The Federal Government of Nigeria has achieved notable progress in implementing the African Continental Free Trade Areas (AfCFTA) in 2025, boosting trade integration and private sector participation across Africa, according to Dr Jumoke Oduwole, Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment. Oduwole in a statement on Nigeria’s AfCFTA implementation progress said that the AfCFTA remained central […] The post Nigeria Boosts Trade Integration, Private Sector Role Under AfCFTA in 2025 appeared first on Business Today NG.

Nigeria’s National Assembly has taken steps to address public concerns over alleged discrepancies in the Tax Acts, promising to make available certified copies of the bills signed by President Bola Tinubu. The Director of Information, Mr Bullah Bi-Allah, in a statement on Thursday said the Assembly has directed the Clerk to release the transmitted tax […] The post National Assembly Moves to Address Tax Acts Controversy appeared first on Business Today NG.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has reaffirmed its commitment to mobilising long-term capital to address Nigeria’s infrastructure and sectoral financing gaps, while streamlining regulatory frameworks to support sustainable economic growth. This was disclosed by the Director General of the SEC, Dr. Emomotimi Agama, in his New Year message delivered in Abuja on Thursday. He […] The post 2026: SEC Targets Long-Term Capital for Infrastructure Development — Agama appeared first on Business Today NG.

The President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has directed his lawyers to withdraw all ongoing defamation lawsuits against several individuals, saying he was moved by counsel of the Priest during a New Year Mass. Speaking at the Sacred Heart Parish in Uyo on Thursday, Akpabio said he had filed nearly nine lawsuits against individuals […] The post Akpabio Withdraws All Defamation Suits After Priest’s Sermon on New Year Day appeared first on Business Today NG.

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has played down comparisons with the late Rashidi Yekini, insisting his priority is to help read more AFCON: Victor Osimhen plays down Yekini comparisons

Nigeria’s industry, trade and investment sector recorded a mixed performance in 2025, as improved macroeconomic stability helped rebuild investor confidence read more Big targets, hard realities: Nigeria’s industry, trade and investment journey in 2025

Sudan made Africa Cup of Nations history by becoming the first team to qualify for the knockout stage without scoring read more AFCON: Sudan make history by reaching knockout stage without scoring a goal

The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, has been appointed as the new Chancellor of the Borno State-owned Kashim read more Borno state varsity names Ooni of Ife Chancellor

…says FG N30bn remains untouched in dedicated account The Oyo State Government, on Thursday, said that the N30 billion Federal read more Oyo spent N24.6bn from its resources on reconstruction, victims’ compensation – OYSG

Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel prime minister, says Israel is working on an agenda aimed at supporting embattled Christian communities in Nigeria. read more Israel working on plans to support Christians in Nigeria – Netanyahu

Elder statesman and former civilian governor of old Anambra State, Jim Nwobodo has hosted Enugu State Governor, Peter Mbah, and read more Nwobodo, Kalu, Mbah hold strategic talks on Igbo position in Nigeria

Barau Jibrin, the Deputy President of the Senate, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Senator Godiya Akwashiki, who read more Nasarawa Senator Akwashiki dies at 52, Barau mourns

The Nigeria Police Force has suspended the planned enforcement of its tinted glass permit policy following a court order, halting read more Police suspend tinted glass permit enforcement after court order

Idi Abbas, the Chief of Naval Staff (CNS), has assured residents of the Lake Chad region that the military is read more Navy steps up efforts to secure Lake Chad for fishing, trade

The Federal Government, through the Budget Office, has stressed the need for the implementation of the new tax laws, stating read more Implementation of tax reform critical to reducing reliance on borrowing, FG insists

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has said that it is prioritising the mobilisation of long-term capital to bridge Nigeria’s read more SEC to prioritise mobilisation of long term funds

The most critical signals about the health and vitality of Nigeria’s energy system have come from the response of capital read more Elumelu, Otedola and the quiet repricing of Nigeria’s energy market

The Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr. Aminu Maida, is set to participate as a panelist at the inaugural meeting of the Africa Chapter of the International Institute of Communications (IIC), scheduled for January 2026. According to a statement issued by the organising committee, the meeting will […] The post NCC CEO to Speak at Inaugural IIC Africa Chapter Cybersecurity Forum appeared first on Business Today NG.

The economic landscape of 2026 demands a shift in perspective, which means moving away from “lifestyle inflation” and towards high-yield, read more Financial experts reveals 17 ‘humble’ jobs making Nigerians rich

Africa heads into a busy election year in 2026, with 10 countries scheduled to hold national-level polls. These contests include read more 10 African elections that will shape 2026

Somaliland has rejected accusations that it agreed to host Israeli military facilities or resettle displaced Palestinians from Gaza in exchange read more Somaliland denies Gaza resettlement, Israeli base claims

Mali and Burkina Faso have announced reciprocal travel restrictions on United States nationals following Washington’s decision to impose a permanent read more Mali, Burkina Faso impose reciprocal travel restrictions on US nationals

The driver of the vehicle involved in the accident that claimed the lives of two associates of former heavyweight boxing read more Just In: Police arrest Anthony Joshua’s driver as investigation continues

Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa has directed security chiefs to arrest those responsible for the recent attacks in Ipele community, read more Aiyedatiwa directs security chiefs to arrest perpetrators of Ondo community attacks

Dozens of people are presumed dead and around 100 others injured after a fire tore through a packed New Year’s read more Deadly New Year’s eve fire kills dozens at Swiss ski resort party

Transgrid Enerco Limited says customers will see improved service delivery and new investment following its acquisition of a 60 per read more Transgrid Enerco pledges improved service after acquisition of 60% stake in Eko Disco

Gunmen on Wednesday night attacked Ipele community in Owo Local Government Area of Ondo State, setting the divisional police station read more Photos: Gunmen set ablaze Ondo Police station on New Year’s Eve

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has directed his lawyers to withdraw all defamation lawsuits he instituted against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan and read more Akpabio withdraws suits against Natasha Akpoti, others after New Year mass

Ola Ehimoro’s first eighteen months at the African Union Development Agency, AUDA-NEPAD, offer a powerful illustration of how operational leadership, read more Driving Operational Transformation at AUDA-NEPAD: Spotlight on Ola Ehimoro’s First 18 Months

Nigeria’s gas transition is increasingly being measured not by policy roadmaps but by infrastructure that is operating on the ground, read more Nigeria advances gas transition with operational pipelines, CNG facilities

Italian tactician Enzo Maresca has left his role as Chelsea manager after 18 months in charge, with the Blues sitting read more Enzo Maresca quits Chelsea after 18 months at Stamford Bridge

…as Police condemn attack on Divisional headquarters The Ondo State Police Command has condemned an attack on the Ipele Divisional read more Police station razed as 30 gunmen attack Ondo community

Properties worth millions of naira have been razed to the ground at Ikotun… as several shops and goods were destroyed read more Fire razes properties worth millions in Ikotun, Lagos market

At the start of each year, attention turns to what lies ahead for Africa’s digital infrastructure ecosystem. The outlook for read more Africa’s digital infrastructure enters execution phase as capital, policy to align in 2026

The Oyo State Road Traffic Management Authority (OYRTMA) has announced the full enforcement of a zero-tolerance policy against illegal parking read more Oyo enforces zero tolerance for illegal parking, warns of sanctions

Two-time heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua has been discharged from a hospital in Nigeria, days after a fatal road accident read more Anthony Joshua discharged from Lagos hospital after fatal Ogun crash