The National Economic Council (NEC) has approved the sum of ₦100 billion, subject to a final ratification by President Bola Tinubu, for rehabilitation of training institutions for police and other security agencies in across Nigeria This followed recommendations by the adhoc committee earlier constituted to assess the state of police and security agencies’ training institution […] The post NEC Approves ₦100bn For Renovation Of Security Agencies’ Training Institutions first appeared on Business Today NG.

The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved the 2026-2028 medium-term expenditure framework (MTEF), outlining Nigeria’s economic outlook, revenue targets, and spending priorities for the next three years. Briefing journalists after the FEC meeting on Wednesday in Abuja, the Minister of Budget and National Planning, Atiku Bagudu, said oil price was pegged at $64 per barrel, […] The post FEC Approves 2026-2028 MTEF, Projects ₦34trn Revenue first appeared on Business Today NG.

The trial of Akindele Akintoye, Platforms Capital Investment Partners Limited and Duport Midstream Company Limited continued on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, before Justice Ekerete Akpan of the Federal High Court Abuja, with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, presenting its fourth witness. Akintoye and the two companies are on trial on a six- count […] The post $35m NCDMB Project: No Report to Show That the Project Has Been Executed… Witness first appeared on Business Today NG.

The Commissioner of Police Nasarawa State Police Command, Shetima Mohammed-Jauro, has said that the command rescued 39 foreign nationals suspected to be victims of human trafficking. He said that the victims were rescued from Orange Market, Mararaba in Karu Local Government Area of Nasarawa State. Speaking further, he said “On November 30, at about 10:40 […] The post Human Trafficking: Nasarawa CP Confirms Rescue of 39 Foreign Nationals From Orange Market first appeared on Business Today NG.

Troops of 13 Brigade, Nigerian Army, have successfully rescued four kidnapped victims during a well-coordinated and decisive waterborne operation in Bakassi, Cross River State, on Tuesday, 2 December 2025. According to statement released today via its official X account that “The troops, while on a routine water patrol aimed at denying criminal elements freedom of […] The post 13Brigade Troops Rescue Four Kidnapped Victims In Bakassi first appeared on Business Today NG.

BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is set to unveil two innovative products: a USSD Service and ISA Audio, designed to democratize information dissemination and enhance investor engagement.According to the Commission, the unveiling will take place at the forthcoming Capital Market Committee Meeting scheduled for December 8 at the Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria […] The post SEC To Launch USSD Service and ISA Audio To Boost Investor Engagement first appeared on Business Today NG.

An economist, a policy analyst and a diaspora professional sharply disagreed on the state of Nigeria’s economy but admitted security issues must be resolved during a heated virtual session hosted by the People’s Parliament of the Initiative for Good and Informed Citizenship, which examined President Bola Tinubu’s performance two and a half years into office. […] The post Experts Clash Over Nigeria’s Economy but Agree On Urgent Need To Address Insecurity first appeared on Business Today NG.

The Senate has confirmed the former Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, as the Minister of Defence. The Senate confirmed Musa on Wednesday via a voice vote after a rigorous screening session in which lawmakers asked him many questions. Musa, who retired barely 40 days ago, was nominated by President Bola Tinubu as the […] The post Senate Confirms Gen. Christopher Musa As Minister Of Defence first appeared on Business Today NG.

The United States has imposed visa restrictions on individuals believed to be responsible for, or complicit in, major violations of religious freedom in Nigeria. The restriction target those who have directed, authorized, funded, supported, or carried out such violations and may extend to their immediate family members. This move is part of ongoing U.S. efforts […] The post Nigeria: US Imposes Visa Restrictions On Individuals Linked To Religious Freedom Violations first appeared on Business Today NG.

The Federal Government, through the Debt Management Office (DMO), has announced the issuance of two FGN Savings Bonds available for subscription in December 2025 According to DMO, the first offer is a two-year FGN savings bond due on Dec. 10, 2027, at 12.838 per cent interest rate per annum while the second offer is three-year […] The post FGN Offers Two Savings Bonds for Subscription In December first appeared on Business Today NG.

Data from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has indicated that 31,610 individuals with valid post-graduation work permits (PGWPs) as read more Over 31,000 post-graduation work permits due to expire by Dec 31- Report

The Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC) said it recovered in excess of  N2.59 billion with the help of the Council’s Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in third quarter of 2025. The Council also said it had saved shippers N175.8 billion and more than $30,000 in the second quarter of 2025 through various complaint resolutions initiated by industry […] The post NSC Recovers N2.59bn, Saves Shippers N175.8bn Through ADR In 2025 first appeared on Business Today NG.

As part of efforts to strengthen security, the National Economic Council (NEC), on Wednesday, approved the sum of N100 billion read more NEC approves N100bn for rehabilitation of security agencies’ training Institutions

The Senate, on Wednesday, summoned Wale Edun, Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, to appear before its read more Senate summons finance, education ministers over collapse of $30m Safe School Initiative

The Nigerian Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA), through its wholly owned healthcare subsidiary NSIA Advanced Medical Services Ltd (MedServe), in collaboration read more NSIA, GE Healthcare to deepen diagnostic services with 10 new centres

BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) on Wednesday announced a major relaxation of its cash withdrawal and deposit regulations, effective January 1, 2026, as part of efforts to boost liquidity and ease financial pressures on businesses and individuals amid ongoing economic challenges. In a circular signed by Dr. Rita I. Sike, Director of […] The post Central Bank Relaxes Cash Limits Nationwide To Boost Liquidity first appeared on Business Today NG.

