Your scannable roundup of what Nigeria is talking about today — top stories across the beats, each linked to its source.
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Nigerian doctors earn global recognition for medical contributions
Nigerian doctors are achieving global recognition for their contributions to medicine. These range from pioneering research such as Dr. Bennet Omalu’s work on CTE to life-saving innovations reshaping healthcare worldwide.
Over 20 federal universities face legal action over health workers’ allowance
More than 20 federal universities are facing legal action over the alleged exclusion of health workers from the Consolidated Non-Teaching Tool Allowance. A coalition has issued pre-action notices to several institutions, demanding fair compensation.
Sanwo-Olu targets 3,000MW electricity supply for Lagos by March 2027
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu says Lagos plans to raise electricity supply to 3,000 megawatts from below 1,000MW by March 2027, part of efforts to end blackouts and build a 24-hour power economy. Speaking at the Fourth Lagos Business School Africa Energy Conference 2026 in Lekki, he said the state is working to mobilise an additional 2,000MW through national grid resources, independent power projects, energy hubs, power barges, energy traders and embedded generation.
UNILAG, Swoop pilot programme to improve campus food delivery
UNILAG is partnering with Swoop on a new pilot programme to improve food delivery safety and affordability for students. Under the arrangement, only registered riders from approved platforms will be allowed on campus.
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💼 Business & Economy
Lagos targets 3,000MW electricity supply by March 2027
Lagos is targeting 3,000MW of electricity supply by March 2027, according to Peoples Gazette Nigeria.
Naira gains 5% on dollars as African currencies slide 1.2% — UNCTAD
The naira gained 5% against the dollar, according to UNCTAD, even as African currencies slid 1.2%.
Farmers urge Tinubu to attend 2026 National Agric Show
Farmers are urging President Tinubu to attend the 2026 National Agric Show, the News Agency of Nigeria reports.
Femi Soneye: The quiet force making a difference in Nigeria’s oil and gas industry
THISDAYLIVE profiles Femi Soneye as a quiet force making a difference in Nigeria’s oil and gas industry.
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⚽ Sports
Ryan Alebiosu opens up on two-year depression battle: ‘I couldn’t walk’
Super Eagles defender Ryan Alebiosu has opened up on a two-year battle with depression. He said, “I couldn’t walk.”
NFF and football reform: The revolving door of corruption and accountability crisis
THISDAYLIVE examines football reform in Nigeria, describing the NFF as a revolving door of corruption and an accountability crisis.
Super Eagles defender Nwaiwu shines in big Trabzonspor win
Super Eagles defender Nwaiwu shone in a big Trabzonspor win, according to Soccernet.ng.
Eyes on FIFA, NFF over fresh controversy on Super Eagles’ 2026 World Cup failure
Attention is on FIFA and the NFF over a fresh controversy surrounding the Super Eagles’ 2026 World Cup failure, Daily Post Nigeria reports.
🎬 Entertainment
Nigerian rising star Boyjates thrills guests at American festival
Nigerian rising star Boyjates thrilled guests at an American festival, The Guardian Nigeria News reports.
Forbes names Burna Boy among Africa’s influential icons
Forbes has named Nigerian afrobeat star Burna Boy among Africa’s influential icons, according to Blueprint Newspapers.
Daniel Regha queries VDM over N50m painting at Burna Boy-funded school
Daniel Regha has queried VDM over a N50m painting on the wall of a N250m renovated school funded by Burna Boy, TheNiche reports.
Asake’s M$NEY crosses 500 million Spotify streams, tying Burna Boy’s record
Asake’s M$NEY has crossed 500 million Spotify streams, tying Burna Boy’s record, according to DancehallMag.
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🩺 Health & Education
Nigeria’s health crisis goes beyond hospitals, budgets — Okonkwo
Former Abia health commissioner Okonkwo says Nigeria’s health crisis goes beyond hospitals and budgetary allocations, The Sun Nigeria reports.
EKSU 2026/2027 fees put Medicine at ₦1.13m, raising affordability questions
EKSU’s 2026/2027 fees put Medicine at ₦1.13m, raising fresh questions about affordability, Nigeria Education News reports.
Nigeria’s education system needs overhaul for digital age — US varsity chancellor
An American Open University chancellor says Nigeria’s education system needs an overhaul for the digital age, The Nation Newspaper reports.
Alausa and Tinubu’s education reset: From classrooms to the student economy
The Guardian Nigeria News examines Alausa and Tinubu’s education reset, from classrooms to the student economy.
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