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NCC Orders Licensees to Regularise Unapproved Shareholding Changes Within 45 Days
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has issued a directive requiring all telecommunications licensees that have implemented changes exceeding 10 per cent in their shareholding structures without prior regulatory approval to immediately regularise such actions. The directive, announced through a public notice published on the Commission’s website, grants affected operators a 45-day grace period to comply, […] The post NCC Orders Licensees to Regularise Unapproved Shareholding Changes Within 45 Days appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Troops arrest bomber, intercept IED materials in Borno 
The Joint Task Force North East Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) has recorded a significant operational success with the arrest of read more Troops arrest bomber, intercept IED materials in Borno 
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New Tax Laws Will Begin Jan 1, 2026-Tinubu
The new tax laws, including those that took effect on June 26, 2025, and the remaining acts scheduled to commence on January 1, 2026, will continue as planned. TheThese reforms are a once-in-a-generation opportunity to build a fair, competitive, and robust fiscal foundation for our country. The tax laws are not designed to raise taxes, […] The post New Tax Laws Will Begin Jan 1, 2026-Tinubu appeared first on Business Today NG.
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New tax laws to take off in January 1, Tinubu insists
…NECA backs FG President Bola Tinubu says the new tax laws will commence on January 1st, 2026 as planned. President read more New tax laws to take off in January 1, Tinubu insists
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Nigeria Targets Next-Generation Broadband as NCC Publishes Key Draft Spectrum Policies
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has released two key draft regulatory documents intended to guide the evolution of Nigeria’s communications sector over the next five years and fast-track the rollout of ultra-high-speed wireless services. In a public notice issued pursuant to its mandate under the Nigerian Communications Act (NCA) 2003, the Commission announced the publication […] The post Nigeria Targets Next-Generation Broadband as NCC Publishes Key Draft Spectrum Policies appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Lagos students locked out of computer education despite billions spent on ICT
As Lagos positions itself as Nigeria’s technology hub, a generation of its students in public schools is being systematically excluded read more Lagos students locked out of computer education despite billions spent on ICT
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AFCON: Super Eagles beat Uganda 3-1 to complete perfect run
The Super Eagles of Nigeria maintained their impressive momentum at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) with a convincing read more AFCON: Super Eagles beat Uganda 3-1 to complete perfect run
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Adept Lessor sets sight on expansion with equipment leasing push
Adept Lessor, a top leasing and financing firm, plans to expand its operations across Nigeria and Africa as part of read more Adept Lessor sets sight on expansion with equipment leasing push
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NECA backs FG’s tax law implementation from January 2026
…Insists it will ease multiple burdens on SMEs The Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA) has thrown its weight behind the read more NECA backs FG’s tax law implementation from January 2026
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2027 Polls: Umahi urges Southeast to embrace strategy, backs Tinubu, Nwifuru
David Umahi (Senator) the Minister of Works, on Tuesday declared that the Southeast geopolitical zone will overwhelmingly support President Bola read more 2027 Polls: Umahi urges Southeast to embrace strategy, backs Tinubu, Nwifuru
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10 things that shaped the Nigerian Senate in 2025
In the annals of Nigeria’s democratic history, the year 2025 will be remembered for intense legislative activity, political controversy, institutional read more 10 things that shaped the Nigerian Senate in 2025
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GNI fire: Sanwo-Olu orders residents, businesses to vacate danger zone
The Lagos State Government says it is going ahead to enforce Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s directive that residents and businesses around read more GNI fire: Sanwo-Olu orders residents, businesses to vacate danger zone
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Geo-Fluids gets shareholders approval to raise N22.87bn
The board of Geo-Fluids Plc has been given approval to increase the company’s authorised share capital from N2.13 billion to read more Geo-Fluids gets shareholders approval to raise N22.87bn
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Gov Okpebholo’s payment of 13-month salary incites Edo Civil Servants
Civil servants in the employment of the Edo State Government have expressed excitement over the payment of a 13-month salary read more Gov Okpebholo’s payment of 13-month salary incites Edo Civil Servants
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NDDC proposes N1.75trn 2025 budget as Senate begins physical assessment of projects
The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) on Tuesday presented a N1.75 trillion budget proposal for the 2025 fiscal year to read more NDDC proposes N1.75trn 2025 budget as Senate begins physical assessment of projects
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NNPP Kano chairman denies ouster, says leadership crisis in the party will be resolved soon
Hashimu Dungurawa, the chairman of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) in Kano State,  has rejected claims that he has read more NNPP Kano chairman denies ouster, says leadership crisis in the party will be resolved soon
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We’ve developed strategic plans for shoreline protection in our coastal communities — Poroye
Olabiyi Poroye, the Chairman of the Ondo State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (OSOPADEC), on Tuesday said the commission had read more We’ve developed strategic plans for shoreline protection in our coastal communities — Poroye
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US strike: Amotekun arrests 39 suspects fleeing Sokoto in Ondo forest
The ripple effects of the recent United States–backed military strike against ISIS terrorists in Northern Nigeria have reached Ondo State, read more US strike: Amotekun arrests 39 suspects fleeing Sokoto in Ondo forest
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Can Anthony Joshua box again after tragic road crash kills two close associates?
