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JAMB Opens Registration for 2026 Direct Entry Candidates
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially announced the commencement of the 2026 Direct Entry (DE) registration. According to a statement posted on its official website on Monday, March 2, 2026, the sale of application documents began today and will close on Saturday, April 25, 2026. The statement reads: “2026 Direct Entry Registration: […] The post JAMB Opens Registration for 2026 Direct Entry Candidates appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Edo Police Arrest Four Suspects, Seize Weapons in Uhunmwonde LGA
BY SUNDAY SAMUEL—The Edo State Police Command has arrested four suspects and recovered two AK-47 rifles in a major operation aimed at restoring peace to the “Iselu Nahor” communities in Uhunmwonde Local Government Area. The intervention followed reports of communal clashes between the Ahor and Uselu communities, which had forced residents to abandon their homes. […] The post Edo Police Arrest Four Suspects, Seize Weapons in Uhunmwonde LGA appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Insurance Bonds to Play Key Role as NAICOM, BPP Seal Strategic MoU
The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) and the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP) have signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening insurance compliance within public procurement processes. Under the agreement, insurance bonds will play a central role in promoting transparency, protecting public assets, and supporting Nigeria’s broader economic transformation agenda. The partnership also […] The post Insurance Bonds to Play Key Role as NAICOM, BPP Seal Strategic MoU appeared first on Business Today NG.
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NGX Group Appoints Jumoke Olaniyan as Chief Strategy Officer
Nigerian Exchange Group Plc (NGX Group) has announced the appointment of Ms. Jumoke Olaniyan as Group Chief Strategy Officer, further strengthening its executive leadership as the Group advances its next phase of strategic growth, digital transformation, product innovation and market development. In her new role, Olaniyan will lead enterprise-wide strategy formulation and execution across NGX […] The post NGX Group Appoints Jumoke Olaniyan as Chief Strategy Officer appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Dangote Refinery raises petrol ex-depot price to N874 on crude rally
Dangote Petroleum Refinery has increased its Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) gantry price by N100, pushing the ex-depot rate to N874 read more Dangote Refinery raises petrol ex-depot price to N874 on crude rally
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FG Halts NNPC’s 60% Deductions from Profit Oil Under PSCs
The Federal Government on Monday stopped the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited’s 60 per cent deductions from profit oil under Production Sharing Contracts (PSCs), in a major move to strengthen oversight of petroleum revenues and boost remittances into the Federation Account. The decision was reached at the inaugural meeting of the Implementation Committee for […] The post FG Halts NNPC’s 60% Deductions from Profit Oil Under PSCs appeared first on Business Today NG.
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NELFUND extends student loan application portal amid surge in nationwide demand
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has approved an extension of its Student Loan Application Portal following a significant rise read more NELFUND extends student loan application portal amid surge in nationwide demand
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Nigerian Startup Reevar unveils platform to turn human expertise into Al-powered digital minds
Reevar, a newly launched technology platform, is redefining how professional expertise is accessed, distributed, and monetized in Nigeria and beyond. read more Nigerian Startup Reevar unveils platform to turn human expertise into Al-powered digital minds
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2026 Peace Day: Rotary District 9112 urges unity amid rising polarisation
Stakeholders at the 2026 World Understanding and Peace Day (WUPD) have called for deliberate action to bridge widening social, political read more 2026 Peace Day: Rotary District 9112 urges unity amid rising polarisation
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Nigerians back ARCON reforms as Elon Musk’s retweet sparks global debate
Nigerians from different walks of life have thrown their support behind the Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria’s (ARCON) directive that read more Nigerians back ARCON reforms as Elon Musk’s retweet sparks global debate
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Nigeria Police Council Clears Disu As IGP
The Nigeria Police Council on Monday unanimously ratified the appointment of Olatunji Rilwan Disu as the Inspector-General of Police, paving the way for his swearing-in by President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday. The ceremony will take place during the Federal Executive Council meeting, scheduled for the same day. The Council’s meeting, which took place at the […] The post Nigeria Police Council Clears Disu As IGP appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Two Killed as Troops Foil Terror Plot in Benue Community
Troops of Sector 1 under Operation WHIRL STROKE have neutralised two suspected terrorists and recovered an automatic firearm during a patrol in Benue State. The operation was carried out along the Katsina-Ala–Zaki Biam Road in Amafu, Iwer Local Government Area, as part of ongoing efforts to combat criminal and terrorist activities in the state. According […] The post Two Killed as Troops Foil Terror Plot in Benue Community appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Why capital discipline will define Nigeria’s next real estate cycle
Over the past year, something has been quietly taking place in the Nigerian real estate industry. It is not a crisis, nor is it another loud reset. The capital dynamics in real estate are quietly read more Why capital discipline will define Nigeria’s next real estate cycle
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Nigerian shippers brace for freight hikes as Middle East conflict rages
Nigerian businesses and maritime stakeholders are bracing for a period of intense economic turbulence as the escalating conflict in the read more Nigerian shippers brace for freight hikes as Middle East conflict rages
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Nigeria’s rural dead zones set to light up with Starlink phone coverage
Nigeria’s long-standing rural mobile dead zones are set to vanish as Airtel Africa rolls out Starlink’s Direct-to-Cell service this year, read more Nigeria’s rural dead zones set to light up with Starlink phone coverage
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Okpebholo backs power protest in Edo, vows to end BEDC monopoly 
