The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has appointed Abdu Maikaba as the head coach of the Nigeria U20 team, the Flying read more NFF names coaches for Flying Eagles, Golden Eaglets

Former Aviation Minister, Chief Femi Fani-Kayode, has disclosed that he personally requested for his redeployment to South Africa as ambassador-designate, read more Why I requested for redeployment to S/Africa — Fani-Kayode

The journey so far: Hitting the $1 Trillion Economy Milestone. Nigeria will not reach a $1 trillion economy on oil read more The Bedrock of Prosperity: Nigeria’s solid minerals industry as the catalyst for a $1 trillion economy (Q3 2026 – 2031)

…As Opay leads sponsors at event’s 8th edition Once again, managers and other hospitality executives across Africa are set to read more Hospitality managers set to dialogue at HMC Africa 2026

The U.S. imposed ​sanctions on Thursday on Iraq’s deputy oil minister and militias over ‌support for Iran, the Treasury Department read more US targets Iraq oil official and militias with sanctions for aiding Iran – Reuters

The Oyo State Police Command has arrested one suspect identified as Umaru Bokolo ‘M’, in connection with the abduction of read more Police arrest kidnappers, secure release of abducted farmer in Oyo

Ahead of 2027 general elections, more defections may hit political parties in the coming day as window of deadline provided read more Anxiety grows ahead 2027 polls as defection deadline draws near

On the outskirts of Dresden, a quiet hum rises from behind cleanroom walls where some of the world’s most advanced read more Germany’s “Silicon” Saxony $50bn export trade, offers lessons for Nigerian states

Lagos State has issued 14 new power plant licenses to independent power producers (IPPs), boldly pioneering Nigeria’s decentralised electricity framework read more Lagos bets big on electricity with 14 new licensed power plants

Rail ticket prices for fans travelling from New York City to the MetLife Stadium for the 2026 FIFA World Cup read more World Cup: Rail ticket prices slashed by 30% after fan backlash

Nigerian retail traders can now access more advanced market analysis tools on their phones, as Vantage Markets launches an upgraded read more New Vantage App Gives Nigerian Traders Better Charting Tools on Mobile

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) and the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) read more NAFDAC, FCCPC pledge stronger enforcement against unsafe products, unfair practices

Waidi Shaibu, chief of Army Staff, has disclosed that the Nigerian Army is deliberately investing in drone technology and other read more Army expands drone warfare capacity to boost counterterrorism operations

…says only seven states fully implement pension scheme despite existing laws The National Pension Commission (PenCom) has called for urgent read more PenCom seeks urgent action as millions of state workers face retirement uncertainty

The biographical film Michael has earned more than N300 million at the Nigerian box office in its first 10 days read more How Michael biopic became Hollywood’s highest opening weekend film without Filmhouse Cinemas

The African Development Bank (AfDB) Group has approved a $61 million financing package for the Development Bank of Nigeria aimed read more AfDB approves $61m package for Nigeria’s women-owned businesses

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…As D’banj pioneers model with CREAM Nigeria’s music industry generated N901 billion in revenue in 2024, with projections pointing toward read more Nigerian streamers bet on direct sales to end margin squeeze

Goodluck Jonathan, Nigeria’s former president and the only incumbent that lost a general election, is yet to cast his hat read more Ex-president Jonathan weighs return to power

The departure of Abu Dhabi ends more than five decades of membership and removes one of Organisation of the Petroleum read more UAE exit deepens OPEC’s fading pricing influence

Residents of gated housing estates across Lagos are confronting electricity bills that have more than doubled, and in some cases read more Poor grid supply forces estates into costly diesel dependence

…Experts sue for calm, warn that risk is still low The recent outbreak of hantavirus on a cruise ship sailing read more Fresh Hantavirus spread raises COVID-19 fears

As part of efforts to deepen regional collaboration and strengthen digital development across Central and West Africa, the Director-General of Cameroon’s Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (ART), Philemon Zoo Zame, has led a delegation on a working visit to the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) in Abuja. The team was welcomed by the Executive Vice Chairman and Chief […] The post Cameroon’s Telecom Regulator Visits NCC to Strengthen Regional Digital Cooperation appeared first on Business Today NG.

