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Firms partner to boost Nigeria’s creative economy
The WINGS Office Complex, one of Lagos’ distinctive business and lifestyle destinations on Ozumba Mbadiwe Avenue, Victoria Island, is supporting read more Firms partner to boost Nigeria’s creative economy
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Nigeria’s youth drug abuse crisis and the awakening of a Zombie Apocalypse
When the phrase “zombie apocalypse” first entered popular culture in the late 20th Century, it functioned primarily as a chilling metaphor read more Nigeria’s youth drug abuse crisis and the awakening of a Zombie Apocalypse
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Oyo govt flags off waste segregation, distributes bins to MDAs
… As agency resolves noise pollution case in Okeho The Oyo State Government has flagged off the first phase of read more Oyo govt flags off waste segregation, distributes bins to MDAs
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INEC begins process to restore suppressed Benue constituencies
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Benue State has commenced technical processes towards the restoration of previously suppressed State constituencies read more INEC begins process to restore suppressed Benue constituencies
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South Africa hit by xenophobia seeks to host 2028 Afcon soccer contest
Sport, arts and culture minister Gayton McKenzie says South Africa is working on a 2028 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) read more South Africa hit by xenophobia seeks to host 2028 Afcon soccer contest
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INEC resumes final CVR phase Monday 11th May 
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the resumption of the third and final phase of the nationwide CVR exercise. read more INEC resumes final CVR phase Monday 11th May 
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Oil price fall quickens as both US and Iran pull back from war escalation
Oil prices have plunged Wednesday as Global Markets welcome signs of de-escalation between the U.S. and Iran. Oil price began read more Oil price fall quickens as both US and Iran pull back from war escalation
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How Adedayo’s locally-built credit infrastructure, rides MTN to global scale
GWCU, a financial infrastructure provider specialising in credit underwriting, digital lending systems, and embedded finance, has signed a commercial partnership read more How Adedayo’s locally-built credit infrastructure, rides MTN to global scale
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China opens door wider to Nigerian exports with zero tariff policy rollout
Nigeria is set to gain expanded access to the Chinese market as the Asian economic giant rolls out a zero-tariff read more China opens door wider to Nigerian exports with zero tariff policy rollout
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‘We want rewards for cost discipline in Nigeria, not handouts’- ExxonMobil Nigeria’s chief
Jagir Baxi, chairman and managing director of Esso Exploration and Production Nigeria Limited, an affiliate of ExxonMobil, sat down with read more ‘We want rewards for cost discipline in Nigeria, not handouts’- ExxonMobil Nigeria’s chief
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Just In: NUC bans ‘Dr’ prefix for honorary degree holders
BY  JAMES  UDOH—The National Universities Commission (NUC) has introduced fresh regulations governing how honorary degrees are granted in Nigerian universities, including a prohibition on awardees adopting the “Dr.” prefix. According to the commission, this step is intended to address the excessive and careless distribution of such honors while safeguarding the credibility of academic titles. Under […] The post Just In: NUC bans ‘Dr’ prefix for honorary degree holders appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Hollywood titles dominate Nigerian box office as Michael leads weekend chart
Hollywood films led the Nigerian box office for the weekend of May 1st to May 3rd, taking the top two read more Hollywood titles dominate Nigerian box office as Michael leads weekend chart
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Here are the 10 biggest economies in Africa for 2026
Africa’s economic landscape is shifting, but not in a single direction. While commodity exporters continue to benefit from global demand read more Here are the 10 biggest economies in Africa for 2026
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MTN Nigeria’s data juggernaut: Analysts optimism
MTN Nigeria Communications Plc has delivered a spectacular start to 2026, posting a pre-tax profit of N546.42 billion in the read more MTN Nigeria’s data juggernaut: Analysts optimism
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Oil plunges nearly 10% as US-Iran deal hopes deepen, markets rally
Oil prices extended sharp decline on Wednesday as markets reacted to growing signs of de-escalation between the United States and read more Oil plunges nearly 10% as US-Iran deal hopes deepen, markets rally
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Tech-driven learning key to Nigeria’s human capital growth — Alausa
… as Katsina State smart school commissioned Tunji Alausa, minister of education, has underscored the importance of technology-driven learning in read more Tech-driven learning key to Nigeria’s human capital growth — Alausa
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Breaking: Deadly Night Assault on Chad Military Base Leaves 23 Troops Dead
BY SUNDAY SAMUEL —Chad’s army has announced that militants from Boko Haram attacked a military base in the country’s west, killing at least 23 soldiers and wounding 26. According to statement, the army said it repelled the assault, which occurred overnight in the Lake Chad region, adding that clearance operations are ongoing. The region has […] The post Breaking: Deadly Night Assault on Chad Military Base Leaves 23 Troops Dead appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Police confirm killing of minor, four others in latest Plateau night attack
The Plateau State Police Command has confirmed that gunmen killed five persons in Nding Susut community, Fan District of Barkin read more Police confirm killing of minor, four others in latest Plateau night attack
