The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has  acknowledged the judgment delivered on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, by the Federal High read more CBN reaffirms oversight, assures stability of Union Bank after court ruling

BY JANE OBIOMA ( ABJ)—Nigeria’s total capital importation rose to $6.44 billion in the fourth quarter of 2025, reflecting a 26.61% increase from $5.09 billion recorded in the same period of 2024. According to the latest report by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), inflows also grew by 7.13% compared to $6.01 billion in the […] The post Nigeria’s Capital Inflows Hit $6.44bn in Q4 2025 appeared first on Business Today NG.

The Attorney-General of the Federation, Lateef O. Fagbemi, has dismissed claims by the media office of Atiku Abubakar regarding the resolution of disputes surrounding the OPL 245 oil block, describing the assertions as misleading and inaccurate. In a statement, the Attorney-General said the recent settlement of the long-running OPL 245 dispute represents a “landmark achievement” […] The post FG Fires Back at Atiku Media Office Over OPL 245 Dispute, Defends Settlement appeared first on Business Today NG.

BY JANE OBIOMA-(ABUJA) —President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday departed Lagos for Abuja after marking the Eid-el-Fitri, following his historic state visit to the United Kingdom. His plane left the Presidential Wing of the Murtala Mohammed International Airport at 6.44 pm. President Tinubu returned to Nigeria from the United Kingdom in the early hours of Friday […] The post President Boa Tinubu Returns To Abuja appeared first on Business Today NG.

BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), has said  the recent court ruling will not affect the operations or financial stability of Union Bank of Nigeria Plc, moving to reassure customers and investors amid heightened scrutiny of its regulatory actions. The Apex bank reaffirmed its regulatory oversight of Union Bank of Nigeria Plc following […] The post Court Ruling Won’t Affect Union Bank Operations, Says CBN appeared first on Business Today NG.

The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has confirmed receipt of an appeal filed by Senegal seeking to overturn the read more CAS confirms Senegal appeal over stripped AFCON 2025 title

Former Deputy Governor of Imo State, Eze Madumere, has resigned his membership of the All Progressives Congress (APC), bringing an end to years of political association with the ruling party. In a resignation letter personally signed by him and addressed to the APC chairman of Ezinihitte Ward, Mbiere Mbaitoli Local Government Area, Madumere said his […] The post Ex-Imo Deputy Gov Madumere Resigns From APC appeared first on Business Today NG.

The National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) has expressed outrage over the alleged invasion of its national secretariat in Abuja, describing the incident as illegal and disturbing. The union’s General Secretary, Mr Kayode Agbeyangi, made the statement while addressing newsmen on Tuesday, stressing that the alleged takeover violated due legal process. The News Agency […] The post Nigeria: NURTW decries alleged takeover in Abuja appeared first on Business Today NG.

Zenith Bank Plc has announced the appointment of Mr. Kennedy Onuwa Okwudili as an Executive Director of the bank effective May 1, 2026.  The appointment, which is consistent with the bank’s tradition and succession strategy of grooming leaders from within, will further strengthen the bank’s Executive Management. Mr. Okwudili graduated with a Bachelor of Science […] The post Zenith Bank appoints Kennedy Okwudili as Executive Director appeared first on Business Today NG.

The Central Bank of Nigeria has approved the full repatriation of export proceeds by international oil companies, allowing them unrestricted read more CBN grants international oil companies full access to forex earnings

Olatunji  Disu,  Inspector-General of Police, has launched a strategic leadership retreat for top-ranking officers of the Nigeria Police Force, in a read more Disu pushes human rights, efficiency, unveils new policing strategy 

The Advocacy for Nigeria Football Reform Concepts (ANFRC) has rejected recent amendments to the statutes of the Nigeria Football Federation read more Group rejects NFF statute amendments, alleges manipulation

…To unveil strategic partnership program, this week  The United Nations office on Drugs and Crime, UNODC, on Tuesday, said it read more Insecurity: UNODC to partner with Nigeria, on drugs, crime control 

More than half of Nigerians enter each month unsure whether their income will cover basic expenses, underscoring mounting pressure on read more Over 50% of Nigerians struggle to cover basic expenses amid rising costs – PiggyVest

Excitement is building in the Super Eagles camp in Antalya as all 22 invited players have arrived ahead of the read more Super Eagles camp bubbles as 22 players arrive for Iran, Jordan friendlies

