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University Workers’ Unions Announce Strike as Negotiations Stall
The Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU) and the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) have announced an indefinite industrial action effective May 1, following a breakdown in talks with the Federal Government. In a letter dated April 30 and jointly signed by NASU General Secretary and SSANU President, Mohammed Ibrahim, […] The post University Workers’ Unions Announce Strike as Negotiations Stall appeared first on Business Today NG.
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INEC Receives New National Commissioner Jamila Manafa
NKECHI NAECJE-ESEZOBOR—The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has formally received a newly appointed National Commissioner, Rear Admiral Jamila Abubakar Sadiq Manafa (rtd.), MNI, OFR, following her swearing-in by the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, SAN, described the appointment as both timely and strategic, noting that it comes at […] The post INEC Receives New National Commissioner Jamila Manafa appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Iran will play at 2026 World Cup, says Infantino
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has reaffirmed that Iran will participate in the 2026 FIFA World Cup and play its scheduled read more Iran will play at 2026 World Cup, says Infantino
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Naira appreciates despite zero turnover
The naira strengthened slightly against the dollar in the official foreign exchange (FX) market on Thursday, despite zero turnover and read more Naira appreciates despite zero turnover
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Lafarge Africa Plc Posts N97.95bn Profit, Up 101% in Q1 2026
BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—The Board of Directors of Lafarge Africa Plc has reported a strong financial performance­ for the first quarter of 2026, with Profit After Tax (PAT) rising to N97.95 billion—representing a 101 per cent increase from N48.64 billion recorded in the corresponding period of 2025. The company also recorded significant growth in revenue, with […] The post Lafarge Africa Plc Posts N97.95bn Profit, Up 101% in Q1 2026 appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Ethnocentrique drives 10,000 jobs as fashion future program closes pilot phase
Ethnocentrique has successfully concluded the second edition of The Fashion Games, a two-day market activation marking the end of the read more Ethnocentrique drives 10,000 jobs as fashion future program closes pilot phase
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Niger to establish carbon market office, eyes climate action leadership
The Niger State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to establishing the Niger State Carbon Market Office (NSCMO) as part of read more Niger to establish carbon market office, eyes climate action leadership
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Mercedes-Benz files legal action against Osimhen over €90,000 car debt
German carmaker Mercedes-Benz has reportedly initiated legal action against Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen over an alleged unpaid leasing debt of read more Mercedes-Benz files legal action against Osimhen over €90,000 car debt
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DBN announces N8.5bn dividend, MSME lending reaches N1.4tn, jobs hit 1.6m
The Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN) Plc has announced a total dividend payout of N8.5 billion to shareholders, as the read more DBN announces N8.5bn dividend, MSME lending reaches N1.4tn, jobs hit 1.6m
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Sovereign Trust Insurance Concludes Structuring for N5bn Rights Issue Ahead of Market Expansion
BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—Sovereign Trust Insurance Plc has completed the structuring phase of its planned N5 billion Rights Issue, marking a significant step in its recapitalisation programme in line with the Nigerian Insurance Industry Recapitalisation Act (NIIRA). The company disclosed this at a signing ceremony involving all transaction parties held at its corporate head office in […] The post Sovereign Trust Insurance Concludes Structuring for N5bn Rights Issue Ahead of Market Expansion appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Glo commends Nigerian Workers on May Day
Globacom, a digital solutions powerhouse, has paid tribute to Nigerian workers, whose steadfast industry and enduring commitment continue to propel read more Glo commends Nigerian Workers on May Day
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Otu flags off FG’s YEIDEP registration in Cross River
Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State has flagged off a statewide registration drive for the Federal Government’s Youth Economic read more Otu flags off FG’s YEIDEP registration in Cross River
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Supreme Court ruling has resolved PDP factional disputes, party now united — Wike
Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), says the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) is now united and free read more Supreme Court ruling has resolved PDP factional disputes, party now united — Wike
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PDP convention crisis splits Supreme Court justices, apex court voids Ibadan congress
…Supreme Court orders retrial in ADC leadership dispute, faults status quo order The Supreme Court, in a 3–2 split decision read more PDP convention crisis splits Supreme Court justices, apex court voids Ibadan congress
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Champion Breweries revenue surges 69% as Bullet acquisition marks new growth phase
Champion Breweries Plc has opened the 2026 financial year with one of the most transformative quarters in its 52-year history, read more Champion Breweries revenue surges 69% as Bullet acquisition marks new growth phase
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Ogun State Police Command Arrest Two Suspected Cattle Rustlers, Recover Stolen Cow
Nigeria Police Force, Ogun Command Arrests Two Suspected Cattle Rustlers, Recovers Stolen Cow, Knife and Operational Vehicle Operatives of the SWAT unit of the Nigeria Police Force, Ogun State Command, have arrested two suspected cattle rustlers and recovered a stolen cow valued at ₦1,700,000, a knife, and an operational vehicle used in the commission of […] The post Ogun State Police Command Arrest Two Suspected Cattle Rustlers, Recover Stolen Cow appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Tinubu Nominates Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe as Minister of Power
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has nominated Mr Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe as Minister of Power, subject to confirmation by the Senate. The nomination has been transmitted to the Senate for screening and confirmation in accordance with the Constitution. The nomination follows the resignation of the former Minister, Adebayo Adelabu, who stepped down from office to pursue […] The post Tinubu Nominates Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe as Minister of Power appeared first on Business Today NG.
