BY JUDE MADUEKE—President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved Nigeria’s proposal to host the 2026 CAF Awards and the 48th Confederation of African Football General Assembly, a major continental football event expected to bring together key stakeholders from across Africa. The approval was announced in a statement from the Nigeria Football Federation following a meeting between […] The post Tinubu Approves Nigeria’s Bid to Host 2026 CAF Awards and General Assembly appeared first on Business Today NG.

  The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has commended the Lagos State Electricity Regulatory Commission (LASERC) for recent consumer focused reforms aimed at stopping estimated billing within the Lagos electricity market. The Commission particularly welcomed LASERC’s position in the 2025 Lagos Electricity Market Report supporting the enforcement of existing legal provisions relating to […] The post FCCPC Backs Lagos Govt on Estimated Billing Enforcement Measures appeared first on Business Today NG.

The administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is currently in discussions with the World Bank over a new $1.25 billion credit facility as Nigeria’s overall public debt nears ₦161 trillion. Sources within government disclosed that the proposed funding is expected to support initiatives aimed at strengthening the economy, advancing fiscal reforms, improving the business environment, […] The post Nigeria Seeks New World Bank Loan as Public Debt Nears ₦161tn appeared first on Business Today NG.

…Laments Africa’s 2% share in global manufacturing value addition President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday, revealed that Nigeria will spend about read more Nigeria to spend $11.6b on debt servicing in 2026 – Tinubu

The Nasarawa State Police Command has confirmed the successful rescue and safe return of all students of Nasarawa State University who were abducted. According to a statement issued by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Ramhan Nansel, the achievement was made possible through the dedication, professionalism, and determination displayed by security operatives. The statement noted […] The post Police Rescue Abducted Nasarawa University Students Safe and Sound appeared first on Business Today NG.

…CAF wants Nigeria to host 2026 awards President Bola Tinubu, on Tuesday, in Kenya, called on global investors to take read more Tinubu unveils potentials of Nigeria’s blue economy to investors in Kenya

Nigerian entertainment scene has been plunged into sorrow following reports that Nollywood star Alexx Ekubo passed away on Monday at the age of 40 after reportedly fighting cancer for months. News of his death sparked widespread reactions online, as actors, musicians, media personalities, activists, and admirers expressed sadness and paid their respects to the late […] The post Nollywood Mourns as Alexx Ekubo Reportedly Dies at 40 appeared first on Business Today NG.

A Max Air Boeing 737-300 (registration 5N-DAB) en route from Abuja to Katsina was forced to execute an emergency return read more Max Air Abuja–Katsina flight aborts after mid-air ‘engine anomaly’

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has condemned reports alleging that governors of the All Progressives Congress (APC) diverted funds from read more ADC demands probe over alleged N800bn FAAC diversion

…Oshiomhole, Uzodinma, Kalu, Omo-Agege eye Akpabio’s seat …Zoning, ranking, Tinubu’s factor shaping calculations Although the inauguration of the 11th Senate read more Quiet battle for 11th senate presidency begins

BY NOECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—The National Identity Management Commission has introduced new digital customer support channels, including a Live Chat service on its official website and an official WhatsApp support line, as part of efforts to improve service delivery and accessibility for Nigerians and legal residents seeking assistance with National Identification Number (NIN) enquiries. The Commission said […] The post NIMC launches WhatsApp and live chat support channels appeared first on Business Today NG.

Following the killing of a young man near the gate of the University of Benin, the Edo State Special Security read more Edo security operatives raid cult hotspots, arrest 12 over UNIBEN killing

At least 72 people were reportedly killed after a military air strike struck Tumfa market in Zurmi Local Government Area read more Over 70 feared dead as bombs hit Zamfara market

Nigeria’s latest crude oil production data is contradicting the Federal Government’s recent assertion that output had risen to 1.84 million read more Nigeria’s 1.49m bpd output contradicts FG’s 1.84m bpd claim

…MAN says power infrastructure obsolete, needs overhauling Stakeholders across Northern Nigeria have challenged Joseph Tegbe, newly appointed Minister of Power read more Northern businesses seek end to electricity instability, unfair tariffs

Platform School, Baruwa, Ipaja, has emerged champions of the 2026 Ecobank National Schools Team Chess Championship after defeating Dayspring School. read more Platform School wins 2026 Ecobank National Chess Championship

BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—Transmission Company of Nigeria has confirmed an attempted robbery attack at its Ogbomosho Transmission Substation in the early hours of May 10, 2026. The company disclosed that armed intruders gained unauthorized access into the facility after scaling the perimeter fence near the entrance gate in an apparent attempt to breach the substation’s security. […] The post TCN foils attempted robbery attack at Ogbomosho substation appeared first on Business Today NG.

Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, on Tuesday declared that his administration has intensified efforts to combat deforestation and reposition the read more Ondo targets global cocoa export market, as Aiyedatiwa vows to combat deforestation

Nyesom Wike, Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has urged professional bodies to prioritise reforms and institutional development over persistent read more Wike to professional bodies: Shift focus from criticism to reforms

…meets CAF President Motsepe, others ​President Bola Tinubu joined other African leaders and global partners at the France-Africa summit on read more Tinubu, African leaders seek new economic order in Kenya

Stakeholders have called for a unified and harmonised tax framework as Nigeria deepens its ongoing fiscal reforms aimed at strengthening read more Stakeholders call for unified tax framework to drive Nigeria’s economic growth

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved Nigeria’s bid to host the Confederation of African Football’s 48th Ordinary General Assembly and read more Nigeria gets nod to host 2026 CAF Awards

BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—AIICO Insurance Plc has reported strong growth across its core business segments for the financial year ended December 31, 2025, with insurance revenue rising by 26.5 per cent to ₦137 billion from ₦108.4 billion recorded in 2024. The company’s audited financial results also showed that gross premiums written increased by 20.2 per cent […] The post AIICO Insurance Grows Gross Premiums to ₦191.7bn as Revenue Hits ₦137bn in 2025 appeared first on Business Today NG.

BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—Consolidated Hallmark Insurance Limited has paid over N5.3 billion in gross claims so far in 2026, reaffirming its unwavering commitment to prompt claims settlement and exceptional customer service delivery. The claims paid across various business portfolios represent 37.8% of the total N14 billion claims settled during the full 2025 financial year, reflecting the […] The post Consolidated Hallmark Pays N5.3bn claims in Four Months appeared first on Business Today NG.

ValueJet has announced the launch of two new routes as part of its continued commitment to expanding connectivity, enhancing passenger read more ValueJet expands connectivity with new Owerri–Abuja and Accra–Banjul routes

A Federal High Court in Abuja on Tuesday adjourned the tax evasion case instituted by the Federal Government against Binance read more Binance tax evasion case stalled as parties pursue out-of-court settlement

Cyril Ramaphosa, South Africa’s president is once again facing mounting political pressure after the country’s Constitutional Court revived an impeachment read more Why South Africa’s Ramaphosa is under renewed impeachment pressure over Phala Phala scandal

​It has been confirmed that all House of Assembly aspirants believed to be loyal to Siminalayi Fubara, Rivers State governor, read more Fubara loyalists screened out as Rivers APC clears 33 for House seats

The Lagos State Ministry of Health on Tuesday said it would rely on mandatory health insurance and stronger public-private partnerships read more Lagos targets N100bn health funding gap through mandatory insurance

The Football Federation of the Islamic Republic of Iran (FFIRI) has reportedly issued a list of 10 demands to FIFA read more Iran sets 10 demands for FIFA ahead of 2026 World Cup

African countries currently face an increased risk of Hantavirus exposure and delayed detection due to significant gaps in diagnostic... read more Africa risks Hantavirus outbreak – WHO, CDC warn

Nigeria’s security architecture was designed to protect lives, defend national stability, and enforce the law through multiple specialised agencies. However, read more Rivalry between Nigerian security agencies threatens national stability

Google has launched Research Program at the Intersection of Life Sciences & Quantum AI (REPLIQA), a $10 million initiative designed read more Google bets $10m on decoding life with Quantum AI

French and African investors committed a combined €23 billion ($27 billion) during the France-Africa Summit in Nairobi, marking one of read more Macron pivots to private sector partnerships in Africa with €23bn trade deal

….Oshiomhole wants heavier levies on super rich Kashim Shettima, Nigeria’s Vice President, has defended the Federal Government’s tax reforms, describing read more Tax reforms key to Nigeria’s economic survival, growth

…reiterates commitment to have LASU among the global top 10 universities Babajide Sanwo-Olu, governor of Lagos State, has expressed delight read more Sanwo-Olu celebrates LASU’s reign as Nigeria’s most sought-after university