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Troops Rescue Six Kidnap Victims in Kaduna’s Kajuru/Kujama Area
Troops of Sector 1 Operation FANSAN YAMMA (OPFY) have recorded another operational success with the rescue of six kidnapped victims in the Kajuru/Kujama general area of Kaduna State. The rescue operation was conducted on 5 January 2026 as part of a wider, coordinated series of operations across multiple axes within Chikun, Kajuru, Kachia and Kagarko […] The post Troops Rescue Six Kidnap Victims in Kaduna’s Kajuru/Kujama Area appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Tinubu Appoints Dr Olugbemisola Odusote as First Female Director-General of Nigerian Law School
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Dr Olugbemisola Titilayo Odusote as the director-general of the Nigerian Law School. The appointment takes effect on January 10, 2026, for a four-year term. Dr Odusote, 57, is currently the Deputy Director-General and Head of the Lagos Campus and will become the first woman to lead […] The post Tinubu Appoints Dr Olugbemisola Odusote as First Female Director-General of Nigerian Law School appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Somalia condemns Israel’s first official visit to Somaliland
Gideon Saar, Israel’s foreign minister, has held talks in Somaliland on his first visit to the breakaway region, days after read more Somalia condemns Israel’s first official visit to Somaliland
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Kemi Badenoch backs the United States action in Venezuela, citing childhood under military rule
Kemi Badenoch, a UK Conservatives leader, has said the United States military action that removed Nicolas Maduro from power in read more Kemi Badenoch backs the United States action in Venezuela, citing childhood under military rule
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Nigeria’s electricity companies’ incomes jump by 22% despite blackouts
The total revenue collected by Electricity Distribution Companies (DisCos) increased to N570.25 billion in the third quarter (July-September) of 2025, read more Nigeria’s electricity companies’ incomes jump by 22% despite blackouts
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Mbah tasks MDAs on meeting state’s N870bn IGR target
Governor of Enugu State, Peter Mbah, has tasked the various Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) of the State on meeting read more Mbah tasks MDAs on meeting state’s N870bn IGR target
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Tinubu appoints Odusote as first female DG, Nigerian Law School 
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Olugbemisola  Odusote as the Director-General of the Nigerian Law School, making her read more Tinubu appoints Odusote as first female DG, Nigerian Law School 
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Kian Smith To List Over N21bn Worth Of Gold Bars On Lagos Commodities and Future Exchange
Kian Smith FZE is set to list and trade over N21 billion worth of 1kg LBMA Gold Bars on the read more Kian Smith To List Over N21bn Worth Of Gold Bars On Lagos Commodities and Future Exchange
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Israel says christian protection plan for Nigeria will focus on intelligence sharing
Israel has moved to calm concerns in Nigeria after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said his government could help protect Christian read more Israel says christian protection plan for Nigeria will focus on intelligence sharing
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AFCON 2025: Algeria edge DR Congo to play Nigeria in quarter-finals
Algeria booked a quarter-final showdown with the Super Eagles of Nigeria after snatching a late extra-time winner to defeat DR read more AFCON 2025: Algeria edge DR Congo to play Nigeria in quarter-finals
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Naira posts best year in over a decade, up 7% in 2025
…hits all-time high of N1,419.06 in 13months after EFEMS The naira recorded its strongest annual performance in over a decade read more Naira posts best year in over a decade, up 7% in 2025
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We won’t repeat 2023 mistake on Fubara in 2027 – Wike
…assures on APC/PDP ‘Rainbow Coalition’ for Tinubu in Rivers  Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has put read more We won’t repeat 2023 mistake on Fubara in 2027 – Wike
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Nigeria’s entertainment and media revenues projected to reach $4.9bn in 2026 – report
Nigeria’s entertainment and media (E&M) industry is projected to generate revenues of $4.9 billion in 2026, up from $4.5 billion read more Nigeria’s entertainment and media revenues projected to reach $4.9bn in 2026 – report
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Three insurtech founders share their expectations for 2026 and the road ahead
African insurtech startups have raised more than $239 million in the last 10 years, according to Tracxn, a global startup read more Three insurtech founders share their expectations for 2026 and the road ahead
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Global tech stocks power strong 2026 start as AI rally continues
Global equity markets have started 2026 with significant momentum, especially those tied to artificial intelligence (AI) and data-center infrastructure, driven read more Global tech stocks power strong 2026 start as AI rally continues
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Xavi Hernández emerges leading candidate for Man United job
Manchester United have reportedly identified former Barcelona manager Xavi Hernández as their top target to succeed Ruben Amorim, who was read more Xavi Hernández emerges leading candidate for Man United job
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Education loan applications reach 1.33m as NELFUND disburses N161.9bn
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has disbursed a total of N161.97 billion to students across the country, benefiting more read more Education loan applications reach 1.33m as NELFUND disburses N161.9bn
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Gbenga Hashim Solidarity Movement strengthens Northern mobilisation, rallies support in Kaduna
The Gbenga Hashim Solidarity Movement has intensified its grassroots mobilisation in Northern Nigeria, with a renewed push in Kaduna State read more Gbenga Hashim Solidarity Movement strengthens Northern mobilisation, rallies support in Kaduna
