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Sony’s AI music detection tool spotlights Nigeria’s Copyright gaps
The recent unveiling of a new Sony Group AI system, capable of measuring the use of copyrighted material in tracks read more Sony’s AI music detection tool spotlights Nigeria’s Copyright gaps
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Nigeria’s telecom towers at energy crossroads as solar stalls at 20%
Nigeria is burning through N696 billion a year on diesel to power its roughly 42,000 telecom towers, even as solar read more Nigeria’s telecom towers at energy crossroads as solar stalls at 20%
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Health system on the brink as capex releases plunge to 0.02% of budget
Capital expenditure for Nigeria’s health sector plunged by nearly 100 percent in 2025, a collapse that is crippling critical infrastructure, read more Health system on the brink as capex releases plunge to 0.02% of budget
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INEC earmarks N12bn for PVCs, N500m for sanitisers ahead 2027 elections
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) intends to spend N12.29 billion on the printing of Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) and read more INEC earmarks N12bn for PVCs, N500m for sanitisers ahead 2027 elections
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How a Nigerian family saved a forest the world just noticed
The road that leads to Emerald Forest Reserve does not inspire hope. For kilometre after kilometre, the landscape unfolds in read more How a Nigerian family saved a forest the world just noticed
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بنك لِشا القطري: الأصول تحت الإدارة نمت 54% إلى 13.3 مليار ريال في 2025
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ارتفاع أرباح “أعمال القابضة” القطرية 2.5% في 2025
الدوحة- بزنس ريبورت الإخباري|| أعلنت أعمال القابضة القطرية تسجيل ارتفاع في صافي أرباحها خلال العام المالي المنتهي في 31 ديسمبر 2025 بنسبة 2.5%، لتصل إلى 443.332 مليون ريال قطري، مقارنة بـ432.547 مليون ريال في عام 2024. ووفقاً للبيانات المالية السنوية المنشورة على موقع بورصة قطر، ارتفع العائد على السهم إلى 0.07 ريال قطري بنهاية عام […] The post ارتفاع أرباح “أعمال القابضة” القطرية 2.5% في 2025 appeared first on Business News Report.
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هيئة السوق السعودية تطرح مشروع تنظيم الإدراج المباشر للشركات التابعة
الرياض- بزنس ريبورت الإخباري|| أعلنت هيئة السوق المالية السعودية عن طرح مشروع تنظيم الإدراج المباشر لأسهم الشركات التابعة للشركات المدرجة في السوق الرئيسية. ودعت العموم والمهتمين والمشاركين في السوق المالية إلى إبداء مرئياتهم وملاحظاتهم خلال مدة 30 يوماً تقويمياً، تنتهي بتاريخ 08 شوال 1447هـ الموافق 27 مارس 2026. ويهدف المشروع إلى تمكين الشركات التابعة للشركات […] The post هيئة السوق السعودية تطرح مشروع تنظيم الإدراج المباشر للشركات التابعة appeared first on Business News Report.
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“دبي لصناعات الطيران” تستحوذ على ماكواري إير فاينانس
دبي- بزنس ريبورت الإخباري|| أعلنت دبي لصناعات الطيران موافقتها على الاستحواذ على ماكواري إير فاينانس في صفقة تقدر قيمتها الإجمالية بنحو 7 مليارات دولار، في خطوة تعزز موقعها بين كبار شركات تأجير وتمويل الطائرات عالمياً، وترفع حجم أسطولها إلى أكثر من 1000 طائرة. وذكرت الشركة، في بيان رسمي، أنها ستموّل الصفقة عبر مزيج من الديون […] The post “دبي لصناعات الطيران” تستحوذ على ماكواري إير فاينانس appeared first on Business News Report.
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Media Office Clarifies: Police Action Against Mrs. Ohiri Was Lawful, Not Ministerial Vendetta
The Media Office of the Honourable Minister of Works, Senator Engr. David Umahi, CON has taken note of a video currently being circulated by Omoyele Sowore, in which he attempts to publicly confront and provoke the Minister over a matter already before the appropriate authorities. For clarity and public record, the allegations being referenced by […] The post Media Office Clarifies: Police Action Against Mrs. Ohiri Was Lawful, Not Ministerial Vendetta appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Photo News: PenCom DG Meets Finance Minister to Strengthen Nigeria’s Pension System
From left: Director General, National Pension Commission (PenCom), Omolola Oloworaran with the  Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, at his office in Abuja. BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—The Director General of the National Pension Commission (PenCom), Omolola Oloworaran, on Thursday paid a courtesy visit to the Honourable Minister of Finance and […] The post Photo News: PenCom DG Meets Finance Minister to Strengthen Nigeria’s Pension System appeared first on Business Today NG.
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APC Condemns ADC’s ‘Baseless’ Claims, Calls Party Disorganized and Self-Destructive
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has dismissed recent allegations by the African Democratic Congress (ADC) over the reported Edo State shooting, describing the claims as “baseless” and politically motivated. In a statement, the party accused the ADC of being its “own nemesis,” highlighting internal disorganization, leadership struggles, and a pattern of self-sabotage that undermines its […] The post APC Condemns ADC’s ‘Baseless’ Claims, Calls Party Disorganized and Self-Destructive appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Tinubu Administration Hits Back at Opposition Over Electoral Act Claims
The Presidency on Thursday dismissed allegations by opposition parties over the recently amended Electoral Act, describing their claims as politically motivated and misleading. In a statement, Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, criticised opposition figures, including members of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), […] The post Tinubu Administration Hits Back at Opposition Over Electoral Act Claims appeared first on Business Today NG.
