Being a ‘human’ brand involves being approachable and relatable in an industry dominated by corporate jargon and robotic interactions. It’s about creating real connections with your audience by speaking their language, addressing their needs, and showcasing the people and values behind your business. When an enterprise feels human, customers engage with its content and are […] read more The importance of building a human brand in a digital world

Nigeria’s economic future hinges on a decisive shift toward the real sector, with stronger coordination between government, financiers and industry players, according to Ayodele Abioye, managing director of BUA Foods Plc. Speaking at the Industry Summit 2026 in Lagos, Abioye said growth driven by consumption and financial flows alone would be insufficient to sustain Africa’s […] read more BUA Foods’ MD says Nigeria’s growth depends on real sector shift

Nigeria’s U-20 women’s national team, the Falconets, have intensified preparations ahead of their decisive first-leg encounter against Malawi in the final qualifying round for the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup. Head coach Moses Aduku expressed strong confidence in his squad’s readiness, revealing that all players are fit and fully focused on the task. Read Also: […] read more U-20 Women’s World Cup: Falconets step up preparations for Malawi clash

I recently returned from the burial ceremony of my favourite aunty and I am yet to recover from everything that happened. If I had not witnessed it myself, I would have dismissed it as fiction. My aunt, Magdalene, was the youngest and only surviving sister of my late mother. As the only two daughters of […] read more The Last Wish

Nigerian Breweries Plc said it has returned to a cash-positive position and sharply cut debt following a recent capital raise, giving the company room to temper price increases and navigate mounting economic risks in 2026. Thibaut Boidin, chief executive officer, said the brewer has strengthened its balance sheet after reducing borrowings from about N200 billion […] read more Nigerian Breweries turns cash-positive, braces for inflation, FX risks

THE RED LINE (2026) If you enjoy Thai thriller movies then you might want to check this movie out. This movie was okay but I felt like it was too slow and there were some decisions that could have been carried out differently. I didn’t see it as smart moves but anyway people are enjoying […] read more Netflix Reviews: The Red Line

…Says telecom operators responsible for service interruptions The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has denied reports claiming it banned airtime borrowing and data advance services in Nigeria, clarifying that no such directive was issued to telecom operators. In a statement on Friday signed by its Director of Corporate Affairs, Ondaje Ijagwu, the Commission […] read more FCCPC denies banning airtime borrowing from will

Edwin Okon, Chairman, Cross River State Internal Revenue Service (CRIRS), has said that the Bakassi Deep Seaport will generate N40 billion monthly when fully operational. He said efforts had been intensified to unlock a maritime-driven economic boom as the Government in Calabar convened a high-level Sensitisation Forum to galvanise stakeholder support for the Bakassi Deep […] read more Cross River to earn N40bn monthly from Bakassi Deep Seaport – CSRS

…As alumni move to verify account for fundraising to rescue victim Abductors of John Arum, the University of Jos graduate, have released a second video showing him held at gunpoint in Zamfara State. In the footage, the armed kidnappers issued a direct death threat, warning that Arum will be killed if their demands are not […] read more Kidnappers release second torture video of UniJos ex-student

Troops of Operation Enduring Peace have intercepted a significant cache of ammunition and suspected Improvised Explosive Device (IED) components along the Manchok–Jos highway in Kaduna State. The military described the seizure as a major disruption to a logistics channel used by terrorist elements operating within the region. Polycarp Oteh, Media Information Officer for the Joint […] read more Military intercepts terrorist logistics channel in Kaduna

Nigeria rarely moves toward danger in one dramatic leap. More often, it drifts. The signs arrive early, but because they come wrapped in familiarity, we learn to live with them. We call them politics. We call them strategy. We call them how things are done. By the time their cumulative effect becomes undeniable, the damage […] read more Ethnicity, Religiosity, and Agborocracy: The Dangers Ahead for Nigeria by 2027

Education continues to serve as a key benchmark of national development, as global economies place increasing value on knowledge and skills. In its 2026 assessment, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development highlighted the world’s most educated countries, pointing to strong higher education access and sustained investment in learning. Data referenced by The Times of […] read more The 10 most educated countries in the world in 2026

Businesses are increasingly rethinking how they build and manage online communities as concerns around risk, control, and long-term value reshape digital strategy. While public platforms continue to offer reach and visibility, a growing number of organisations are shifting toward private, controlled environments that better align with internal policies and company culture. This transition reflects a […] read more Eight ways to build an online community around your brand 