Carlo Ancelotti is set to receive a four-year contract extension as head coach of Brazil, keeping him in charge through read more Ancelotti set to stay as Brazil coach until 2030

Crystal Palace booked their place in a first-ever European final after completing an emphatic 5-2 aggregate victory over Shakhtar Donetsk read more Conference League: Crystal Palace defeat Shakhtar to reach historic final

Aston Villa secured a stunning 4-0 demolition of Nottingham Forest on Thursday night to book their place in the Europa read more Europa League: Aston Villa thrash Forest to reach first European final in 44 years

BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—The Senate has approved the 2026 Federal Capital Territory (FCT) budget of ₦2.2 trillion, allocating approximately ₦1.7 trillion, representing 76 per cent of the total expenditure, to infrastructural and developmental projects. The budget proposal passed its third reading during Thursday’s plenary after lawmakers reviewed and adopted the report of the Senate Committee on […] The post Senate Approves ₦2.2trn FCT 2026 Budget, Allocates 76% to Capital Projects appeared first on Business Today NG.

The Nigeria Police Force has recorded a major breakthrough in its sustained efforts against kidnapping and violent crimes with the arrest of eight suspected kidnappers following a coordinated security operation in Rukubi Community, Doma Local Government Area of Nasarawa State. The operation followed a distress report received in the early hours of 7th May 2026 […] The post Nigeria Police Force Arrests Eight Suspected Kidnappers in Nasarawa Security Operation appeared first on Business Today NG.

BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—The National Executive Council (NEC) of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), at its meeting held today in Awka, Anambra State, adopted a resolution cautioning the Honourable Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Mr. Nyesom Wike, against statements suggesting the sealing of bank premises or secretariats over internal political disputes within the Peoples Democratic […] The post NBA Faults Wike’s Comments on Sealing PDP Secretariats and Bank Accounts appeared first on Business Today NG.

BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—The National Executive Council (NEC) of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), at its meeting held on Thursday, 7 May 2026 in Awka, Anambra State, adopted a resolution strongly condemning the recent xenophobic attacks against Nigerians and other foreign nationals in the Republic of South Africa. NEC expressed grave concern over reports of harassment, […] The post NBA Condemns Xenophobic Attacks on Nigerians in South Africa appeared first on Business Today NG.

Tensions are reportedly escalating inside Real Madrid‘s dressing room ahead of Sunday’s decisive El Clásico clash against Barcelona, with growing read more Dressing room fights rock Real Madrid ahead of El Clásico

BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—Universal Insurance Plc has formally concluded arrangements for its proposed ₦3.2 billion Rights Issue. At the signing ceremony held in Lagos, the insurer executed the transaction documents for the proposed offer effectively concluding the preparation phase of the offer and paving the way for existing shareholders to participate in the capital raise ahead […] The post Universal Insurance Executes ₦3.2bn Rights Issue Documents Ahead of SEC Approval appeared first on Business Today NG.

Nigeria’s National Park Service and conservation group Africa Nature Investors Foundation have deployed 42 additional community rangers to strengthen security read more NPS, Foundation partner to deploy 42 rangers to secure Gashaka Gumti Park

The Nigerian Navy has intensified its crackdown on illegal petroleum activities with the seizure of about 1,800 litres of suspected read more Navy seizes 1,800 litres of illegal diesel in Lagos raid

The Niger State Emergency Management Agency (NSEMA) says a recent windstorm has damaged about 1,200 buildings across six Local Government read more Windstorm troubles Niger, destroys 1,200 houses

The 12th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards 2026 opened on Wednesday with Young Filmmakers Day, placing attention read more AMVCA 2026 opens with focus on young filmmakers, digital storytelling