The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Sunday  Aneke, has declared that operational success now depends as much on public read more Military success now hinges on public trust, not just force, says Air Chief 

Ahmed Sanusi has officially assumed duty as the 35th Commissioner of Police for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), with a pledge... read more Sanusi takes charge as FCT Police Commissioner, pledges security reforms, stronger community policing

…As groups work behind the scene to restore peace …Says “All cases will be withdrawn from Courts” …Assures “Party will read more PDP ready for reconciliation – Turaki

The Federal Government on Tuesday declared a zero-tolerance stance on human rights violations within the Nigerian Correctional Service read more FG vows crackdown on prison abuse as probe indicts top correctional officers

The Chamber of Commerce midwifed by the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has pledged to frowned at what it calls read more Niger Delta Chamber of Commerce set to bridge N25 trillion gap between S/West and oil region

Over 4000 small businesses have received urgent help from a N5bn fund managed by the newly established Chamber of Commerce read more Newly formed NDCCITMA points to N5bn support to over 4000 small business

A book reviewer says in today’s attention-driven world, influence rarely announces itself loudly. “Instead, it works quietly, through repetition, familiarity, read more New book shows how desire, identity, and culture became a billion-dollar industry

Maritime and climate experts have warned that Africa risks being sidelined in shaping the future of global shipping, as weak read more Climate rules risk strangling Africa’s maritime economy

Ayra Starr, the Nigerian singer and songwriter, has announced that her upcoming third studio album is in the works, reflecting read more Ayra Starr announces new album, creative direction

Lagos Business School (LBS) has launched the Professor Albert Alos Endowed Chair in Strategic Management, positioning the initiative as a read more LBS launches Albert Alos endowed chair to deepen Africa-focused strategic management research

Dangote Refinery, Africa’s largest oil refinery, has been forced to purchase Nigerian crude on international markets at a premium of read more Dangote Refinery pays $18 premium for Nigerian crude as supply shortfalls bite

BY SUNDAY SAMUEL—Gunmen have ambushed security forces in Giro Masa community, Shanga Local Government Area of Kebbi State, killing nine soldiers and one police officer, along with several civilians. Kebbi State Governor, Nasir Idris, confirmed the deadly attack while speaking to journalists after visiting the mortuary and the Accident and Emergency unit of the Federal […] The post Gunmen Kill Nine Soldiers, Police Officer in Kebbi Ambush appeared first on Business Today NG.

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested a village head, Chief Edet, over alleged possession of an illegal AK-47 rifle in Asik Ubofa, a fishing settlement in Effiat Clan, Mbo Local Government Area. According to a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, Timfon John, the arrest followed credible intelligence indicating that the […] The post Police Arrest Village Head with Illegal AK-47 in Akwa Ibom appeared first on Business Today NG.

Long before streaming and short videos reshaped viewing habits, one programme held a firm place in Nigerian living rooms. Papa read more Meet the men who have played Papa Ajasco

Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have arrested 18 individuals suspected of providing logistics support to Boko Haram terrorists. Security authorities read more Troops arrest 18 suspected terror logistics suppliers in Borno

Esso Exploration and Production Nigeria Limited, an affiliate of ExxonMobil, broke ground Tuesday on a permanent Shore Base facility at read more ExxonMobil’s Nigeria unit bets on first IOC-funded shore base at LADOL hub

As geopolitical tensions in the Middle East cast uncertainty over Gulf-backed investments, Africa faces a critical inflection point: how to read more How Africa can protect, scale its $97bn FDI gains amid Middle East crisis

BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has renewed its commitment to expanding broadband access to underserved communities in Plateau State, as part of efforts to bridge the digital divide and unlock economic and social opportunities through improved connectivity. This position was reiterated on Monday during a courtesy visit by the Executive Commissioner, Stakeholder Management, […] The post NCC Targets Underserved Communities in Plateau with Broadband Drive appeared first on Business Today NG.

Despite Nigeria’s access to preferential trade under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and the United Kingdom’s Developing Countries read more Why Nigeria is failing to scale non-oil exports despite AfCFTA, DCTS access

Several brick workers are feared dead after a sand pit used for brick-making collapsed on Wednesday morning in Ridawa village, read more Many feared dead as sand pit collapses in Kano village

The government in South Africa is facing mounting pressure to intervene in fuel pricing as geopolitical shocks ripple through global read more Pressure mounts on South African government to cap petrol price on Iran war