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Why Alimosho deserves at least two more constituencies – House of Rep’s aspirant
Olalekan Abdulmojeed Anjolaiya (AEROSOFT), entrepreneur, and chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), is an aspirant for the House of read more Why Alimosho deserves at least two more constituencies – House of Rep’s aspirant
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NCoS destroys 1,167 phones, sanctions 147 officers in crackdown on prison contraband
In a sweeping enforcement move aimed at tightening security across Nigeria’s custodial centres, the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has destroyed read more NCoS destroys 1,167 phones, sanctions 147 officers in crackdown on prison contraband
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Nigeria emerges hub for Africa’s road safety coordination with new secretariat
Nigeria has reinforced its leadership in continental road safety governance with the inauguration of the Executive Secretariat of the African read more Nigeria emerges hub for Africa’s road safety coordination with new secretariat
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WWII: Russia warns against ‘history distortion’ ahead of 81st Victory Day Anniversary
Russia has cautioned against what it describes as attempts to “distort” the history of the Second World War, as the read more WWII: Russia warns against ‘history distortion’ ahead of 81st Victory Day Anniversary
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Dear Founder: What do you really own?
Part 1: Designing wealth What you built is only the beginning of what you own. This letter is not for read more Dear Founder: What do you really own?
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Boko Haram kills 23 soldiers, wounds 26 others 
Fighters from Boko Haram killed at least 23 soldiers in a deadly assault on a military base in Chad on read more Boko Haram kills 23 soldiers, wounds 26 others 
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Improving your competitive advantage as a service provider (Part I)
If you walk into any industry today, you will find a crowd. The market is always full. The noise is read more Improving your competitive advantage as a service provider (Part I)
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Nigeria’s health per capita expenditure, less than cost of two bags of sachet water
Nigeria’s health per capita spending has shrunk to the price of less than two bags of sachet water, exposing the read more Nigeria’s health per capita expenditure, less than cost of two bags of sachet water
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Employee engagement in ESG transformation
Your people are your greatest ESG asset. Empower them to drive impact from within. From the shop floors of manufacturing read more Employee engagement in ESG transformation
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Hire right or complain forever
One of the most common complaints I hear from executives is this: “We can’t find good people.” The conversation usually read more Hire right or complain forever
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BusinessDay 6th May 2026
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23 Nigerian stocks shatter triple digit return ceiling
No fewer than 23 stocks on the Nigerian Bourse have officially doubled in value, shattering the triple-digit return ceiling after read more 23 Nigerian stocks shatter triple digit return ceiling
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Banks swoop-in on telcos’ N400bn airtime lending business
…GTBank, FCMB, First Bank offer lower rates Nigerian banks have launched a strategic offensive into territory long controlled by telecommunications read more Banks swoop-in on telcos’ N400bn airtime lending business
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NDC swells as mass defections hit ADC
…19 federal lawmakers switch camps …More bigwigs to quit ADC in coming days The Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC) is quietly read more NDC swells as mass defections hit ADC
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Adams Oshiomhole Calls for Revocation of South African Firms’ Licences in Nigeria
BY SUNDAY SAMUEL—orenewed surge of xenophobic violence in South Africa, Senator Adams Oshiomhole has called on Nigeria’s Federal Government to take firm economic action in response. He proposed strong countermeasures, including cancelling the operating licences of South African companies doing business in Nigeria. Speaking during plenary, Oshiomhole argued that the country must move beyond sympathy […] The post Adams Oshiomhole Calls for Revocation of South African Firms’ Licences in Nigeria appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Bukayo Saka Fires Arsenal into Historic Champions League Final
BY JUDE MADUEKE—Arsenal secured their spot in the UEFA Champions League final with a hard-fought 1–0 win over Atletico Madrid, thanks to a decisive strike from Bukayo Saka. The North London club progressed 2–1 on aggregate after a 1–1 draw in the first leg in Spain. This victory sends Arsenal into the final of Europe’s […] The post Bukayo Saka Fires Arsenal into Historic Champions League Final appeared first on Business Today NG.
