The days of treating tax non-compliance as a purely administrative matter are over, as Nigeria’s new tax legislation introduces stringent read more Tax Act spells out N10m penalty, 10-year jail term for offenders

Banks’ deposits with the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) have risen sharply, reaching N2.9 trillion and marking the highest level read more Banks defy easing, park N9trn with CBN

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar on Monday charged Nigerian politicians to imbibe the virtues of the late Shehu Musa Yar’Adua, read more Yar’Adua: Atiku urges politicians to promote merits, shun exploitation, mediocrity

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has ordered the immediate deployment of its Standby Force in Benin following Sunday morning’s aborted coup d’etat in the country. This is contained in a statement issued by the ECOWAS Commission, hours after releasing its first statement on Sunday regarding the coup. On Sunday reported that based […] The post ECOWAS Takes Swift Action, Sends Troops To Benin After Coup Attempt first appeared on Business Today NG.

The House of Representatives Ad-hoc Committee on Decommissioning and Abandonment has accused Nigeria’s key petroleum regulators of failing to comply read more Reps decry non-compliance with PIA on oil sector decommissioning

….says over $185m, N14.9bn released to NNPC The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has dismissed reports that it is read more NUPRC denies withholding Frontier Exploration Fund

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has secured the conviction of one Hassan Abdullahi, a Superintendent of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), for offences bordering on certificate forgery and corrupt advantage. Delivering judgement on the matter, Honourable Justice E. Okpe of the Federal Capital Territory High Court sitting […] The post NSCDC’s Officer Bags 7-Year Jail Term for Forgery, Corrupt Advantage first appeared on Business Today NG.

The Federal Government has launched the Student Venture Capital Grant (S-VCG), a N3 billion initiative designed to promote student-led innovation read more Student venture capital grant targets student innovation with N3bn

The House of Representatives Committee on Public Account has scheduled Dec. 15 for Nigerian National Petroleum Company Ltd. (NNPCL) to appear and account for alleged revenue leakage in the company. Chairman of the committee, Rep. Bamidele Salam, gave the ruling in a hearing on Monday in Abuja, after the NNPCL management had failed to honour […] The post National Assembly Queries NNPCL, Sets Dec. 15 Deadline For Accountability Report first appeared on Business Today NG.

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has rejected claims that it is withholding the Frontier Exploration Fund (FEF) meant read more NUPRC denies withholding frontier exploration funds, says $185m, N14.9bn already released to NNPC

…warns public against unlicensed fx operators The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has issued final licences to 82 Bureau de read more CBN grants final licences to 82 BDCs

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has issued a security advisory warning Nigerians about newly discovered vulnerabilities in OpenAI’s GPT-4.0 and GPT-5 series, which could expose users to data-leakage and other cyber threats. According to the agency’s Director of Corporate Affairs and External Relations, Mrs. Hadiza Umar, NITDA has identified seven critical weaknesses that […] The post GPT Security Risks: NITDA Flags Seven Critical Weaknesses in OpenAI Systems first appeared on Business Today NG.

United States Congressman Riley Moore says Nigeria must match its commitments with “concrete action” as terrorist attacks and killings continue read more Nigeria’s fight against terrorism needs more effort, concrete action – US Congressman

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has asked the federal government to demonstrate the same speed and resolve in tackling banditry read more FG should fight banditry with same urgency shown in Benin coup response – ADC

Access Bank Botswana, a  subsidiary of Access Bank Group, has achieved global recognition by securing three prestigious international awards that celebrate its innovation, customer-centric approach, and commitment to social impact. These accolades underscore the Bank’s dedication to transforming Botswana’s financial landscape through digital excellence and purpose-driven banking. Access Bank was named Best Digital Banking Initiative, […] The post Access Bank Botswana Earns Three Global Recognitions for Innovation and Excellence first appeared on Business Today NG.

BY NECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), on Monday  sad it has granted final licenses to 82 Bureaux De Change (BDCs) to operate with effect from November 27, 2025. In a statement signed by the Acting Director of Corporate Communications, Mrs. Hakama Sidi Ali, the apex bank clarified that only the BDCs listed on […] The post CBN Grants Final Licences To 82 BDCs, Warns Public Against Unlicensed Operators first appeared on Business Today NG.

President Bola Tinubu on Monday commended the security agencies for their tireless efforts in securing the freedom of the 100 read more Tinubu commends return of 100 Niger school students, seeks safe release of others

The Federal Government has approved the establishment of the Kogi–Hunan Free Trade Zone, marking a major step toward the development and eventual launch of the Ajaokuta Economic City.  The approval follows a strategic partnership between the Kogi State Government, led by Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo, and the Zhuzhou Municipal Government of Hunan Province, China, under […] The post FG Approves Kogi–Hunan Free Trade Zone, Sets Stage For Ajaokuta Economic City Launch first appeared on Business Today NG.

