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University students to benefit from Heirs Insurance N9m innovation prize
Heirs Insurance Group (HIG), Nigeria’s fastest-growing insurance group, has opened applications for the maiden edition of the Heirs Insurance Hackathon, read more University students to benefit from Heirs Insurance N9m innovation prize
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Retiree’s pension benefit surges with N291bn pay out in Q3
Retirees and other Retirement Savings Account (RSAs) received N291.9 billion as retirement benefits across various pension schemes at the end read more Retiree’s pension benefit surges with N291bn pay out in Q3
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Why the United States wants Greenland
Donald Trump, the United States president, has turned an Arctic island into the centre of a major transatlantic crisis. He read more Why the United States wants Greenland
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Looking for the Next Crypto to Explode? ZKP’s $17M Head Start Could Flip the Script on Pi and Worldcoin
If you’re hunting for the next crypto to explode or figuring out the best crypto to buy now, three coins read more Looking for the Next Crypto to Explode? ZKP’s $17M Head Start Could Flip the Script on Pi and Worldcoin
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Insurance shift shaping two generations
The Nigerian Insurance Industry Reform Act (NIIRA) 2025 is emerging more than an industry reform, but driving generational shift that read more Insurance shift shaping two generations
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Reasons property prices will sustain growth trajectory this year
From the projections made so far by investment analysts, it is safe to say that the outlook for real estate read more Reasons property prices will sustain growth trajectory this year
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Lagos 2026 sets for implementation as Sanwo-Olu signs bill
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Monday signed the N4.4 trillion 2026 budget into force, setting the stage for commencement of its read more Lagos 2026 sets for implementation as Sanwo-Olu signs bill
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Kenya, Zambia deepen shift to yuan as Africa trims dollar exposure
Kenya and Zambia are increasingly accepting and using China’s yuan (renminbi) for official transactions, trade, and debt servicing, marking a read more Kenya, Zambia deepen shift to yuan as Africa trims dollar exposure
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AFRICANA Founder’s Note
Africana was never meant to be just a brand. From the very beginning, it was an idea shaped by conviction. read more AFRICANA Founder’s Note
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Dangote Cement: Largest distributor attributes award to strategic corporate vision
Repton Group, a Nigeria-based conglomerate that emerged as the winner of the 2025 Dangote Cement Award for the Largest Distributor read more Dangote Cement: Largest distributor attributes award to strategic corporate vision
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Right temperatures to store foods for maximum nutrient retention
Knowing how to store your food is important to prevent food waste that could end up polluting the environment. It also read more Right temperatures to store foods for maximum nutrient retention
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Court schedules Jan. 22 for Sowore’s trial over alleged false claim against Tinubu
The Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday set January 22 for the trial of Omoyele Sowore, publisher of Sahara read more Court schedules Jan. 22 for Sowore’s trial over alleged false claim against Tinubu
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Broader impact of $1bn investment deal with SINOMACH is truly transformative – Bakrin
Kamar Bakrin, executive secretary/CEO, National Sugar Development Council (NSDC) speaks in this interview on the progress made in the execution read more Broader impact of $1bn investment deal with SINOMACH is truly transformative – Bakrin
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Nollywood powerhouses unite in a rare first to release ‘The Secret Lives of Baba Segi’s Wives”
EbonyLife Films (led by Mo Abudu) is partnering with Genesis Group, Nile Media Entertainment Group, and Silverbird Group for a read more Nollywood powerhouses unite in a rare first to release ‘The Secret Lives of Baba Segi’s Wives”
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Nigeria to see surge in group traveling in 2026, says VFS Global
As Nigeria continues to strengthen its position as Africa’s largest economy, VFS Global, a visa processing company, says the country read more Nigeria to see surge in group traveling in 2026, says VFS Global
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Nigeria sympathises with Southern African countries hit by deadly floods
The Federal Government of Nigeria has expressed deep sympathy and solidarity with the governments and people of South Africa, Mozambique read more Nigeria sympathises with Southern African countries hit by deadly floods
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HP unifies OMEN, HyperX as it debuts AI-driven gaming gear
HP Inc. is folding its OMEN gaming lineup into HyperX, betting that a single master brand can sharpen its push read more HP unifies OMEN, HyperX as it debuts AI-driven gaming gear
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Fire destroys Abuja furniture market
Fire outbreak razed parts of the Kugbo Furniture Market in Abuja, causing significant losses before firefighters from the Federal Fire read more Fire destroys Abuja furniture market
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DSS maintains cyber stalking charge against Sowore, drops X, Meta from defendant list
The Department of State Services (DSS) has revised the criminal proceedings it initiated against Omoyele Sowore, publisher of Sahara Reporters, by read more DSS maintains cyber stalking charge against Sowore, drops X, Meta from defendant list
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IMF sees Nigeria growing at 4.4 percent in 2026 as reforms support economy
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has projected that Nigeria’s economy will grow by 4.4 percent in 2026, from 4.2 percent read more IMF sees Nigeria growing at 4.4 percent in 2026 as reforms support economy
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No Threat of Mutiny in Nigerian Army — Military Authorities
The Nigerian Army has dismissed reports alleging that soldiers are threatening mutiny over salaries and allowances, describing the claims as false, misleading and deliberately sensational. In a statement issued on Sunday, the Army faulted an online publication that alleged discontent within the ranks, insisting that there has been no threat of mutiny at any time. […] The post No Threat of Mutiny in Nigerian Army — Military Authorities appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Finland may cancel residence permits for foreign students who receive social assistance
Authorities in Finland have stated that they may withdraw residence permits from international students who receive social assistance from the read more Finland may cancel residence permits for foreign students who receive social assistance
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FCTA Workers Embark on Indefinite Strike, Offices Shut
Activities at the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) and the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA) have been brought to a standstill as workers commenced an indefinite strike over unresolved demands for improved working conditions. The industrial action, declared by the Joint Union Action Committee (JUAC), led to the shutdown of offices and restricted access to […] The post FCTA Workers Embark on Indefinite Strike, Offices Shut appeared first on Business Today NG.