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After Delta killing, Police roll out new crackdown unit
Following the dismissal of officers linked to an alleged extra-judicial killing in Delta State, Olatunji Disu, Inspector-General of Police, has read more After Delta killing, Police roll out new crackdown unit
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Samsung Electronics redefines mid-tier value with Galaxy A57
Samsung Electronics is reshaping Nigeria’s upper mid-tier smartphone segment with the launch of its Galaxy A57, introducing flagship-level artificial intelligence read more Samsung Electronics redefines mid-tier value with Galaxy A57
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Nigeria mourns victims of deadly fireworks explosion in China
The Federal Government of Nigeria has expressed deep sorrow over a deadly fireworks explosion in China, which claimed at least read more Nigeria mourns victims of deadly fireworks explosion in China
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Everton fan arrested over alleged racist abuse during City clash
Merseyside Police have arrested an Everton fan during Monday’s Premier League clash with Manchester City over alleged racist abuse. The read more Everton fan arrested over alleged racist abuse during City clash
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Five APC governors target Senate seats for 2027 transition
The race for the 2027 general elections is gathering momentum as five outgoing governors of the All Progressives Congress (APC) read more Five APC governors target Senate seats for 2027 transition
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Arsenal edge Atletico to reach first Champions League final in 20 years
Arsenal reached the Champions League final for the first time in 20 years as Bukayo Saka’s first-half strike secured a read more Arsenal edge Atletico to reach first Champions League final in 20 years
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UBA, MoMo PSB to unlock financial access for Nigerians
United Bank for Africa (UBA), Redtech, and MoMo PSB is set to expand payment access for Nigerians by enabling seamless read more UBA, MoMo PSB to unlock financial access for Nigerians
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Tinubu courts global investors as Nigeria deepens reforms
President Bola Tinubu is looking to lure in scarce global capital as he met with investors Tuesday, stressing his commitment read more Tinubu courts global investors as Nigeria deepens reforms
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Kled AI blocks Nigeria after 95% fraud claim
…sparks data trust debate in global AI market A U.S.-based startup, Kled AI, has removed Nigeria from its platform after read more Kled AI blocks Nigeria after 95% fraud claim
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INEC resumes nationwide continuous voters registration
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the resumption of the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise nationwide, marking the read more INEC resumes nationwide continuous voters registration
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Tinubu courts global investors in Paris as Nigeria records 11.2% dollar-term growth
​President Bola Tinubu is currently engaging global investors in Paris, France, where he has emphasised transparency, fiscal discipline, and the read more Tinubu courts global investors in Paris as Nigeria records 11.2% dollar-term growth
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Dangote Cement grows exports by 71.6% in Q1 2026 as capacity hits 55MTA
Dangote Cement Plc recorded a strong performance in the first quarter of 2026, growing its cement and clinker exports from read more Dangote Cement grows exports by 71.6% in Q1 2026 as capacity hits 55MTA
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11th Nass: Senate tightens rules, restricts leadership positions to ranking, returning members
The Senate has amended its Standing Orders, significantly narrowing eligibility for presiding and principal offices ahead of the 11th National read more 11th Nass: Senate tightens rules, restricts leadership positions to ranking, returning members
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Nigeria faces youth employment crisis as ILO calls for urgent skills strategy
A new report by the International Labour Organisation (ILO), titled Lifelong Learning and Skills for the Future, has revealed that read more Nigeria faces youth employment crisis as ILO calls for urgent skills strategy
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Life Arm Leads as emPLE Pays ₦7bn in Claims Across Key Sectors
BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—emPLE Nigeria said it paid over ₦7 billion in claims to policyholders in 2025, underscoring its commitment to meeting obligations and supporting customers during times of need. The company disclosed this in a statement made available to BusinessTodayNG. A breakdown of the claims shows that the life business paid over ₦4.1 billion, while […] The post Life Arm Leads as emPLE Pays ₦7bn in Claims Across Key Sectors appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Multitrex Integrated Foods plans return to NGX
Multitrex Integrated Foods Plc, Nigeria’s cocoa processing powerhouse, is poised to resume trading on the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) early read more Multitrex Integrated Foods plans return to NGX
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Reps approve N479.5bn NCC budget for 2026
​The House of Representatives has approved the sum of N479.5bn as the Nigerian Communications Commission’s (NCC) budget for 2026. ​The read more Reps approve N479.5bn NCC budget for 2026
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Alleged N10b Kogi Fraud: How Ali Bello Used BDC in Transferring Money to Cronies- Witness
The trial of Ali Bello, nephew of former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Adoza Bello, resumed on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, before Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court, Abuja, with the 17th prosecution witness detailing how funds were allegedly routed through bureau de change (BDC) operators for transfers to associates. The witness, Ahmed Audu […] The post Alleged N10b Kogi Fraud: How Ali Bello Used BDC in Transferring Money to Cronies- Witness appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Troops Arrest Suspected Terrorists, Informant, Drug Peddlers; Rescue Victims,
BY SUNDAY SAMUEL—Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI, have recorded a series of operational gains across the theatre, including the arrest of suspected terrorists and collaborators, rescue of kidnapped civilians, and recovery of explosive devices during coordinated missions. In one of the operations, troops stationed at Ngamdu while conducting engagements […] The post Troops Arrest Suspected Terrorists, Informant, Drug Peddlers; Rescue Victims, appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Red Cross to deepen humanitarian services in Nigeria with new response mechanism
Vice-President Kashim Shettima has welcomed plans by the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) to expand humanitarian services in read more Red Cross to deepen humanitarian services in Nigeria with new response mechanism
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