BY JOE ADEBOWALE—The Niger State Government has received 100 schoolchildren who were abducted last month from St. Mary’s Catholic Primary and Secondary School, Papiri, in Agwara Local Government Area. The children regained their freedom 17 days after the attack, which had left families, community members and the government in deep distress. While the release has […] The post Niger State Receives 100 Rescued Schoolchildren Kidnapped first appeared on Business Today NG.

SUNDAY SAMUEL—A prosecution witness on Monday, December 8, 2025, told Justice Mojisola Dada of the Special Offences Court sitting in Ikeja, Lagos, how former Managing Director of the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON), Ahmed Kuru, and others allegedly diverted N4.9 billion belonging to the now-defunct Arik Air Limited to establish a new airline, NG […] The post Alleged N76bn, $31.5m Fraud: How Former AMCON MD Ahmed Kuru Diverted N4.9bn From Defunct Arik Air – EFCC Investigator first appeared on Business Today NG.

BY SUNDAY SAMUE—The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC,  Mr. Ola Olukoyede was on Sunday,  December 7,  2025,  honoured with   Nigeria Excellence Awards in Public Service (NEAPS) The Award, an initiative of the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation in collaboration with The Best Strategic Media, […] The post Olukoyede Shines at NEAPS first appeared on Business Today NG.

Riley Moore, United States Congressman has warned that Nigeria still faces “much work” in tackling escalating terrorist attacks and persistent read more Much work still needs to be done on terrorism, religious violence, US tells FG

Yoruba leaders, security experts and community organisations have renewed calls for the urgent creation of state police, decentralised intelligence gathering read more Yoruba leaders, experts stress decentralised security model as threats close in

President Bola Tinubu has commended the security agencies for their tireless efforts in securing the freedom of the 100 students of Papiri Catholic School in Niger State. While expressing his joy over the safe return of the students, President Tinubu equally charged the security agencies to ensure the swift release of the remaining 115 students […] The post Tinubu Hails Rescue Of 100 Niger Students, Orders Swift Release of Remaining Hostages first appeared on Business Today NG.

…says he is building a more secured Nigeria President Bola Tinubu on Monday paid glowing tribute to the late Shehu read more Yar’Adua was a symbol of national conscience, integrity – Tinubu

The Economic Advisory Council (EAC) of the Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) has stressed the need for the Nigerian government read more Nigerian govt must set priorities for effective budget implementation – NESG

TY Logistics Park FZE has opened West Africa’s first Grade-A contract logistics facility in Nigeria’s Lekki Free Zone, betting that read more Nigeria’s $11bn logistics market draws TY Park interest

The Enugu State Division of Court of Appeal has set aside judgment of the Federal High Court sitting in Independence Layout, Enugu which discharged and acquitted one Henry Ugwuede for offences bordering on land scam. Ugwuede was prosecuted by the Enugu Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC before Justice R. O. […] The post Enugu Appeal Court Sets Aside Judgment Clearing Man Accused of N2.9m Land Fraud first appeared on Business Today NG.

The naira on Monday maintained its stability across segments of the foreign exchange (FX) market as Nigeria’s external reserves... read more Naira maintains stability as external reserves cross $45bn mark

Belgian giants Club Brugge have sacked head coach Nicky Hayen just two days before their crucial UEFA Champions League clash read more Club Brugge sack manager ahead of UCL showdown with Arsenal

Xabi Alonso says Real Madrid must “turn the page quickly” as they prepare for Tuesday’s crucial UEFA Champions League matchday six read more Alonso charges Real Madrid to bounce back against Man City

GCR Ratings (GCR) has upgraded NEM Insurance Plc’s national scale financial strength rating to AA+ (NG) from AA(NG), with the read more GCR upgrades NEM Insurance to AA+ (NG) with stable outlook

Dr Victor Ajayi, a leading fertility specialist at Nordica Fertility Centre, has disclosed that pregnancy is never guaranteed even when read more Excellent embryos, zero pregnancy: Nigerian fertility specialist reveals why IVF fails

Former Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney has criticised Mohamed Salah for his recent public outburst over his reduced playing time read more Rooney slams Salah for unpleasant Liverpool comments

FSL Insurance Brokers Limited, a leading insurance brokerage firm in Nigeria, has officially launched “FSL Insure”, a new mobile and read more FSL Insurance Brokers mobile, web App to transform digital access in Nigeria

The Federal Government has unveiled a reform framework for the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), marking the most comprehensive overhaul read more 52 years after, FG rolls out comprehensive NYSC reform to drive skills, digital innovation