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FIFA condemns chaotic conduct at AFCON 2025 final
Gianni Infantino, President of FIFA, has condemned the conduct of Senegal players and members of their coaching staff following the read more FIFA condemns chaotic conduct at AFCON 2025 final
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FCMB Secures National Banking Licence, Targets International Status
FCMB Group Plc has secured a national banking licence for its flagship banking subsidiary after completing a major capital raise, positioning the lender to maintain domestic operations while pursuing the higher capital threshold required for international status under Nigeria’s ongoing banking sector recapitalisation programme. The development comes as the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) recapitalisation […] The post FCMB Secures National Banking Licence, Targets International Status appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Solad powers OML34’s critical operations with solar
Solad Integrated Power Solutions Limited (Solad) has successfully commissioned a major solar and battery storage system for OML34. OML 34 read more Solad powers OML34’s critical operations with solar
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2027: Igbo-Etiti stakeholders endorse Peter Mbah for second term
Stakeholders of Igbo-Etiti Local Government Area have unanimously endorsed the re-election bid of the Governor of Enugu State, Peter Ndubuisi read more 2027: Igbo-Etiti stakeholders endorse Peter Mbah for second term
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Rivers crisis: Group calls for Tinubu’s intervention 
The Niger Delta Professionals for Peace and Democracy (NDPPD), a non-partisan platform of professionals committed to democratic governance, peace, and read more Rivers crisis: Group calls for Tinubu’s intervention 
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SEC: Here’re market operators minimum capital, their 2027 benchmarks
Nigeria’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has revised the minimum capital for regulated entities operating in the capital market. SEC read more SEC: Here’re market operators minimum capital, their 2027 benchmarks
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A newborn’s last breath: The human cost of Lagos state’s Makoko demolition
Mansur Atiba, 45, believed he was safe. His wooden house stood on stilts above the brown waters of the Makoko read more A newborn’s last breath: The human cost of Lagos state’s Makoko demolition
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ICSAN marks milestone, reviews governance journey
As Nigeria continues to confront gaps in leadership, transparency, and institutional accountability, the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators of read more ICSAN marks milestone, reviews governance journey
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Faces behind Vaaris, new owners of 10% stake in Renaissance JV
When TotalEnergies announced on January 14 that it had signed a sale agreement with Vaaris Resources for its 10 percent read more Faces behind Vaaris, new owners of 10% stake in Renaissance JV
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Game-changing wallet : Rewarding consumers before they spend structure debuts
In a market filled with payment apps, wallets, and delayed rewards, Numoni has introduced something fundamentally different: a spending wallet read more Game-changing wallet : Rewarding consumers before they spend structure debuts
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FCT Water Board owes over 12 months electricity debt – AEDC
The Abuja Electricity Distribution Plc, (AEDC) has decried the accumulation of over one year electricity debt by the Federal Capital read more FCT Water Board owes over 12 months electricity debt – AEDC
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Nigerian firms turn from survival to growth as naira shock eases
Nigeria’s companies are emerging from a bruising period defined by currency shocks, soaring input costs,  and shrinking consumer purchasing power read more Nigerian firms turn from survival to growth as naira shock eases
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Nigeria aims to court investors at Davos as global capital pulls back
Nigeria will use this year’s World Economic Forum in Davos to press its case as a stable, reforming economy at read more Nigeria aims to court investors at Davos as global capital pulls back
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