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Nigeria needs to advanced technology, robust foreign intervention to curb insecurity – VC
Wahab Olasupo Egbewole, vice chancellor, University of Ilorin, has called on the United States of America government to support Nigeria read more Nigeria needs to advanced technology, robust foreign intervention to curb insecurity – VC
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Dogara mourns Sheikh Dahiru’s death at 102
Yakubu Dogara, former speaker, House of Representatives and chairman, National Credit Guarantee Company Limited (NCGC), has mourned the passing of read more Dogara mourns Sheikh Dahiru’s death at 102
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Alleged $6bn Mambila Fraud: “Obasanjo Promised to Testify When Need Arises” – Witness
SUNDAY SAMUEL—A Third Prosecution Witness, PW3, in the ongoing matter of former Minister of Power and Steel, Olu Agunloye, told Justice Jude Onwuegbuzie of the Federal High Court sitting in Apo, Abuja, that former President of Nigeria, Olusegun Obasanjo expressed his desire to make himself available to testify in any court or forum regarding the […] The post Alleged $6bn Mambila Fraud: “Obasanjo Promised to Testify When Need Arises” – Witness first appeared on Business Today NG.
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Who abandoned our children to Kebbi gunmen?
In the dead of night, gunmen stormed the dormitories of Government Girls’ Comprehensive Secondary School, Maga, in Kebbi State. Twenty-five read more Who abandoned our children to Kebbi gunmen?
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Gov Otu honours predecessors, lights up christmas tree to usher in yuletide season
Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu, on Sunday night honoured his predecessors as he switched on the 2025 Christmas read more Gov Otu honours predecessors, lights up christmas tree to usher in yuletide season
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Nigeria Featured for the Second Time in 2025 in the develoPPP Ventures Funding Programme – Catalysing Africa’s Next Wave of High-Growth Start-ups
After backing over 100+ start-ups across Africa, the develoPPP Ventures programme—commissioned by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and read more Nigeria Featured for the Second Time in 2025 in the develoPPP Ventures Funding Programme – Catalysing Africa’s Next Wave of High-Growth Start-ups
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Nigeria’s GDP Growth Hits 3.98% In Q3 2025
BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR-National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), on Monday said Gross Domestic Product grew by 3.98% (YoY) in real terms in Q3 2025, This growth rate according  to NBS is higher than the 3.86% recorded in Q3 2024. This is according to fresh data released by the NBS. The NBS reported wide-ranging progress, emphasizing improvements […] The post Nigeria’s GDP Growth Hits 3.98% In Q3 2025 first appeared on Business Today NG.
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Developer calls for mortgage reforms, says high land costs undermine affordable housing
Topsy Essien, managing director, BigHomes, has called on the Federal Government and the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) to tackle read more Developer calls for mortgage reforms, says high land costs undermine affordable housing
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Kano bans commercial motorcycle in key LGAs over rising insecurity
The Kano State Ministry of Justice has reaffirmed the enforcement of the Motorcycling and Related Matters (Regulations) Law 2013 (1434 read more Kano bans commercial motorcycle in key LGAs over rising insecurity
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Oborevwori’s wife reaches out to children with special needs, caregivers in Delta Central
….Appeals to parents and caregivers to stop hiding autism children Medical and educational support for children with special needs and read more Oborevwori’s wife reaches out to children with special needs, caregivers in Delta Central
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CPPE opposes senate proposal to raise excise duty on non-alcoholic beverages
…says proposed soft drink tax hike ‘economically disruptive’ …reduced government revenue due to declining consumption The Centre for the Promotion read more CPPE opposes senate proposal to raise excise duty on non-alcoholic beverages
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FCT Police Foiled Planned Attack , Neutralizes Notorious Bandits, Recovers Arms
BY SUNDAY SAMUEL—The FCT Police Command has successfully averted a planned large-scale attack on a community within the Territory, following credible intelligence and a coordinated tactical operation by the Command’s Anti-Kidnapping Unit. This breakthrough follows recent kidnapping incidents recorded in ACO Community, Gwagwalada, and Bwari, which prompted the Commissioner of Police, FCT Command, to direct […] The post FCT Police Foiled Planned Attack , Neutralizes Notorious Bandits, Recovers Arms first appeared on Business Today NG.
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Osun guber poll: I’ll be governor for everyone – Alabi
…submits nomination form Benedict Alabi, former Deputy Governor of Osun State, on Monday formally submitted his governorship Expression of Interest read more Osun guber poll: I’ll be governor for everyone – Alabi
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Police arrest 5 suspects for vandalizing jetty, marine equipment at Rivers Port
Men of the Eastern Ports Police Command have arrested five suspects allegedly involved in the vandalisation of the Port and read more Police arrest 5 suspects for vandalizing jetty, marine equipment at Rivers Port
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FG offers 50 oil, gas blocks in 2025 licensing round, targets $10bn in investments
The federal government has listed 50 oil and gas blocks across onshore, swamp/shallow water and offshore terrains spanning diverse basins, read more FG offers 50 oil, gas blocks in 2025 licensing round, targets $10bn in investments
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Tinubu may name terrorism financiers soon – Presidency
There are indications that President Bola Tinubu may soon name those behind terrorism financing in Nigeria. Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser read more Tinubu may name terrorism financiers soon – Presidency
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AI will not displace people from labour market – Babagana
Babagana Aminu is an education specialist with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), Lagos State. He spoke in an interview read more AI will not displace people from labour market – Babagana
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Osun State: Gov Adeleke Imposes 24-Hour Curfew On Igbajo
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How Rebecca Oke improves maternal, child health outcomes in Nigeria
Rebecca Oke is making significant impact in the Nigeria’s healthcare sector, particularly in maternal and child health. Her dedication to read more How Rebecca Oke improves maternal, child health outcomes in Nigeria
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World AIDS Day 2025: Overcoming Disruption, Transforming AIDS Response
BY PATIENCE OLAJIDE—Today, in the World Health Organization (WHO) is joining partners and communities around the globe to commemorate World AIDS Day 2025 under the theme “Overcoming disruption, transforming the AIDS response”. There are an estimated 40.8 million people living with HIV (PLHIV) around the world, 610 000 of whom live in the Eastern Mediterranean […] The post World AIDS Day 2025: Overcoming Disruption, Transforming AIDS Response first appeared on Business Today NG.
