Facts. Briefs. Clarity. • Executive Daily Digest
16 Dispatches September 29, 2026
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Pochettino labels Man City success ‘a period of deception’

Mauricio Pochettino has branded Manchester City's era of sustained success "a period of deception" after they were reportedly found guilty of breaking the Premier League's financial rules. The development highlights ongoing operational shifts across the sector as key stakeholders assess future outcomes.

Source: vanguardngr.com • 12:29 PM • Sep 29, 2026
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OFFICIAL DISPATCH • GENERAL

HURIWA Urges South-East Governors To Unite Against Insecurity

The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has urged the six South-East governors to unite and adopt a common regional strategy to tackle insecurity following the reported recovery of 28 human skulls and other human remains from suspected criminal camps in Abia State. The remains were reportedly recovered from suspected criminal camps in Umuaku […].

Source: leadership.ng • 12:27 PM • Sep 29, 2026
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Mauricio Pochettino speaks out on Manchester City financial charges

Mauricio Pochettino has questioned the fairness of English football after Manchester City were reportedly found guilty of 114 of 115 alleged Premier League financial-rule breaches between 2009 and 2018. The former Tottenham and Chelsea manager asked a simple question: “Where were the controls?” Pochettino said he found it particularly difficult to understand how Tottenham faced […].

Source: notjustok.com • 12:27 PM • Sep 29, 2026
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There should be police at all levels of govt – Duke

Cross River state governor and presidential candidate of Peoples Redemption Party, PRP, Donald Duke, has called for the establishment of state and local government police, saying Nigeria’s highly centralised security system cannot effectively confront terrorism, banditry, kidnapping and other violent crimes across the country. The development highlights ongoing operational shifts across the sector as key stakeholders assess future outcomes.

Source: vanguardngr.com • 12:24 PM • Sep 29, 2026
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OFFICIAL DISPATCH • GENERAL

Best Diplomats Appoints Benue-Born Gloria Uko Nigeria Representative

Benue-born Nigerian, Gloria Onahi Uko, has been appointed Country Representative of Best Diplomats in Nigeria, an international organisation focused on diplomacy, leadership, negotiation and youth development. The appointment was contained in a letter issued to Uko by the organisation. According to the letter, the appointment is based on merit and subject to a six-month probationary […].

Source: leadership.ng • 12:24 PM • Sep 29, 2026
Business
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OFFICIAL DISPATCH • BUSINESS

Road to the crown: Zenith Bank/NBBF women’s basketball league final 8 set for lagos

The road to the 2026 Zenith Bank NBBF Women’s Basketball League title reaches its defining stage as the nation’s top eight teams converge on the Indoor Sports Hall of the National Stadium, Surulere, Lagos, from September 28 to October 3, 2026, for the highly anticipated national Finals. Emerging from fiercely contested Atlantic and Savannah Conference […].

Source: nairametrics.com • 12:23 PM • Sep 29, 2026
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OFFICIAL DISPATCH • GENERAL

LGAN Allays Fears Over AACT 2026, Says IBB Golf Club Will Be Ready

The Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria (LGAN) has allayed concerns over Nigeria’s preparedness to host the 2026 All Africa Challenge Trophy (AACT), assuring that the IBB International Golf and Country Club, Abuja, will be ready for the continental championship. The assurance followed an inspection of ongoing renovation works at the IBB International Golf and Country […].

Source: leadership.ng • 12:22 PM • Sep 29, 2026
Business
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OFFICIAL DISPATCH • BUSINESS

National Assembly to translate Nigerian laws into local languages

The National Assembly plans to translate Nigerian laws into Igbo, Hausa, Yoruba and other local languages as part of efforts to make legislative information more accessible to the public. The development highlights ongoing operational shifts across the sector as key stakeholders assess future outcomes.

Source: nairametrics.com • 12:19 PM • Sep 29, 2026
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Giroud hints at retirement after current season

Former France striker Olivier Giroud, who currently plays for Lille, has said that he will “very probably” retire at the end of the current season. The development highlights ongoing operational shifts across the sector as key stakeholders assess future outcomes.

Source: punchng.com • 12:19 PM • Sep 29, 2026
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DLM Capital Group delivers 2nd coupon payment on AAA-rated SBCN

DLM Capital Group, a prominent global development investment bank has successfully fulfilled its second principal and interest (coupon) payment obligation to investors under its N9 billion Sovereign Bond-Backed Composite Notes (SBCN) issued under the Group’s N30 billion Medium-Term Notes Programme listed on FMDQ Exchange. The development highlights ongoing operational shifts across the sector as key stakeholders assess future outcomes.

Source: vanguardngr.com • 12:18 PM • Sep 29, 2026
Business
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OFFICIAL DISPATCH • BUSINESS

GTCO says 2.5% of facilities now run on renewable energy

Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (GTCO) says 2.58% of its facilities are now entirely powered by renewable energy s, as the financial services group continues to expand the use of cleaner energy across its operations. The development highlights ongoing operational shifts across the sector as key stakeholders assess future outcomes.

Source: nairametrics.com • 12:18 PM • Sep 29, 2026
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Pochettino calls Man City’s success ‘a period of deception’

Mauricio Pochettino has branded Manchester City’s era of success “a period of deception” after they were reportedly found guilty of financial rule breaches. The development highlights ongoing operational shifts across the sector as key stakeholders assess future outcomes.

Source: punchng.com • 12:17 PM • Sep 29, 2026
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Remita Launches New Super Mobile App To Bring More Of Everyday Finance Into One Place

‘DeRemi Atanda, Managing Director/CEO, Remita Payment Services Limited, at the launch of the Remita App during Nigeria Fintech Week, held at the Wole Soyinka Centre, Lagos, on Tuesday, September 22, 2026. After more than 20 years of building the infrastructure that has powered payments across Nigeria, Remita is bringing that expertise into everyday personal finance […].

Source: bellanaija.com • 12:17 PM • Sep 29, 2026
Business
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OFFICIAL DISPATCH • BUSINESS

Dangote Fertiliser Targets 12 Million Tonnes Capacity Ahead of Planned Listing

Dangote Fertiliser Limited is targeting annual production capacity of 12 million metric tonnes as the Dangote Group accelerates a major expansion of the business ahead of a planned stock market listing. President of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, said the fertiliser company plans to develop six production lines with production from the expanded facilities expected […].

Source: investorsking.com • 12:17 PM • Sep 29, 2026
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US urges Nigeria to sustain efforts against Middle Belt attacks

The United States has praised Nigeria’s response to recent attacks in the Middle Belt, urging the government to maintain efforts to safeguard communities in Plateau State. The development highlights ongoing operational shifts across the sector as key stakeholders assess future outcomes.

Source: vanguardngr.com • 12:16 PM • Sep 29, 2026
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Durbar: Kano govt warns against defying restrictions

The Kano State Government has warned traditional rulers, politicians, religious leaders and community leaders against making statements or taking actions that could encourage people to disobey lawful directives or threaten peace in the state. The warning was issued in a statement by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Justice and Constitutional Matters, Aminu Hussaini.

Source: dailypost.ng • 12:14 PM • Sep 29, 2026