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Reclaiming Nigeria’s music industry as a tool for cultural identity in the age of digital influence
Music has always been one of society’s most honest mirrors, reflecting its aspirations, contradictions, values, and tensions. In Nigeria, it read more Reclaiming Nigeria’s music industry as a tool for cultural identity in the age of digital influence
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Wema Bank emerges tops with nine gold medals 
With a tally of nine gold medals, Wema Bank clinched victories across various categories, including Table Tennis (Female Singles, Doubles, read more Wema Bank emerges tops with nine gold medals 
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How Nigeria can slash airfares, stop capital flight – Nwuba
Alexander Nwuba is currently the President of the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association, the 2nd Vice President of the Aviation read more How Nigeria can slash airfares, stop capital flight – Nwuba
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From vision to reality: CIAPS lauds FAAN MD on airport modernization drive
Olubunmi Kuku, the Managing Director of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), has been awarded the Centre for International read more From vision to reality: CIAPS lauds FAAN MD on airport modernization drive
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Nigerian passengers benefit as Delta’s Wi-Fi revolution hits 1,000th aircraft
…Brings personalised entertainment to every seat Delta Air Lines has achieved a major global milestone as it becomes the first read more Nigerian passengers benefit as Delta’s Wi-Fi revolution hits 1,000th aircraft
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Two buildings collapse in Morocco’s Fez city killing 22 people – Reuters
At least 22 people were killed and 16 others injured overnight when two adjacent buildings collapsed in Fez, one of read more Two buildings collapse in Morocco’s Fez city killing 22 people – Reuters
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Ghana’s economy grew 5.5% in third quarter of 2025 – Reuters
Ghana’s economy expanded by 5.5% year-on-year in the third quarter of 2025, driven by an improvement in the agriculture and read more Ghana’s economy grew 5.5% in third quarter of 2025 – Reuters
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Tinubu sets up ministerial ctte to resolve unpaid contractors
President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep displeasure over the backlog of unpaid funds owed to federal contractors across ministries and read more Tinubu sets up ministerial ctte to resolve unpaid contractors
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Ethiopian Airlines expands Middle East connectivity with new service to Jizan, Saudi Arabia
Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest carrier and one of the fastest-growing airline brands in the world, is proud to announce that read more Ethiopian Airlines expands Middle East connectivity with new service to Jizan, Saudi Arabia
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Police raid fake drug factory in Lagos, hunt for mastermind
The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command,  Olohundare Jimoh, has announced the successful discovery and shutdown of a large-scale fake read more Police raid fake drug factory in Lagos, hunt for mastermind
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ECOWAS to scrap air ticket taxes from January 2026 to cut airfare costs
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) says it will abolish air ticket taxes across all airports in the read more ECOWAS to scrap air ticket taxes from January 2026 to cut airfare costs
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Nigeria, France sign tax administration pact to drive digital reforms ahead of 2026 transition
The Federal Government has signed a landmark cooperation agreement with France to accelerate the digital transformation of Nigeria’s tax administration, read more Nigeria, France sign tax administration pact to drive digital reforms ahead of 2026 transition
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HelloPumpkins gets N2m Global Changemakers grant to scale STEAM learning
HelloPumpkins, a non-governmental organisation focused on expanding access to Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics (STEAM) education, has received a read more HelloPumpkins gets N2m Global Changemakers grant to scale STEAM learning
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Why economies fail when contract enforcement fails: The era of justice denial for the common man
The judiciary in Nigeria is no longer the hope of the everyday person Efficient contract enforcement is critical to the read more Why economies fail when contract enforcement fails: The era of justice denial for the common man
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State budgets, big ambitions: Are Nigeria’s governors finally getting serious about development?
The season of budget speeches has begun, and Nigeria’s governors are outdoing one another in a contest of trillion-naira ambition. read more State budgets, big ambitions: Are Nigeria’s governors finally getting serious about development?