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Plateau confirms 1,910 new HIV cases in nine months
Plateau State has reported 1,910 new HIV-positive cases between January and September 2025 after screening 98,403 residents, according to Nicholas read more Plateau confirms 1,910 new HIV cases in nine months
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FCT Police foil planned community attack, kill three bandits in fierce gun battle
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has thwarted a planned attack on a community within the territory, following a read more FCT Police foil planned community attack, kill three bandits in fierce gun battle
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T+2 cycle: Nigeria meets investor expectations for speed, reliability
Nigeria has officially commenced the T+2 settlement cycle in its capital market. This transition which became effective on Friday, November read more T+2 cycle: Nigeria meets investor expectations for speed, reliability
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VarsityScape, USA launching Pad opens Silicon Valley access to African Universities
VarsityScape and USA Launching Pad have provided an opportunity for African universities to send students directly into Silicon Valley through read more VarsityScape, USA launching Pad opens Silicon Valley access to African Universities
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Outstanding Performance Earns Veritas Kapital 2025 PEARL Turnover Growth Award
BY NKECHI  NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—Ia remarkable display of corporate excellence, Veritas Kapital Assurance Plc has clinched the prestigious Turnover Growth Award at the 2025 PEARL Awards, a distinguished platform that celebrates outstanding performance among Nigeria’s quoted companies. Renowned for its transparent, data-driven evaluation process, the PEARL Awards assess organizations strictly on measurable financial performance, shareholder value creation, […] The post Outstanding Performance Earns Veritas Kapital 2025 PEARL Turnover Growth Award first appeared on Business Today NG.
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Jerry Gana @80: His Dedication to Nation Building, Democratic Consolidation Instructive – Information Minister
It is with great pleasure that I join family, friends, colleagues, and well-wishers across Nigeria and beyond in celebrating an exceptional statesman, scholar, and patriot, Professor Jerry Gana,on the occasion of his 80th birthday, and on the momentous launch of his new book, “Jerry Gana, Stewardship and Integrity” Professor Gana’s life story is one of […] The post Jerry Gana @80: His Dedication to Nation Building, Democratic Consolidation Instructive – Information Minister first appeared on Business Today NG.
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DICON targets 30 million ammunition rounds annually, gunpowder production in 2026
The Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON) has unveiled plans to produce 30 million rounds of ammunition annually and move read more DICON targets 30 million ammunition rounds annually, gunpowder production in 2026
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UNILAG land confab highlights urgency of inclusive urban growth
The University of Lagos on Tuesday opened the 3rd International Conference and Fair on Land and Development alongside the 7th read more UNILAG land confab highlights urgency of inclusive urban growth
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Again, bandits storm Eruku, kidnap one
While the 38 kidnapped, but now released worshippers of Christ Apostolic Church (CAC) Oke-Isegun in Eruku, Ekiti Local Government Area read more Again, bandits storm Eruku, kidnap one
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We’re expanding access to HIV prevention services in Ondo — Aiyedatiwa
Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State on Monday said his administration remains firmly committed to expanding access to HIV prevention read more We’re expanding access to HIV prevention services in Ondo — Aiyedatiwa
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Leadway Assurance Join Forces With AGRA, NADF, Verdure Climate To Strengthen Protection For Farmers
Leadway Assurance, one of Nigeria’s leading insurance providers, has once again reinforced its industry leadership, following partnership with Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA), the National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF), and Verdure Climate, to lead a national dialogue on identifying challenges and proffering actionable solutions on agricultural and climate risks in Nigeria. Held […] The post Leadway Assurance Join Forces With AGRA, NADF, Verdure Climate To Strengthen Protection For Farmers first appeared on Business Today NG.
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AI adoption to boost Nigeria’s oil and gas training sector – OGTAN
Daniel Thomas, Chairman, Lagos Zone of Oil and Gas Trainers Association of Nigeria (OGTAN), has said that the adoption of read more AI adoption to boost Nigeria’s oil and gas training sector – OGTAN
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NCF, Ford Foundation canvass policy on plastic-bag charges for climate financing
The Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF), in partnership with the Ford Foundation, has called on the Nigerian government to introduce clear read more NCF, Ford Foundation canvass policy on plastic-bag charges for climate financing
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Rapid digital innovation fuels Nigeria’s entertainment, media growth
Nigeria remains the fastest-growing Entertainment and Media (E&M) market in Africa – the growth is driven by rapid expansion in read more Rapid digital innovation fuels Nigeria’s entertainment, media growth
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TotalEnergies sells 40% stake in Nigeria offshore blocks to Chevron
TotalEnergies EP Nigeria has agreed to sell a 40% stake in two exploration licenses offshore Nigeria to Chevron Corp., marking read more TotalEnergies sells 40% stake in Nigeria offshore blocks to Chevron
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Africa’s Energy Transition: Who Really Controls the Continent’s Mineral Wealth?
Undoubtedly, Africa is endowed with abundant natural resources, ranging from agricultural to mineral. However, Africa’s resources have been the subject read more Africa’s Energy Transition: Who Really Controls the Continent’s Mineral Wealth?
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