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USA-Venezuela quagmire: Morass for sober reflection
Nigeria is deemed the giant of Africa. As such, it is expected that Nigeria’s president, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, should have read more USA-Venezuela quagmire: Morass for sober reflection
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IGP deploys Gumel, 17 commissioners of police to strategic commands, harps on professionalism
Kayode Egbetokun, Inspector-General of Police (IGP), has ordered the deployment of a newly promoted Deputy Inspector-General of Police (DIG) and read more IGP deploys Gumel, 17 commissioners of police to strategic commands, harps on professionalism
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Nigeria’s internet data usage surges to 13.2 million terabytes in 2025 – NCC
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has revealed that Nigeria’s internet data usage surged to approximately 13.2 million terabytes (TB) in read more Nigeria’s internet data usage surges to 13.2 million terabytes in 2025 – NCC
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Women entrepreneurs’ trade fair to hold in Kwara, targets 30,000 participants
Muslim women entrepreneurs, under the aegis of Muslimapreneur, on Tuesday announced that scores of Muslim women entrepreneurs in Kwara State read more Women entrepreneurs’ trade fair to hold in Kwara, targets 30,000 participants
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UN laments spate of attacks in Niger State, calls for protection of civilians, schools
Mohamed Malick Fall, the United Nations Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Nigeria, has called for stronger protection of civilians, civilian read more UN laments spate of attacks in Niger State, calls for protection of civilians, schools
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Nigerian Army opens applications for Direct Short Service Commission Course 29/2026
The Nigerian Army has announced the commencement of applications for the Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC) Course 29/2026, calling on read more Nigerian Army opens applications for Direct Short Service Commission Course 29/2026
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NELFUND disburses N161.9bn to over 864,000 students as applications hit 1.33 million
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has disbursed a total of N161.97 billion to students across the country, benefiting more read more NELFUND disburses N161.9bn to over 864,000 students as applications hit 1.33 million
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FAAN pledges operational excellence, sustainability with new integrated management system policy
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has reaffirmed its commitment to operational excellence, safety, quality service delivery and environmental read more FAAN pledges operational excellence, sustainability with new integrated management system policy
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Impostor meals’ allegations spark food safety concerns on Glovo
On a humid Lagos morning, Adenike Ruth lay curled on her bed, too weak to stand, her body still reeling read more Impostor meals’ allegations spark food safety concerns on Glovo
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 KEDCO promotes 1,500 Staff, the largest promotion ever made by the company
Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO) has approved the promotion of 1,500 employees in what it described as the largest merit-based read more  KEDCO promotes 1,500 Staff, the largest promotion ever made by the company
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International travel hits 3-year high, domestic air traffic slumps by 13% since 2022
New data from the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has exposed a deepening divide in the country’s aviation sector. read more International travel hits 3-year high, domestic air traffic slumps by 13% since 2022
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LinkedIn users with content creation strategy, land more opportunities – Expert
…Job seekers who treat LinkedIn like a resume database are being quietly overlooked …Recruiters are sourcing talent the same way read more LinkedIn users with content creation strategy, land more opportunities – Expert
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Training youths in procurement, project management could create up to 130,000 jobs – NBS
A report by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) indicates that if 5 to 10 percent of unemployed young persons read more Training youths in procurement, project management could create up to 130,000 jobs – NBS
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Here are five shocks that may disrupt price stability in 2026 — PwC
Nigeria’s recent disinflation gains could come under renewed pressure in 2026 as a combination of domestic and external shocks threatens read more Here are five shocks that may disrupt price stability in 2026 — PwC
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Badaru denies defection rumour, reaffirms loyalty to APC
Mohammed Badaru, former minister of Defence, has dismissed reports suggesting he is set to defect to the African Democratic Congress read more Badaru denies defection rumour, reaffirms loyalty to APC
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US intervention in Venezuela: A bold move for energy security and global energy dynamics? Lessons for Africa
The recent dramatic US intervention in Venezuela’s political and energy landscape has triggered seismic debates on global energy security, geopolitical read more US intervention in Venezuela: A bold move for energy security and global energy dynamics? Lessons for Africa
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Tension in Kano as Kwankwaso, Kano gov clash over support for Tinubu
…Gov Yusuf’s defection to APC doesn’t guarantee victory in 2027 – Analyst  Political tension has heightened in Kano State following read more Tension in Kano as Kwankwaso, Kano gov clash over support for Tinubu
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Nigerian box office hit historic N15.6bn in 2025 as Nollywood films get more views than Hollywood for first time
Nigeria’s cinema industry recorded its strongest performance ever in 2025, with a total box office gross of N15.6 billion (approximately read more Nigerian box office hit historic N15.6bn in 2025 as Nollywood films get more views than Hollywood for first time
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