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Talon’s lucky escape, the tragedy of renegade presidents, Omisore and the pang of politics
Since last Sunday, when the attempted coup d’etat was foiled in the Republic of Benin, many individuals and governments have read more Talon’s lucky escape, the tragedy of renegade presidents, Omisore and the pang of politics
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What Nigeria must learn from MTN
Let us begin with a number that speaks not of extraction, but of construction: ₦757.4 billion. That is what MTN read more What Nigeria must learn from MTN
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Digital-first or left behind: The imperative for Nigeria’s young innovators
Nigeria stands at a pivotal moment. With over 70 percent of our population under the age of 35, we are read more Digital-first or left behind: The imperative for Nigeria’s young innovators
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Why lawmakers must take a second look at the proposed excise amendment bill
In a period when Nigeria is working hard to stabilise its economy, strengthen investor confidence, and rebuild the manufacturing sector, read more Why lawmakers must take a second look at the proposed excise amendment bill
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Trust as a control: Preventing small leaks from becoming scandals — As we enter 2026
“One falsehood spoils a thousand truths.” — Ashanti Proverb, Ghana Trust is the quietest control system in any organisation — read more Trust as a control: Preventing small leaks from becoming scandals — As we enter 2026
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Land they work but can’t own: Story of Nigerian women farmers
For more than two decades, women in rural Benue State have farmed some of Nigeria’s most fertile land without owning read more Land they work but can’t own: Story of Nigerian women farmers
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Nigeria’s 300 AI startups train models abroad due to infrastructure gap
…100 MW AI data centre to cost $1.1bn-Findings Over 300 Nigerian AI startups are training large language models and running read more Nigeria’s 300 AI startups train models abroad due to infrastructure gap
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Lagos seeks private capital to fund ambitious transport policies
The Lagos State government has unveiled its transport policies designed to reduce the logistics pressure on roads and improve the read more Lagos seeks private capital to fund ambitious transport policies
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Coups: Sit-tight leaders, insecurity deepen W/ Africa’s democratic crisis
The resurgence of military coups across Africa is stirring deep concerns about the continent’s democratic stability, particularly in West Africa, read more Coups: Sit-tight leaders, insecurity deepen W/ Africa’s democratic crisis
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Unlocking Nigeria’s supply chains: The port-rail-water solution
Nigeria’s $60 billion logistics industry is falling under the weight of infrastructural gaps and investment misfires that stifle its contribution read more Unlocking Nigeria’s supply chains: The port-rail-water solution
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How AI tools are rewriting the story of public accountability in Nigeria
For years, Nigeria’s civic-tech community has worked hard to bring public finance data into the light. Anyone who has tried read more How AI tools are rewriting the story of public accountability in Nigeria
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Nigerian content creators dominate TikTok Awards for Sub-Saharan Africa
Nigerian creators won six out of ten categories at the 2025 TikTok Awards Sub-Saharan Africa held on Tuesday night in read more Nigerian content creators dominate TikTok Awards for Sub-Saharan Africa
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BOI, NCGC launch N10bn loan scheme to empower women-owned businesses
The Bank of Industry (BOI) and the National Credit Guarantee Company (NCGC) have launched a ₦10 billion loan scheme aimed read more BOI, NCGC launch N10bn loan scheme to empower women-owned businesses
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FG prioritises women in livestock transformation, says minister
Idi Mukhtar Maiha, minister of livestock development, says the federal government is placing women at the centre of Nigeria’s livestock read more FG prioritises women in livestock transformation, says minister
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MAN decry abuse of free trade zones, soaring production costs
The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has raised fresh concerns over the worsening state of the Basic Metal, Iron and read more MAN decry abuse of free trade zones, soaring production costs
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FG calls for coordinated action to curb transboundary livestock diseases
The Federal Government has urged West African countries to deepen regional cooperation to curb transboundary animal diseases, warning that recurring read more FG calls for coordinated action to curb transboundary livestock diseases
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EGM: Lasaco Assurance Gets Shareholders’ Nod To Boost Capital Base By N25bn
BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—Ahead of recapitalization deadline, Lasaco Assurance Plc shareholders have given the green light for the company to raise additional capital, increasing its shareholders funds by N25 billion through a combination of Private Placement and Rights Issue. The approval was given during an Extraordinary General Meeting held at Lasaco House in Lagos on Tuesday. […] The post EGM: Lasaco Assurance Gets Shareholders’ Nod To Boost Capital Base By N25bn first appeared on Business Today NG.
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Adeleke Wins Accord Governorship Primary, Pledges Strong Showing in 2026
Governor Ademola Adeleke has emerged as the governorship candidate of the Accord after the governorship primary held at Osogbo and observed by the electoral commission (INEC) and other observers. The governor scored 145 votes while five votes were voided. The governor who was the sole aspirant for the position accepted the nomination and asserted that […] The post Adeleke Wins Accord Governorship Primary, Pledges Strong Showing in 2026 first appeared on Business Today NG.
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BREAKING: Nigeria’s Defence Headquarters Orders Immediate Removal Of Non-Essential Roadblocks Nationwide
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) in Nigeria has ordered an immediate dismantling of non-essential static roadblocks and unauthorized checkpoints across key national highways, citing concerns about operational inefficiency and risks posed to both civilians and security personnel. The directive, issued through an internal communication dated December 5 and signed by Brigadier General A. Rabiu “for CDS”, […] The post BREAKING: Nigeria’s Defence Headquarters Orders Immediate Removal Of Non-Essential Roadblocks Nationwide first appeared on Business Today NG.
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Nigerian Ex-Aviation Minister Stella Oduah, Associate Arraigned In Court For Alleged N2.4billion Fraud
The Nigerian government on Wednesday arraigned former Minister of Aviation, Stella Oduah, alongside Gloria Odita, in an Abuja High Court over an alleged N2.4 billion fraud. The duo faces a five-count charge of alleged fraud, obtaining money by false pretence, and criminal breach of trust. According to the prosecution, the defendants allegedly conspired in January […] The post Nigerian Ex-Aviation Minister Stella Oduah, Associate Arraigned In Court For Alleged N2.4billion Fraud first appeared on Business Today NG.
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EFCC Probes 46 Bank Accounts Linked to Ex-AGF Malami
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has began an in-depth investigation into 46 bank accounts allegedly linked to former Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) Abubakar Malami, According to a source close to the former minister, he was invited for interrogation earlier on Monday but arrived later in the evening, prompting investigators to continue the […] The post EFCC Probes 46 Bank Accounts Linked to Ex-AGF Malami first appeared on Business Today NG.
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