Payaza, a leading payments infrastructure company, has strengthened its market position with two major rating milestones: a DataPro upgrade from A to AA- and an A- investment-grade credit rating from Intelligent Africa. These recognitions mark the company’s fourth credit rating, further validating Payaza’s financial strength, operational discipline, governance standards, and long-term strategic direction. The latest ratings build on Payaza’s growing track record of institutional […] read more Payaza, Achieves New Double Ratings: Releases Ground Breaking Features for African businesses

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have intercepted 12 large parcels of cocaine concealed in false bottom of food flasks heading to the United Kingdom via a Virgin Atlantic Airline flight from the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) Ikeja, Lagos. The cocaine consignment with a gross weight of 2.80 kilograms was intercepted […] The post NDLEA intercepts Cocaine, Loud in food flasks, Snacks, Arrests Fashion Designer, Others appeared first on Business Today NG.

Virgil van Dijk scored a dramatic 100th-minute winner as Liverpool claimed victory in the first Premier League Merseyside derby at Hill Dickinson Stadium. Beto had earlier cancelled out Mohamed Salah’s opener for Everton before Van Dijk rose to meet Dominik Szoboszlai’s corner deep into added time to seal the win. Just two minutes after Everton […] read more Liverpool edge Everton in historic Merseyside derby

In the bustling fashion hubs of Lagos and Abuja, a revolution is taking place—not in the silhouette of the dress or the cut of the suit, but in the ‘crowning’ of the ensemble. Hats which were once relegated to ceremonial traditional attire or mere functional sun protection, have emerged as the definitive fashion trend of […] read more Why Hats a powerful fashion statements now in Nigeria 

The Minister of State for Industry, Senator John Owan Enoh, has tasked the management of Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc on the need to expand the annual production capacity of its subsidiary, the Golden Sugar Company (GSC), to 300,000 metric tonnes by the year 2030. The Minister, accompanied by the Executive Secretary of the National […] read more Sugar production: FG tasks Flour Mills on 300,000MT target by 2030

From thick rainforests housing some national parks, towering mountains to undulating terrains, colourful festivals, beaches, wildlife and to waterfalls, Cross River offers a million thrills to visitors. The state, which is Nigeria’s foremost tourism destination, amid being home to half of the country’s depleting primary forest, is truly the adventure that awaits you on any […] read more Kwa Falls: Nature’s spectacle worth beholding

Labadi Beach Hotel has used WTM Africa as a strategic platform to deepen market engagement, strengthen buyer relationships and position itself more strongly within Africa’s growing leisure and business travel ecosystem. Speaking at the event, George Ayisi, head of sales at Labadi Beach Hotel, said that the decision to participate in WTM Africa was informed […] read more Labadi Beach Hotel targets intra-African growth, MICE opportunities at WTM Africa

The nominations for the 8th Africa Tourism Leadership Awards are now open. As the premier pan-African industry honours, the awards recognize and celebrate the change-makers and innovations pioneered by Africans, in Africa, for the African travel, tourism, hospitality, and aviation sectors. The awards ceremony will take place as part of the 8th Africa Tourism Leadership […] read more Nominations open for 8th Africa Tourism Leadership Awards

One again, the Zambia Institute for Tourism and Hospitality Studies (ZITHS) has pulled through another successful edition of the annual Travel, Hospitality and Tourism Education Summit (THTES). This year, which is the fourth edition closed in Lusaka with a decisive shift from dialogue to delivery, setting in motion a structured, multi-sector framework to reform tourism […] read more Tourism, education summit closes in Lusaka, tasks sectors on reforms, implementation

It has been eight years of practice as a full-time artist for Ikechukwu Ezeigwe. But it is not the number of years in practice that matters for the young artist, but the difference and impact he wants to make with his art. Today, Ikechukwu, who graduated as the Best Painting Student of the Fine Art […] read more ‘We artists need environments that understand, properly value what we do’

…says election risks failure without national  vision  Sam Adeyemi, the senior pastor of Daystar Christian Centre, has called on Nigerians to demand a national dialogue on the country’s future direction, warning that election without clear national alignment, risks repeating past outcomes. Adeyemi spoke on Sunday, April 18, noting: “Anything short of a clear national vision […] read more Demand national dialogue – Sam Adeyemi to Nigerians 

Police operatives attached to the Karshi divisional headquarters in the Karu local government area of Nasarawa State have arrested Asonye Isaiah, 37, of the Rock of Love and Adoration Ground. The arrest follows the alleged defilement of a 16-year-old girl in the state. SP Ramhan Nansel, Nasarawa State Command spokesperson stated that preliminary investigations revealed […] read more Pastor arrested in Nasarawa for alleged sexual assault on minor

