NaijaNewsFeeds Daily Briefing — Thursday, 23 July 2026

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Thursday, 23 July 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

Southeast governors resolve to back Tinubu in 2027, says Uzodimma

Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma announced that the five Southeast governors have resolved to support President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in 2027. The decision was reached during a meeting of the governors.

The Nation Newspaper

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2027: Five South-East Governors Resolve To Back Tinubu’s Re-Election

Channels Television reports that five Southeast governors have resolved to back President Tinubu’s re-election in 2027, according to Governor Uzodimma. The governors made the decision collectively.

Channels Television 🇳🇬

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2027: Five South-East Governors Resolve To Back Tinubu’s Re-Election

Channels Television reports that five Southeast governors have resolved to back President Tinubu’s re-election in 2027, according to Governor Uzodimma. The governors made the decision collectively.

Channels Television

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Delta Targets Investments Through Infrastructure, Blue Economy, Special Economic Zone

Delta State is targeting investments through infrastructure development, the blue economy, and a special economic zone. The initiative aims to attract both local and foreign investors.

Channels Television 🇳🇬

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💼 Business & Economy

Desk editor: Sammy Tongshinung

Nigeria’s Oil Benchmark Tops $95 Amid Escalating Middle East Conflict

Nigeria’s oil benchmark price has risen above $95 per barrel due to escalating conflict in the Middle East. The increase reflects global supply concerns.

THISDAYLIVE

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Oil giants make billion-dollar deepwater bets after onshore divestment wave

Major oil companies are investing billions in deepwater projects in Nigeria following a wave of onshore divestments. The shift underscores a strategic focus on offshore assets.

The Africa Report

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China inspired Nigeria’s oil local content reforms, says Jonathan

Former President Goodluck Jonathan stated that China’s model inspired Nigeria’s local content reforms in the oil sector. He made the remark while discussing the country’s petroleum industry.

Punch Newspapers

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Nigeria’s Minimum Wage Cannot Cover a Minimum Diet in Most States

A new EA-Proshare review of Q2 2026 state-level costs finds that a minimum-wage earner in Lagos spends over four-fifths of their monthly income on the minimum daily diet alone. The report highlights that PMS rose 51.80% between February and May 2026.

Proshare.co

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⚽ Sports

Desk editor: Jiru Micah

Seyi Olofinjana laments being left out of World Cup squad

Former Super Eagles midfielder Seyi Olofinjana expressed disappointment over being excluded from Nigeria’s World Cup squad. He said nobody explained the reason for his omission.

Daily Post Nigeria

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Ex-Chelsea midfielder Ugochukwu set to dump France for Super Eagles

Former Chelsea midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu is reportedly set to switch international allegiance from France to Nigeria. The move would bolster the Super Eagles’ midfield options.

Daily Post Nigeria

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Ex-Chelsea star takes first step to dump France for Nigeria

A former Chelsea star has taken the first step to switch international allegiance from France to Nigeria. The player is expected to represent the Super Eagles.

Soccernet.ng

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David Beckham earned over €22m from World Cup sponsorship deals

David Beckham earned more than €22 million from sponsorship deals during the World Cup. Shakira reportedly earned €17.5 million from her involvement.

Complete Sports

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🎬 Entertainment

Desk editor: Yeshua Emmanuel

Cost of Cooking Jollof Rice Soars 624% in 10 Years

A report reveals that the cost of cooking jollof rice has surged 624% over the past decade. Climate change and insecurity are deepening Nigeria’s food crisis.

THISDAYLIVE

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Cost of cooking jollof rice nears N30,000, up 624% in 10 years

Households are groaning as the cost of cooking jollof rice approaches N30,000, marking a 624% increase in 10 years. The rise is attributed to climate and insecurity issues.

The Sun Nigeria

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A 624% Surge Lays Bare Nigeria’s Structural Food Crisis

The 624% surge in jollof rice cost highlights Nigeria’s structural food crisis. The Independent Newspaper reports that the increase underscores deep-seated challenges.

Independent Newspaper Nigeria

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Meet Every Big Brother Naija Winner Before Season 11 Begins

BellaNaija profiles every Big Brother Naija winner from Katung to Imisi ahead of Season 11. The list includes all past champions of the reality show.

BellaNaija

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🩺 Health & Education

Melajoom Foundation Tertiary Scholarship 2026 for Nigerian Students

The Melajoom Foundation is offering tertiary scholarships of up to ₦250,000 for Nigerian university students in 2026. The scholarship aims to support higher education.

After School Africa

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Nigerian neurosurgeon sparks brain drain debate after US hospital appointment

A Nigerian neurosurgeon’s appointment at a US hospital has reignited debate about brain drain in Nigeria. The development highlights the emigration of skilled professionals.

Punch Newspapers

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