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State, on Monday, joined protesting youths and residents at Ring Road in Benin City over read more Okpebholo backs power protest in Edo, vows to end BEDC monopoly 
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Lenovo unveils Qira Artificial Intelligence
Lenovo has unveiled a broad lineup of new AI-enabled products and innovations aimed at redefining how people interact with their read more Lenovo unveils Qira Artificial Intelligence
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Court stops Ondo APC state congress
Justice Toyin Adegoke of the Federal High Court, sitting in Akure has restrained the Ondo State chapter of the All read more Court stops Ondo APC state congress
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NGX Group appoints Olaniyan as Group Chief Strategy Officer
Nigerian Exchange Group Plc (NGX Group) has appointed Jumoke Olaniyan as Group Chief Strategy Officer, further strengthening its executive leadership read more NGX Group appoints Olaniyan as Group Chief Strategy Officer
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VFD Group raises N27.2bn following 100% oversubscription of series 1 Commercial Paper
VFD Group Plc has successfully raised N27.2 billion through its Series 1 Commercial Paper (CP) issuance under its N50 billion read more VFD Group raises N27.2bn following 100% oversubscription of series 1 Commercial Paper
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Data boom, 5G rollout lift telecoms to N18.5tn GDP mark in 2025
Nigeria’s telecommunications industry tightened its hold on the economy in 2025, posting a real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) contribution of read more Data boom, 5G rollout lift telecoms to N18.5tn GDP mark in 2025
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Nigeria’s net reserves surged nearly 9-fold to $34.8bn in just two years
Nigeria’s net external reserves surged by 772.18 percent in two years to $34.80 billion at the end of 2025 from read more Nigeria’s net reserves surged nearly 9-fold to $34.8bn in just two years
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Edun signals PIA review as Tinubu’s executive order 9 takes effect
The federal government’s push to tighten control over its petroleum revenues has kicked into gear as Wale Edun, minister of read more Edun signals PIA review as Tinubu’s executive order 9 takes effect
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‎Osun PDP structures back Adeleke as Reps’ members defect to Accord
‎The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Osun State, on Monday, declared total support for the re-election of Governor Ademola Adeleke read more ‎Osun PDP structures back Adeleke as Reps’ members defect to Accord
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Mutual Benefits boosts governance structure for enhanced compliance
Mutual Benefits Assurance Plc says it has undertaken a comprehensive review of its governance, reporting and compliance frameworks, leading to read more Mutual Benefits boosts governance structure for enhanced compliance
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Akwa Ibom boosts aviation growth with delivery of two airbuses
…announces commencement of international flights Akwa Ibom has concluded plans to take delivery of two new Airbus aircraft within the read more Akwa Ibom boosts aviation growth with delivery of two airbuses
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President of Botswana appoints Akinwole II Omoboriowo as Vice Chairman of Botswana Power Corporation’s Board of Directors
Botswana’s energy sector is set to gain a new strong voice with clear vision at its highest levels following the read more President of Botswana appoints Akinwole II Omoboriowo as Vice Chairman of Botswana Power Corporation’s Board of Directors
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Collaboration seen driving digital commerce innovation across Africa
Collaboration is emerging as the defining force behind the next phase of digital commerce growth across Africa, as banks, fintechs, read more Collaboration seen driving digital commerce innovation across Africa
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Collaboration seen driving digital commerce innovation across Africa
Collaboration is emerging as the defining force behind the next phase of digital commerce growth across Africa, as banks, fintechs, read more Collaboration seen driving digital commerce innovation across Africa
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Family debunks ICPC’s allegation of wiretapping equipment recovery from El-Rufai’s home
The family of Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai, former Kaduna State governor, has debunked the allegation by the Independent Corrupt Practices and read more Family debunks ICPC’s allegation of wiretapping equipment recovery from El-Rufai’s home
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Aradel, Dangote Cement, NGX Group power market’s N1.72trn gain
The Nigerian stock market has entered a fresh phase of bullish expansion, as a powerful combination of corporate heavyweights propel read more Aradel, Dangote Cement, NGX Group power market’s N1.72trn gain
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Economic impact of global violence hits $19.97 tr – security expert
… Says early conflict signs must be identified and checked The heightening insecurity across the world is increasingly becoming worrisome read more Economic impact of global violence hits $19.97 tr – security expert
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United Capital to pay N12.6bn final dividend as profit rises by 16.5%
United Capital, an investment banking firm, has proposed a final dividend payout of N12.6 billion for the full year ended read more United Capital to pay N12.6bn final dividend as profit rises by 16.5%
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Tinubu presides over meeting of Police Council, to confirm Disu as IGP
President Bola Tinubu on Monday, presided over the meeting of the Police Council. The Police Council meeting which was established read more Tinubu presides over meeting of Police Council, to confirm Disu as IGP
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ICPC says it recovered wiretapping devices from El-Rufai’s Abuja home
…seeks court backing for continued detention The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has told the High read more ICPC says it recovered wiretapping devices from El-Rufai’s Abuja home
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El-Rufai’s family dismisses ICPC allegations, denies discovery of phone-tapping equipment
The family of former Kaduna State governor, Nasir Ahmad El‑Rufai, has rejected allegations by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other read more El-Rufai’s family dismisses ICPC allegations, denies discovery of phone-tapping equipment
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