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PDP crisis deepens as Wike alleges fraud, dares Turaki led faction to open secretariat
The internal crisis within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) escalated on Wednesday as Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital read more PDP crisis deepens as Wike alleges fraud, dares Turaki led faction to open secretariat
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Dangote refinery raises petrol price again to N1,350/litre
…12th adjustments in five months The Dangote Refinery has again adjusted its Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) price by N75 to read more Dangote refinery raises petrol price again to N1,350/litre
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SSANU, NASU give May 11 date to suspend strike
The leadership of Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) and Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU), read more SSANU, NASU give May 11 date to suspend strike
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World Cup: Broadcast uncertainty clouds Asia over timing, pricing concerns
Several Asian football countries, including China, India, Malaysia and Thailand, are yet to secure broadcast rights for the 2026 FIFA read more World Cup: Broadcast uncertainty clouds Asia over timing, pricing concerns
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Wike seeks EU partnership on infrastructure, security, investment in FCT
Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has called for stronger investment and development partnerships between the Federal read more Wike seeks EU partnership on infrastructure, security, investment in FCT
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OMO, T-bills maturities to drive N10.53trn liquidity inflows in May
Liquidity inflows into Nigeria’s financial system are projected to rise sharply in May 2026, driven mainly by higher maturities from read more OMO, T-bills maturities to drive N10.53trn liquidity inflows in May
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African HR software gap drives our expansion push, CEO says
Nigerian companies are still running complex payroll and workforce systems on foreign-built software that fails to match local realities, creating read more African HR software gap drives our expansion push, CEO says
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Driving structure, transparency and growth in Nigeria’s real estate sector – A conversation with Amaka Udeh
As Nigeria’s real estate sector continues to evolve, persistent concerns around transparency, documentation, and investor confidence remain central to industry read more Driving structure, transparency and growth in Nigeria’s real estate sector – A conversation with Amaka Udeh
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Zenith Bank Appoints Engr. Mustafa Bello As Chairman At Annual General Meeting
Zenith Bank Plc has announced the appointment of Engr. Mustafa Bello as the Chairman of its Board of Directors. The read more Zenith Bank Appoints Engr. Mustafa Bello As Chairman At Annual General Meeting
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Infantino defends N15m World Cup final ticket amid criticism
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has defended ticket prices for the FIFA 2026 World Cup, citing the unique dynamics of the read more Infantino defends N15m World Cup final ticket amid criticism
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Nigeria condemns threats against citizens in South Africa
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has condemned reported threats against Nigerians and other foreign nationals in South Africa. The ministry read more Nigeria condemns threats against citizens in South Africa
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Nigeria, Ghana strengthen ties against drug trafficking cartels
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) of Ghana, have strengthened ties against drug read more Nigeria, Ghana strengthen ties against drug trafficking cartels
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GMYT Fashion Academy records milestone, admits 21 emerging entrepreneurs
GMYT Fashion Academy on Monday, May 4, 2026, inducted 21 budding entrepreneurs, marking another milestone in its drive to nurture read more GMYT Fashion Academy records milestone, admits 21 emerging entrepreneurs
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Navy intensifies crackdown on militants, destroys camps, seizes boats in Cross River
Personnel of the Nigerian Navy have stepped up operations against militant groups operating along the waterways of Cross River State, read more Navy intensifies crackdown on militants, destroys camps, seizes boats in Cross River
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IGP orders mandatory name tags for Police officers, clarifies position on state policing
Olatunji Disu, Inspector-General of Police, has directed all police personnel nationwide to wear visible name tags on their uniforms as read more IGP orders mandatory name tags for Police officers, clarifies position on state policing
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Sustainability reporting gains traction as SEC signals regulatory action
Sustainability reporting is gaining traction in Nigeria’s capital market, with the Securities and Exchange Commission Nigeria signalling plans to strengthen read more Sustainability reporting gains traction as SEC signals regulatory action
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Speaker warns of growing strain on democracy across ECOWAS region
Tajudeen Abbas, Speaker of Nigeria’s House of Representatives, has warned that democratic governance across West Africa is facing increasing pressure, read more Speaker warns of growing strain on democracy across ECOWAS region
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Nigeria’s debt binge prices businesses out of credit 
Nigeria’s fiscal outlook is facing scrutiny as rapid government borrowing and rising debt-service costs tighten public finances and constrain private-sector read more Nigeria’s debt binge prices businesses out of credit 
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