...As Merseyside derby lights up Hill Dickinson Stadium Former colleagues, master/ apprentice, and title rivals will go head-to-head at the Etihad on Sunday, in a match many have billed as a Premier League title decider. Pep Guardiola, Manchester City manager, disclosed that he is proud to be challenging Arsenal for the Premier League title. He […] read more Man City, Arsenal in Premier League supremacy battle

On April 18, 2026, ARAMI opened its doors to art lovers and the general public for an enthralling exhibition. Titled ‘Celebration’, the exhibition, which is being presented by SMO Contemporary Art, explores the intersection of contemporary African art and fine dining. Also, the works on display explore creativity across diverse media including; textile, wood, metal, lenticular […] read more SMO curates walls of ARAMI with colour at ‘Celebration’ group exhibition

Pep Guardiola has backed Manchester City fans to play a decisive role as his side face Arsenal in a crucial Premier League title clash at the Etihad Stadium. Second-placed City host league leaders Arsenal on Sunday in a potentially defining encounter in the title race. Read Also: Arteta backs Arsenal to stun Man City in […] read more Man City vs Arsenal: Guardiola rallies fans ahead of Etihad showdown

The Think Art Festival held its fifth edition of art competition in December 2025, themed ‘Reflection,’ with Success Chris Abah emerging as the first-prize winner. The festival is an annual show that began in 2021 as the first-ever virtual art contest in Abuja. The maiden edition attracted over 65 entries from 12 schools, and the […] read more Think Art Festival 2025: Redefining reflection

Mikel Arteta has expressed confidence in Arsenal’s ability to upset Manchester City in the Premier League title race when the top two clash on Sunday. The Gunners hold a six-point lead heading into their visit to the Etihad Stadium, although they have played one game more than City. Arsenal’s dip in form since losing the […] read more Arteta backs Arsenal to stun Man City in EPL title showdown

In a push to deepen confidence in its project delivery, Cruxstone Development & Investment Limited has appointed Building Construction Limited (BCL) as the official construction partner for The Autograph Plus. The Autograph Plus is the company’s flagship 22-storey mixed-use development located on Adeola Hopewell Street, Victoria Island, Lagos. It is a milestone development that reflects […] read more Cruxstone deepens delivery confidence, appoints BCL for Authograph Plus

…Says ‘leadership must be understood as sacred trust, not avenue for personal gain’ As Nigeria prepares for another electoral cycle, Christ Global Network (CGN), an umbrella body for apostolic and Pentecostal bishops has reiterated that the importance of credible, peaceful, and transparent elections cannot be overstated. The body identified the forthcoming 2027 general election as […] read more Nigeria’s progress depends on moral, spiritual, collective renewal – CGN

At a time when happiness feels increasingly out of reach for many, Jehovah’s Witnesses (JW) are inviting the public to experience their 2026 annual convention series, themed ‘Eternal Happiness.’ The three-day convention will be held over 17 weekends across 44 cities in Nigeria, between May 15 and 17, 2026. “Who doesn’t want to be happy?” […] read more JW 2026 convention to explore spirituality for lasting happiness

A group, Goodluck Jonathan Legacy Project (GJLP) has described recent comments by Atiku Abubakar, a former vice president and one of the national leaders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), on former President Goodluck Jonathan as unfortunate and revisionist. Juan Amechee, national coordinator of GJLP, in a statement made available to BusinessDay on Thursday, said […] read more 2027: Group faults Atiku over Jonathan inexperience comments

Nuhu Tafida, district head of Bogoro Local Government Area of Bauchi State, has given 21 days closure ultimatum of alcohol shops, and vowed to sanction all defaulters who violate the order. The district head gave the directive ‎during a sensitisation with the beer parlours and alcohol sellers in his palace Friday. ‎ Tafida explained that […] read more District Head gives 21-day closure ultimatum of alcohol shops in Bogoro LGA

Over four hectares of farmland have been destroyed in Gassa community, Ropp District of Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State, raising fresh concerns over food security in the state. The development was disclosed in a statement made available to journalits on Friday in Jos, signed by Rwang Tengwong, national publicity secretary of the […] read more Destruction of farmland in Plateau sparks food security fears

      The Catholic diocese of Katsina-Ala has empowered about 150 parishioners to promote self-reliance and enhance sustainable livelihoods of worshippers.    The initiative was carried out by the Foundation for Justice, Development and Peace (FJDP) of Katsina-Ala Diocese, in partnership with the SPRiNG Project.    The initiative provided start-up support to 150 beneficiaries […] read more Catholic diocese empowers parishioners to promote enhance sustainable livelihoods