Heliconia Park Hotel is expanding its footprint in Lagos with the launch of Oasis Gourmet Restaurant and Pool Bar, a concept that reflects its evolving approach to hospitality. Moving beyond accommodation, the brand is creating a more layered experience centred on comfort, quality, and thoughtful design. Led by Pasquale Fiore, Managing Director and CEO, Heliconia […] read more How Heliconia Park is offering hospitality beyond accommodation with leap into Lagos’ fine dining

…detains three over score falsification The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has released the first batch of results for candidates who sat the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) on Thursday. Candidates can check their results by sending “UTMERESULT” via SMS to 55019 or 66019 using the same phone number used during registration. The […] read more UTME 2026: JAMB releases first batch of results

In a fast-evolving consumer market, even the most recognisable brands must periodically reinvent themselves to remain relevant. For Nigerbev Limited, the producers of the BEST spirits portfolio, that reinvention has come in the form of a comprehensive packaging refresh designed to make the brand more contemporary, more recognisable, and more competitive on modern retail shelves. […] read more A new look for BEST: Repackaging a familiar favourite for today’s consumer

George Asamani, Managing Director, Project Management Institute, Sub-Saharan Africa, has stated that volunteering is one of the most effective ways to build capability, credibility, and leadership. In a statement made available to the media, Asamani said, “Volunteering is often framed as an act of goodwill rather than a pathway to professional growth. This view misses […] read more Why volunteering might be Africa’s most underrated career accelerator, says George Asamani

Bitget, largest Universal Exchange (UEX), has launched CFD Copy Trading, a new feature that allows users to copy experienced traders and gain exposure to forex, commodities like gold and oil, and global indices, all directly from the Bitget platform. This launch, according to a statment comes after strong growth in Bitget’s CFD business, which recently […] read more Bitget unveils CFD Copy Trading to bridge crypto and traditional markets

The Africa Social Impact Summit (ASIS) returns in 2026 convening global leaders, investors, policymakers, philanthropists, private sector leaders and innovators to finance transformative solutions with an ambitious agenda focused on accelerating sustainable development across Africa through stronger partnerships, innovative financing and bold leadership. Convened by the Sterling One Foundation in collaboration with the United Nations […] read more Africa Social Impact Summit 2026 targets next growth frontier

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When Chigozie and Bola were heading to Taipei in Taiwan recently for a business trip for the first time, part of their intention was to buy some second- hand products like clothes and some gadgets among other things for personal use and for families, believing the products will be cheaper in Taiwan. Heading from Bang […] read more Used products’ market common in Nigeria, rare in Taiwan – survey

As dawn settled softly over Lagos, Tiffany Amber welcomed a quietly powerful circle of women into its Ikoyi sanctuary — Tiffany Amber Gardens for the second edition of the Tiffany Amber Breakfast Club, an intimate gathering devoted not to spectacle, but to stillness. Conceived as a moment to close International Women’s Month, the morning unfolded […] read more Tiffany Amber Breakfast Club concludes International Women’s month with an ode to intentional living

Many young professionals in Lagos, look forward to the weekend for many reasons, ranging from wedding parties, hangouts with friends, beauty treatments, exhibitions, random parties or even afternoon naps. One other reason is the freedom of structured workwear…weekends comes with that freedom. Workwear is structured, predictable and often dictated by corporate culture even though professional […] read more The weekend wardrobe: How lagos professionals are dressing off-duty

The FIFA World Cup 2026 is fast approaching, with stadiums across North America putting the finishing touches in place to welcome fans to world-class venues. A total of 16 stadiums will host the tournament across the United States, Mexico and Canada. The venues are spread across 16 host cities, 11 in the United States, three […] read more Sixteen iconic stadiums to host FIFA 2026 World Cup

Representation counts women in the room; leadership ensures women shape what happens in the room. Or simply put, representation is presence; leadership is influence. I have been thinking about this distinction recently, through the ordinary moments — the everyday interactions where men and women simply share space in conversations. In those moments, when a woman […] read more Beyond the Room: Why representation is not the same as leadership

BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) announces the expansion of its trading hours from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (WAT), effective Monday, 27 April 2026, in a move designed to deepen market liquidity, enhance price discovery, and broaden investor access. Approved by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Nigeria, the expansion shifts the market opening […] The post NGX Expands Trading Window from 9:00 A.M. To 4:00 P.M appeared first on Business Today NG.

