost.ng

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Advocates of natural grass doing Nigerian football a disservice, says Egbe

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

The Guardian Nigeria News

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Nigeria 2-1 Madagascar: Usor and Ilenikhena score on debut in Uyo win

Nigeria beat Madagascar 2-1 in Uyo, with Moses Usor scoring the winner on his debut. George Ilenikhena also scored on his debut, with reports noting it as the first time two Super Eagles debutants have scored in the same game.

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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Africa Magic pays tribute to late Nollywood actor Olu Jacobs with documentary

Africa Magic is paying tribute to the late Nollywood actor Olu Jacobs with a special documentary.

ShockNG

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Qillahboy: Another Rivers-born talent rising on 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 report traces how Asake’s style has evolved over the years.

NativeMag

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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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