Joseph John Hayab, current chairman of Northern Christian Association (CAN), who also serves as the Country Director for Global Peace Foundation Nigeria, an organisation that works to mitigate identity-based conflicts using a value-driven approach to peacebuilding, with the slogan: ‘We are one family under God’ in this interview with BENJAMIN AGESAN, spoke about the insecurity […] read more Leaders who manifest wickedness today, will always reap what they sow – Northern CAN Chairman

Reckitt Nigeria has announced the commissioning of a new public sanitation facility in Abule Egba, Lagos, built by MN Environmental Services, one of four health and hygiene enterprises in Nigeria from the 2025 cohort of the Reckitt Catalyst programme. The facility will serve over 30,000 commuters monthly, bringing critical Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) infrastructure […] read more Reckitt’s catalyst programme drives sanitation impact in Nigeria

The Kwara State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board has disclosed that a total of 1,714 pilgrims from the state will participate in the 2026 Hajj exercise. Abdulsalam Abdulkadir, the Board’s Secretary, made this known in a statement on Thursday explained that preparations are in top gear to ensure a hitch-free exercise, with arrangements in place for […] read more Kwara to airlift 1,714 pilgrims for 2026 Hajj – Board

…To prioritise candidate over party The Christian community in Rivers State, conservatively placed at 80 percent of the state’s over 9 million population, will vote as a bloc during the 2027 general election irrespective of political party affiliation. Christians dominate the state by as much as 70 percent, analysts say, with the Muslims and traditional […] read more Rivers’ Christians vow 70% bloc vote in 2027

...As delays, partial disbursements slow the implementation of capital projects read more Nigeria records 42% health budget performance amid partial disbursements – BudgIT

…As Mayor of Housing shows how to make summit bigger Major fallout of the real estate exhibition & investment summit just held in Port Harcourt, Rivers State for the south-east and south-south is suggestion on how-cost of building can be crashed. Most speakers and participants including Mustapha Njie of TAF Africa Global, My-ACE China of […] read more BusinessDay property summit in PH reveals what FG must do to crash cost of housing, rent

The Niger State College of Agriculture, Mokwa, has matriculated 45 students into its 2025/2026 Pre-HND and part-time programmes. Speaking at the ceremony, Shaba Maliki (Dr), Acting Provost of the school commended the courage of the newly admitted students under the Centre for Continuing Education (CCE), particularly those enrolled in the Pre-HND programmes in Agricultural Production […] read more 2025/2026 Session: Niger State College of agriculture matriculates 45 students

For the first time, MAX AMUCHIE, creator of The Insecurity Triad, sets out the definitive formulation of the framework—an original analytical construct developed to explain the converging architecture of insecurity in Nigeria and across West Africa. A nation does not collapse all at once. It erodes — layer by layer, system by system — until […] read more The Insecurity Triad: Money, Land, and Mind — A Definitive Articulation

The Adamawa State Government, in collaboration with UNICEF and other development partners, has launched a major education initiative aimed at enrolling thousands of out-of-school and vulnerable children across the state. The programme, implemented under the Education Cannot Wait (ECW) project, seeks to expand access to education, particularly for children affected by conflict, displacement, and poverty. […] read more Adamawa govt, UNICEF partner to boost school enrollment for vulnerable children

On the March again! The 2027 general election is around the corner. In less than nine months from now, the electorate will be going to the polls to elect those who will govern them for the next four years in various capacities. Barring any changes in the election timetable released by the Independent National Electoral […] read more 2027: The journey to Agodi Government House begins, with aspirants jostling to succeed Makinde

PalmPay says it has strengthened its in-app security features to ensure safer digital payments across Nigeria. The digital platform disclosed that it has moved its in-app security features beyond reactive fraud management to proactive protection to help strengthen brand trust. Aiyudu Omoruyi, manager, anti-fraud, PalmPay, stated that the platform’s security framework is built on a multi-layered […] read more PalmPay strengthens in-app security features for safer digital payments 

In this interview with ADEOLA AJAKAIYE in Kano, Hassan Tahir Yaro, CEO, HASYAR Farm, on behalf of the leadership of the Kano Small & Medium Scale Traders, Farmers and Entrepreneurs Development Association, outlines the group’s ambitious drive to formalise informal businesses, expand export opportunities, and strengthen agricultural productivity, while calling on government at all levels […] read more We are worried about high energy costs, export bottlenecks in Kano – Yaro