What should have been a quiet holiday homecoming has turned into a devastating tragedy for Anthony Joshua, raising profound questions read more Can Anthony Joshua box again after tragic road crash kills two close associates?
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End -of the year report: Police arrested over 3,000 crime suspects in 2025
Residents of Kano State experienced intensified security enforcement in 2025 as the State Police Command carried out widespread operations that read more End -of the year report: Police arrested over 3,000 crime suspects in 2025
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Meet Abdulaziz Malami: Son of Nigeria’s former Attorney-General arraigned over N8.7bn money laundering
Abdulaziz Abubakar Malami is a Nigerian lawyer and business executive with interests in real estate, hospitality, and investment management. He read more Meet Abdulaziz Malami: Son of Nigeria’s former Attorney-General arraigned over N8.7bn money laundering
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PDP raises red flag over APC’s claim of Mutfwang’s defection
…insists Mutfwang remains member despite APC defection claim in Abuja The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Plateau State has dismissed read more PDP raises red flag over APC’s claim of Mutfwang’s defection
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5 major events that shaped Nigeria’s tax landscape in 2025
Nigeria’s tax administration underwent one of its most significant shifts in recent history in 2025, as the government accelerated reforms read more 5 major events that shaped Nigeria’s tax landscape in 2025
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External reserves to grow to $51.04bn in 2026 on reduced FX pressure – CBN
… Exchange rate gap between NFEM and BDC to narrow further   Nigeria’s external reserves are projected to rise to $51.04 read more External reserves to grow to $51.04bn in 2026 on reduced FX pressure – CBN
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Court remands Bauchi finance commissioner over alleged N4.6bn money laundering
The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the remand of Yakubu Adamu, Bauchi State’s Commissioner for Finance, pending the read more Court remands Bauchi finance commissioner over alleged N4.6bn money laundering
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Detty December Spending Is Back. Credit Direct Wants Some of It to Last – Businessday
As the year draws to a close, consumer spending in Nigeria typically spikes. December brings higher discretionary expenses driven by read more Detty December Spending Is Back. Credit Direct Wants Some of It to Last – Businessday
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Nigerian retirees require N6.3m monthly as passive income for residency in Greece
…applicants can sponsor their spouse and children ….residency is for five years, after which citizenship can be applied for  ..benefits read more Nigerian retirees require N6.3m monthly as passive income for residency in Greece
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CBN sees FX reserves rising to $51bn in 2026 on market reforms
Nigeria’s foreign exchange reserves is expected to continue its growth trend next year, giving the naira the needed firepower to read more CBN sees FX reserves rising to $51bn in 2026 on market reforms
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SME 100 Awards 2025: Platnova Recognized Among Nigeria’s Top 100 Fastest-Growing Companies
In a landmark recognition of innovation and economic impact, Platnova, the innovative fintech platform powering borderless finance for Africans, has read more SME 100 Awards 2025: Platnova Recognized Among Nigeria’s Top 100 Fastest-Growing Companies
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From party to productivity: Can Lagos turn ‘Detty December’ into lasting economic growth?
As 2025 comes to an end, Lagos, like the rest of Nigeria, buzzes with the energy of ‘Detty December; an read more From party to productivity: Can Lagos turn ‘Detty December’ into lasting economic growth?
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From Zamfara governor to Geregu Power chair: Meet Abdul-Aziz Yari
Geregu Power Plc has announced the appointment of former Zamfara State governor, Abdul-Aziz Abubakar Yari, as the new chairman of read more From Zamfara governor to Geregu Power chair: Meet Abdul-Aziz Yari
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Nigeria 2026 economic outlook: What governments, businesses and households need to get right
Nigeria enters the run-up to 2026 at a delicate moment. This is not a story of dramatic resurgence, nor one read more Nigeria 2026 economic outlook: What governments, businesses and households need to get right
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Lagos, Osun lead states driving women’s financial inclusion through account ownership
Across Nigeria’s 36 states, Lagos, Osun, Edo, Delta, and Ekiti stand out as the country’s top performers in advancing women’s read more Lagos, Osun lead states driving women’s financial inclusion through account ownership
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Insecurity, tax reform resistance threaten positive economic outlook for 2026-CPPE
Muda Yusuf, a renowned economist and chief executive officer of the Centre for Promotion of Private Enterprises (CPPE). read more Insecurity, tax reform resistance threaten positive economic outlook for 2026-CPPE
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Nigeria in 20 Cartoons: BusinessDay’s most engaging drawings of 2025
The torn cape   Yahoo men The hunters London for the poor Tax grinder Ignoring fire for Smoke A merciless read more Nigeria in 20 Cartoons: BusinessDay’s most engaging drawings of 2025
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Ghana, Egypt lead Africa’s biggest rate cuts as inflation falls
Ghana and Egypt led Africa’s most aggressive interest-rate cuts in 2025, as easing inflation, improving currency stability. read more Ghana, Egypt lead Africa’s biggest rate cuts as inflation falls
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