Airline operators in Nigeria (AON) have temporarily suspended their planned shutdown over increase in aviation fuel. The operators noted that while the suspension is temporary,  their next line of action depends on the outcome of a meeting with Festus Keyamo, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development,  scheduled for Wednesday. The Airline Operators of Nigeria  […] read more Airlines suspend planned shutdown of flight operations 

BY SUNDAY SAMUEL—The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has recorded a major enforcement milestone, securing 974 convictions for drug-related offences across Nigeria within the first quarter of 2026. The convictions, achieved between January and March, reflect an intensified nationwide crackdown on drug trafficking networks and their collaborators. No fewer than 974 offenders have been […] The post NDLEA Secures 974 Drug Convictions in Three Months as 11 Drug Kingpins Receive 254 Years’ Jail Term appeared first on Business Today NG.

Google’s artificial intelligence assistant, Gemini, is rapidly owning its place as one of the most widely used AI platforms globally, which highlights growth in users, performance, and enterprise adoption. Recent data from Bayelsa Watch show that Gemini has evolved far beyond its early days as Bard, becoming a deeply integrated AI system across Google’s ecosystem which include search, chrome, and mobile devices. By 2025, the platform had reached hundreds of millions of users, with estimates suggesting as many as 650 million monthly users on mobile alone. Around 42 percent of digital advertisements are supported by Gemini-generated content. This reflects growing adoption of AI-driven copy tools, helping brands scale campaigns faster and reduce content production costs significantly. The growth is also reflected in web traffic and engagement as Gemini now records over 1 billion monthly visits, with users spending several minutes per session, indicating rising reliance on the platform for tasks such as writing, coding, research, and content creation. Gemini-powered AI features embedded in Search such as AI Overviews serve billions of users monthly, demonstrating how AI is increasingly becoming invisible yet essential in everyday digital interactions. More than 1.5 million developers have used Gemini’s models to build tools and applications, while enterprises are leveraging the technology to boost productivity, with some reports estimating time savings of over 100 minutes per week for workers. Advanced versions such as Gemini 2.5 Pro have demonstrated major gains in coding and reasoning benchmarks, while lightweight variants like Gemini 2.5 Flash offer faster, more cost-efficient processing for real-time applications. Gemini are increasingly embedded into existing tools which makes usage less visible but more pervasive. read more Google Gemini’s adoption surge as AI adoption rise

… Formalises $500,000 to AFRITAC West 2 Washington || Nigeria has formalised a $500,000 contribution to the third phase of the African Regional Technical Assistance Centre West 2 (AFRITAC West 2), reinforcing its role as a key supporter of regional capacity development and policy strengthening across West Africa. The signing ceremony, held on the sidelines […] read more Nigeria steps up as regional anchor for policy capacity development

A crude oil position linked to Maser Group has come under financial pressure following the US-Iran ceasefire, which reversed the market conditions that originally supported the trade.The position, estimated at around $150 million, is held through an African subsidiary of Maser Group using the IBKR brokerage platform. It was built during a period of heightened […] read more US-Iran ceasefire puts pressure on Maser Group’s $150m Oil trade

Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) has announced the expansion of its trading hours from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (WAT), effective Monday April 27, 2026, in a move designed to deepen market liquidity, enhance price discovery, and broaden investor access. Approved by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Nigeria, the expansion shifts the market opening earlier […] read more NGX expands trading window from 9 am to 4 pm

At least 12 passengers have been abducted by the Islamic State of West African Province terriorists (ISWAP) along the Damaturu-Biu road on Thursday, a source said. This was contained in a statement issued by Samaila Ibrahim Kaigama, President of Borno South Youth Alliance (BOSYA), to journalists in Maiduguri on Friday.  According to him, the sad […] read more ISWAP kidnaps 12 passengers on Biu/ Damaturu road

Africa’s artificial intelligence wave is entering a more disciplined and commercially driven phase with companies shifting focus from experiment to measurable returns, according to a new report on the state of AI adoption across the continent. The report ‘From Hype to Hard ROI: The State of AI Adoption in Africa (2026)’ by CloudPlexo, reveals that […] read more GenAI adoption drops 24.6% on pullback from early-stage enthusiasm

Wars once took years to reshape the global economy. In 2026, it took just 50 days. What began as a military escalation involving the United States, Israel and Iran quickly evolved into a market shock that rippled across oil, shipping, inflation expectations and investor positioning. Brent crude surged from about $72 a barrel before the […] read more The 50 days that rewired oil, inflation and markets

Nigeria’s data protection regulator has commenced an investigation into the reported breach of the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) database, in a development that points to a more assertive enforcement approach under the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDP Act), 2023. The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), which invoked Section 46(3) of the Act, said the move […] read more NDPC probes CAC data breach, signals tighter enforcement