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England warm-up match delayed after thunderstorm hits Orlando
England’s final 2026 FIFA World Cup warm-up friendly against Costa Rica was delayed on Wednesday after a heavy thunderstorm disrupted read more England warm-up match delayed after thunderstorm hits Orlando
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Trump joins list of high-profile guests expected at 2026 World Cup
United States President Donald Trump has confirmed he plans to attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup, as anticipation builds ahead read more Trump joins list of high-profile guests expected at 2026 World Cup
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EFCC raises alarm over sophisticated vote-buying schemes ahead of 2027 elections
Ola Olukoyede, Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission,  has raised concerns over the increasing sophistication of electoral corruption read more EFCC raises alarm over sophisticated vote-buying schemes ahead of 2027 elections
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US cracks down on birth tourism networks, revokes hundreds of visas worldwide
The United States Department of State has intensified efforts to dismantle what it describes as illegal “birth tourism” schemes, revoked read more US cracks down on birth tourism networks, revokes hundreds of visas worldwide
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Edo moves to curb rising youth drug abuse, vows tougher enforcement
The Edo State Government has expressed concern over the increasing rate of drug abuse among young people in the state, read more Edo moves to curb rising youth drug abuse, vows tougher enforcement
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Fintiri gives defecting appointees 48 hours to resign or be dismissed 
Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, the governor of Adamawa State has directed all political appointees in his administration who have defected, or read more Fintiri gives defecting appointees 48 hours to resign or be dismissed 
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LCCI, NASD rally SMEs on capital market funding
In a bid to expose Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) to alternative sources of medium- and long-term financing, the Lagos read more LCCI, NASD rally SMEs on capital market funding
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FG constructs 15,000 houses across Nigeria – Tinubu 
President Bola Tinubu says his Administration is currently constructing about 15,000 houses across the Country. This is just as he read more FG constructs 15,000 houses across Nigeria – Tinubu 
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Low vaccine coverage contributing to learning challenges, FG warns
…Launches child health campaign The Federal Government on Wednesday warned that persistent gaps in immunisation coverage are contributing significantly to read more Low vaccine coverage contributing to learning challenges, FG warns
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Xenophobia: First batch of Nigerian evacuees to land at Lagos airport, Thursday 
…as FG funds emergency Air Peace flights The first batch of Nigerian nationals fleeing a fresh wave of anti-foreigner hostility read more Xenophobia: First batch of Nigerian evacuees to land at Lagos airport, Thursday 
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NCC Chief Aminu Maida to Keynote 2026 DigitalSENSE Forum in Lagos
The Executive Vice Chairman and CEO of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr. Aminu Maida, is set to deliver the Keynote Address at the upcoming 2026 Nigeria DigitalSENSE Forum (NDSF) on Internet Governance for Development (IG4D). Scheduled for this Thursday, June 11, 2026, at the Banquet Hall, Welcome Centre Hotels in Lagos, the landmark 17th […] The post NCC Chief Aminu Maida to Keynote 2026 DigitalSENSE Forum in Lagos appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Fifth Edition of Ecobank Adire Lagos Kicks Off June 11
Ecobank Nigeria has concluded all preparations for the fifth edition of the highly anticipated Ecobank Adire Lagos Experience, reaffirming its readiness to host local and international brands, partners, customers and visitors at the four-day fair scheduled to hold from June 11 to 14, 2026, at the Ecobank Pan African Centre (EPAC), Victoria Island, Lagos. The […] The post Fifth Edition of Ecobank Adire Lagos Kicks Off June 11 appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Lagos Police Arrest Suspected Cultist, Recover Pistol and Charms
The Lagos State Police Command has arrested a notorious cultist and suspected armed robber following a swift response to a distress call from members of the public. The arrest occurred after information was received that a young man was harassing passers-by and causing panic within the community. Acting promptly on the report, operatives were deployed […] The post Lagos Police Arrest Suspected Cultist, Recover Pistol and Charms appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Leadway Champions Next Generation of Female Tech Talent at Engineer Her Future 1.0
Leadway Group has reaffirmed its commitment to fostering inclusion, innovation, and talent development among women in technology through its participation in the Engineer Her Future 1.0 Conference, organised by the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) Lagos State Chapter. Held on June 5, 2026, in Lagos, the conference brought together accomplished female technology professionals, industry leaders, […] The post Leadway Champions Next Generation of Female Tech Talent at Engineer Her Future 1.0 appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Nigeria targets 30% local processing to triple shea industry value, unlock higher export revenue
The Nigerian Commodity Exchange (NCX) has unveiled a comprehensive Shea Value Chain Transformation Framework aimed at increasing domestic processing, improving read more Nigeria targets 30% local processing to triple shea industry value, unlock higher export revenue
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Arridex unveils West Africa’s first 3D manufacturing factory to cut import reliance
…Sanwo-Olu hails firm’s ‘Made in Nigeria’ milestone Arridex, a Nigerian multi-sector industrial technology group, has unveiled West Africa’s first additive read more Arridex unveils West Africa’s first 3D manufacturing factory to cut import reliance
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MTN unbundles MoMo operations in Nigeria, Uganda to unlock new investor capital
MTN Group is accelerating the separation of its mobile money business in Nigeria and Uganda as part of a broader read more MTN unbundles MoMo operations in Nigeria, Uganda to unlock new investor capital
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Heirs Insurance Hits 3 Million Customers in Five Years, Eyes Pan-African Expansion
BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—Heirs Insurance Group has marked its fifth anniversary with a reflection on its growth journey, highlighting the achievement of serving more than three million customers and outlining plans for expansion across Africa. Speaking during a media parley in Lagos on Monday, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Heirs Life Assurance and […] The post Heirs Insurance Hits 3 Million Customers in Five Years, Eyes Pan-African Expansion appeared first on Business Today NG.