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APC Extends Deadline for Sale of Forms to May 4, Submission to May 5
The National Working Committee (NWC) of the All All Progressives Congress (APC) has approved an extension of the timelines for the sale of Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms, as well as the submission of completed forms for the 2027 general elections. The decision was reached at the NWC meeting held on Thursday at the […] The post APC Extends Deadline for Sale of Forms to May 4, Submission to May 5 appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Tinubu Names Rilwan Babalola Power Adviser, Sets Up Sector Reform Taskforce
BY NKECHI BAECHE-ESEZOBOR—President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, has appointed Mr Rilwan Lanre Babalola as Special Adviser to the President on Power and as Chairman of the Presidential Task Force on Power Sector Reset and Restoration. The President has also redesignated the Office of the Special Adviser (Energy) as the Special Adviser (Oil & Gas) to […] The post Tinubu Names Rilwan Babalola Power Adviser, Sets Up Sector Reform Taskforce appeared first on Business Today NG.
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NNPCL Completes River Niger Crossing on OB3 Gas Pipeline
The NNPC Gas Infrastructure Company (NGIC), a wholly owned subsidiary of NNPC Limited, has successfully completed the River Niger Crossing of the 130-kilometre Obiafu-Obrikom-Oben (OB3) Gas Pipeline, marking a major milestone in the expansion of Nigeria’s national gas transmission network. The successful crossing unlocks the full potential of the OB3 Pipeline, a strategic infrastructure designed […] The post NNPCL Completes River Niger Crossing on OB3 Gas Pipeline appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Photo News: Faces at the 2026 NIA Awards & Recognition in Lagos
From left: Ekerete Ola Gam-Ikon, Deputy Commissioner for Insurance (Finance & Administration) at the National Insurance Commission (NAICOM); Deputy Chairman of NIA,/ Managing Director/CE of Rex Insurance Limited, Ebelechukwu Nwachukwu and Chairman Nigerian Insurers Association, Kunle Ahmed and Deputy Chairman of NIA,/ Managing Director/CE of Rex Insurance Limited, Ebelechukwu Nwachukwu  at the event held today […] The post Photo News: Faces at the 2026 NIA Awards & Recognition in Lagos appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Ikeja Electric marks World Malaria Day with community health outreach
Ikeja Electric has reaffirmed its commitment to community health and wellbeing with targeted Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) interventions in Abule-Egba read more Ikeja Electric marks World Malaria Day with community health outreach
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Tinubu appoints Rilwan Babalola as special adviser on power
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Rilwan Lanre Babalola as Special Adviser to the President on Power and as Chairman of read more Tinubu appoints Rilwan Babalola as special adviser on power
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Supreme Court returns ADC suit to trial court, sets aside status quo Ante Bellum order
The Supreme Court on Thursday directed parties involved in the leadership dispute within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to return read more Supreme Court returns ADC suit to trial court, sets aside status quo Ante Bellum order
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APC extends sale of nomination forms to May 4
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has extended the sale of its expression of interest and nomination forms for the 2027 read more APC extends sale of nomination forms to May 4
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PRP officially welcomes Baba-Ahmed
The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) has formally welcomed former Labour Party vice-presidential candidate, Yusuf Baba-Ahmed, into its fold. The party read more PRP officially welcomes Baba-Ahmed
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Supreme Court Judgment: No victor, no vanquished; Let’s unite – Enugu PDP chair
Chairman of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Enugu State chapter, Vitus Okechi, has called on the party faithful to unite read more Supreme Court Judgment: No victor, no vanquished; Let’s unite – Enugu PDP chair
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Jandor withdraws from Lagos governorship race, cites Tinubu’s endorsement of Hamzat
Abdul-Azeez Adediran popularly known as Jandor a leading Lagos State Governorship aspirant, has announced his withdrawal from the race citing read more Jandor withdraws from Lagos governorship race, cites Tinubu’s endorsement of Hamzat
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Next steps for MTN’s Nigeria’s N152bn MoMo spin-off, following shareholder approval
At its Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on April 30, 2026, MTN Nigeria secured shareholder approval for one of its read more Next steps for MTN’s Nigeria’s N152bn MoMo spin-off, following shareholder approval
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GTCO reports Q1 profit before tax of N302.9bn
Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (GTCO) has released its Unaudited Consolidated and Separate Financial Statements as of March 31, 2026, read more GTCO reports Q1 profit before tax of N302.9bn
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From pant to pixel: Memeotics and pantomime of governance
Words matter. Images matter even more. But in the accelerated republic of WhatsApp, Facebook, and TikTok, what ultimately governs perception read more From pant to pixel: Memeotics and pantomime of governance
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TheNiche Lecture: Alex Otti delivers the home truth on Nigeria’s economy
Aptly described as “brilliant, bold and thematically relevant”, by some of the excited attendees was the 2026 TheNiche Lecture titled: read more TheNiche Lecture: Alex Otti delivers the home truth on Nigeria’s economy
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Cutix PLC rewards highly performed distributors with car, other items, certificates
Cutix PLC, one of Nigeria’s foremost cable manufacturers, has rewarded its 2024 highly performed distributors with car, fridges, generating sets read more Cutix PLC rewards highly performed distributors with car, other items, certificates
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Why Africa’s supply chains are broken – Mbanefo
At 30, Godwin Obiora Mbanefo is trying to solve a problem most businesses in Nigeria have learned to live with: read more Why Africa’s supply chains are broken – Mbanefo
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AREWA24 files N10 b defamation suit against NBMOA, others
AREWA24, Hausa language family entertainment, lifestyle television network and production studio in Nigeria and across West Africa, says in a read more AREWA24 files N10 b defamation suit against NBMOA, others
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Jandor withdraws from Lagos guber race, backs party consensus
A Lagos State governorship aspirant, Olajide Adediran, popularly known as Jandor, has announced his withdrawal from the 2027 gubernatorial race read more Jandor withdraws from Lagos guber race, backs party consensus
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