The Federal Government on Wednesday applauded Saudi authorities for releasing three Nigerians arrested in August 2025 at King Abdulaziz International Airport, Jeddah, after investigations revealed that prohibited items linked to their luggage were planted by criminal syndicates. The individuals freed are Abdulhamid Sadieq, Maryam Abdullahi, and Bahijah Abdullahi. In a statement, the Minister of Foreign […] The post Nigeria Hails Saudi Arabia For Releasing Three Citizens In Fraudulent Luggage Case first appeared on Business Today NG.

Pelumi Olajengbesi, an Abuja-based lawyer has hailed the appointment of retired General Christopher Musa as Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, describing read more Olajengbesi applauds Musa’s Defence Minister appointment, calls for cabinet reshuffle

LaLiga has completed the tender process for its domestic broadcasting rights, securing a total audiovisual rights value of €6.135 billion read more LaLiga secures record €6.1bn domestic deal for 2027–32 cycle

OUR REPORTERS—As part of efforts to curb the activities of criminal elements and bandits in the state, the Ekiti State Government has issued a seven-day ultimatum to non-natives allegedly occupying farmland and a border area between Isan Ekiti and Eda Oniyo in Ilejemeje Local Government Area. The government described the immediate evacuation as necessary to […] The post Insecurity: Ekiti Govt Gives Illegal Occupants Seven-Day Ultimatum To Vacate Farmlands first appeared on Business Today NG.

NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) has introduced Commercial Paper (CP) listings, following approval from the Securities and Exchange Commission, marking another significant expansion of its product suite in a year defined by accelerated innovation. This development deepens Nigeria’s short-term debt market and reinforces NGX’s role as a versatile hub for capital formation. The new listing […] The post NGX Launches Commercial Paper Listings To Boost Short-Term Debt Market first appeared on Business Today NG.

L-R: Chukwuemeka Agada, Regional Sales Manager, The Alternative Bank; Akanni Owolabi, Regional Head, Edo/Delta, The Alternative Bank; Chief (Dr.) Samuel Eshenake, Secretary, Uvwie Local Government Council; High Chief Hope Akasa (JP), Unuevworo of Uvwie Kingdom, and Hon. Andrew Agagbo, Vice-Chairman,  Uvwie Local Government Council, at the launch of The Alternative Bank’s branch in Effurun, Delta […] The post Alternative Bank Unveils Flagship Effurun Branch, Sets Bold Pace For Delta’s Economic Future first appeared on Business Today NG.

MTN Nigeria brought the excitement of the Premier League to Lagos fans on Sunday, hosting two watch parties for the read more MTN Nigeria thrills fans with EPL watch parties in Lagos

The United States has announced visa sanctions targeting Nigerians implicated in religious rights abuses. The new policy, unveiled by Marco read more US announces visa restriction for Nigerians linked with religious rights abuses

Hon Aminu Shehu, one of Abdulaziz Yari’s closest allies, has refuted a claim circulating on social media alleging that Abdulaziz read more Yari didn’t claim Tinubu is ‘caged’ but praised his hard work – Shehu

The fifth National Advertising Conference, NAC held mid November 2025 delivered a standout turnout, marked by perfect organisation, vibrant product read more NAC 2025: Networking dominates as participants explore collaborations to navigate tough times

….Targets N34.33t revenue ….As FEC approves 2026–2028 MTEF, Sets Fiscal Policy framework After months of uncertainty surrounding the 2026 budget, read more 2026 budget: FG targets 2.06m bpd, $64 crude oil, N1,512/$1 exchange rate

Oxford University Press has selected “rage bait” as its 2025 word of the year, a reflection of how outrage-driven content read more ‘Rage bait’ named Oxford word of the year as outrage drives 2025’s online conversation

Business confidence in South Africa strengthened in the final quarter of 2025, reversing two consecutive declines as easing inflation, political read more South Africa business confidence rebounds after mid-year slowdown

…new tax laws to boost competitiveness, attract investments The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has stated that Nigeria’s newly enacted read more FIRS says 4% Development Levy not additional tax

The Senate on Wednesday approved the nomination of General Christopher Musa (retd.) as Nigeria’s new Minister of Defence after an read more Senate confirms Christopher Musa as Defence Minister after marathon screening

…Over 58,000 survivors assisted through SARCs as new digital safety measures take centre stage The Rule of Law and Anti-Corruption read more U–RoLAC programme strengthens access to justice for GBV survivors across Nigeria

The inaugural Kwara AI Summit has drawn to a successful close, marking a pivotal moment in Kwara State’s bold pursuit read more AI for All: Kwara Summit showcases responsible AI adoption

The Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria (CIPM) has reiterated its mandate as the sole regulatory body for Human read more CIPM warns against uncertified HR practice, welcomes 1,261 inductees

Nigeria’s push to overhaul its tax administration by 2026 is gathering momentum as the government prepares to modernise a system read more How cloud technology can transform Nigeria’s 2026 tax administration drive

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released first quarter figures from the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise showing read more INEC records 9.8 million voter pre-registrations, 2.5m completed registrations in CVR exercise