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FCMB taps economist Bismarck Rewane to chair board amid growth push
First City Monument Bank (FCMB) has tapped prominent economist Bismarck Rewane to chair its board, betting on his four decades read more FCMB taps economist Bismarck Rewane to chair board amid growth push
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Exchange rate flat as IMF backs naira float
The naira traded largely flat on Wednesday in the official foreign exchange (FX) market despite weaker liquidity, as the International read more Exchange rate flat as IMF backs naira float
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EPL: Everton hit with £35m ruling over financial rules breach
Everton have been told to pay Burnley £35 million in compensation following a landmark ruling linked to breaches of the read more EPL: Everton hit with £35m ruling over financial rules breach
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Reps set to pass state police bill Thursday – Deputy Speaker
The House of Representatives has expressed its readiness to pass the State Police Bill on Thursday as part of efforts read more Reps set to pass state police bill Thursday – Deputy Speaker
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Goje pledges N1bn recapitalisation for Yobe Microfinance Bank 
The Yobe State Government (SSG) has pledged to pursue an additional N1 billion recapitalisation of Yobe Microfinance Bank to strengthen read more Goje pledges N1bn recapitalisation for Yobe Microfinance Bank 
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‎June 12: Democracy must deliver good governance, group says
The Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji Campaign Civil Society Committee has said democracy must go beyond the conduct of elections and read more ‎June 12: Democracy must deliver good governance, group says
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Oyo police debunks false allegations of terrorists’ movement into Ogbomoso axis, warns against spread of fake news
The Oyo State Police Command has dismissed claims in a video and accompanying voice note currently circulating across various social read more Oyo police debunks false allegations of terrorists’ movement into Ogbomoso axis, warns against spread of fake news
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Military, US joint operations kill 200 insurgents, top terror commanders in North-East —DHQ
Joint counter-terrorism operations between the Nigerian military and the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) have resulted in the elimination of read more Military, US joint operations kill 200 insurgents, top terror commanders in North-East —DHQ
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Gunmen invade Kogi school, kill three as security forces repel abduction bid 
Armed men suspected to be kidnappers have attacked Government Secondary School, Iluke Bunu, in Kabba-Bunu Local Government Area of Kogi read more Gunmen invade Kogi school, kill three as security forces repel abduction bid 
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UK considers easing work visa rules, Nigerian professionals
The United Kingdom could soon make it easier for foreign professionals, including Nigerians, to secure employment under its work visa read more UK considers easing work visa rules, Nigerian professionals
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Robbers invade Ebonyi College of Health female hostel, 9 students injured
Nine students of the Ebonyi State College of Health Sciences and Technology, Ngbo, Ohaukwu Local Government Area, were injured and read more Robbers invade Ebonyi College of Health female hostel, 9 students injured
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Nigerian youths decry poverty, unemployment despite 26 years democracy  
As Nigeria marks another Democracy Day on June 12, scores of young citizens say they have little reason to celebrate. read more Nigerian youths decry poverty, unemployment despite 26 years democracy  
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Nations grow on knowledge, not hope: Research, Africa’s missing link to growth
Research is the systematic investigation and study of materials and sources to establish facts and reach new conclusions. It is read more Nations grow on knowledge, not hope: Research, Africa’s missing link to growth
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Beyond Business: How Diageo is inspiring hope among Nigerian youths
At 21, Onyinye Faustina from Enugu State carries a burden far heavier than her age. She was at tender age read more Beyond Business: How Diageo is inspiring hope among Nigerian youths
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Rand Merchant Bank appointed lead issuing house for Paras Energy bond
Paras Energy and Natural Resources Development Limited, through its funding vehicle, Paras Energy Funding SPV PLC, has announced the successful read more Rand Merchant Bank appointed lead issuing house for Paras Energy bond
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Top 10 ways people are actually using AI at work in 2026
For years, discussions about artificial intelligence in the workplace have focused largely on automation. Many expected AI to spend most read more Top 10 ways people are actually using AI at work in 2026
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Fees cut opens UK degree path for Nigerian students
Nigerian students seeking a UK university education could now benefit from lower tuition costs, following a decision by a British read more Fees cut opens UK degree path for Nigerian students
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NiDCOM monitors Belfast unrest, urges Nigerians to remain peaceful, law abiding
The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has said it is closely monitoring developments in Belfast, Northern Ireland, following reports of read more NiDCOM monitors Belfast unrest, urges Nigerians to remain peaceful, law abiding
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