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NDLEA Targets Bigger Impact with 2026–2030 National Drug Control Master Plan
The Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) Brig Gen Mohamed Buba Marwa (rtd) has said that the National Drug Control Master Plan (NDCMP 2026-2030) will strengthen Nigeria’s ongoing drug control efforts. Marwa stated this at the Agency’s national headquarters in Abuja on Thursday 26th February 2026 while receiving the final […] The post NDLEA Targets Bigger Impact with 2026–2030 National Drug Control Master Plan appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Crypto now taxable but reporting gap raises compliance risk
Nigeria’s tax authorities have brought cryptocurrency gains within the formal tax net, but the absence of sector-specific guidance on how read more Crypto now taxable but reporting gap raises compliance risk
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Kalu urges shift from ‘paper integration’ to action as ECOWAS trade lags under AfCFTA
Benjamin Kalu,  Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, has called for an urgent transition from what he described as read more Kalu urges shift from ‘paper integration’ to action as ECOWAS trade lags under AfCFTA
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Nigeria moves toward automatic tax assessment as enforcement intensifies
Nigeria is shifting from a self-assessment tax regime to an automated system in which authorities validate returns against independently sourced read more Nigeria moves toward automatic tax assessment as enforcement intensifies
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Lafarge Africa Hits ₦1.1tn Revenue as PBT Soars 170% to ₦411bn in 2025
Lafarge Africa Plc, a leading provider of innovative and sustainable building solutions and manufacturer of premium cement brands, has announced a revenue milestone of N1.1 trillion in 2025, representing a 53% surge from N696.8 billion recorded in the corresponding period of 2024. Following a review of the results, the company recorded an increase in Profit […] The post Lafarge Africa Hits ₦1.1tn Revenue as PBT Soars 170% to ₦411bn in 2025 appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Health Ministry: NAFDAC Has Sole Authority to Enforce Sachet Alcohol Prohibition
The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare has told the Federal High Court that the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) is legally empowered to enforce the ban on the production and sale of alcoholic beverages packaged in sachets, PET bottles, and glass containers below 200 millilitres. In a counter-affidavit […] The post Health Ministry: NAFDAC Has Sole Authority to Enforce Sachet Alcohol Prohibition appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Lagos to Host Largest Commonwealth Investors’ Summit in June
In June, Lagos State will host the largest gathering of foreign investors from Commonwealth member countries. This follows the formalisation of a strategic partnership between the State Government and the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC), on Thursday. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and CWEIC Chief Executive Officer, Mrs. Samantha Cohen, signed Memorandum of Understanding at a […] The post Lagos to Host Largest Commonwealth Investors’ Summit in June appeared first on Business Today NG.
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MTN Nigeria rebounds to N1.1tn profit as FX gains, data surge lift revenue 55%
MTN Nigeria has staged a remarkable comeback, swinging to a massive N1.1 trillion profit after tax in 2025 after suffering read more MTN Nigeria rebounds to N1.1tn profit as FX gains, data surge lift revenue 55%
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FCCPC probes local airlines over sharp December fare spikes
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has uncovered patterns of alleged price manipulation by some domestic airlines following read more FCCPC probes local airlines over sharp December fare spikes
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AltBank Joins IIFM to Align Nigeria’s Non-Interest Banking with Global Standards
The Alternative Bank (AltBank) has joined the International Islamic Financial Market (IIFM), a global standard-setter for Islamic finance documentation and market guidance. This move puts AltBank on the same playbook used across key Islamic finance markets, strengthening how Shari’ah-compliant transactions are documented, executed, and trusted. AltBank will begin by aligning its interbank liquidity documentation with […] The post AltBank Joins IIFM to Align Nigeria’s Non-Interest Banking with Global Standards appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Galatasaray bank N85bn Champions League windfall after round of 16 heroics
Turkish giants Galatasaray have secured a financial windfall of over N85 billion (€53.5 million) following their dramatic progression to the read more Galatasaray bank N85bn Champions League windfall after round of 16 heroics
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TeamApt, Awabah partner to expand micropensions access for Nigeria’s informal workers
TeamApt Ltd., a subsidiary of Moniepoint Inc., has partnered with Awabah to deepen access to micropensions for millions of Nigerians read more TeamApt, Awabah partner to expand micropensions access for Nigeria’s informal workers
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US tariff risk seen spurring African shift from dollar
Volatile US tariff policy is accelerating efforts across Africa to reduce reliance on the dollar in trade settlements, with companies read more US tariff risk seen spurring African shift from dollar
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Naira stability, reserve growth sustainable – Lemo
Tunde Lemo, former Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), has said the recent stability of the Naira read more Naira stability, reserve growth sustainable – Lemo
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Insecurity a threat to democracy — Sulaiman, NILDS DG
Abubakar Sulaiman, the Director General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), has cautioned that Nigeria’s persistent read more Insecurity a threat to democracy — Sulaiman, NILDS DG
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Reprisal attack suspected as gunmen kill four, injure five in Kebbi Mosque
Four worshippers were killed and five others injured when suspected Lakurawa terrorists attacked a mosque in Dadinkowa village, Maiyama Local read more Reprisal attack suspected as gunmen kill four, injure five in Kebbi Mosque
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Nigeria strengthens cyber justice framework to tackle rising digital crime
The Federal Government is stepping up efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s cyber justice ecosystem, moving from dialogue to concrete, technology-driven interventions. read more Nigeria strengthens cyber justice framework to tackle rising digital crime
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Tinubu to amend PIA after revenue Executive Order – Sena
…Lawmakers push for return to old contractor payment model, …call for sack of CAC registrar The Senate Committee on Finance read more Tinubu to amend PIA after revenue Executive Order – Sena
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WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons arrive in Yaoundé for Cameroon friendlies
Captain Rasheedat Ajibade and 16 other players have arrived in Yaoundé as the Super Falcons intensify preparations for two international read more WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons arrive in Yaoundé for Cameroon friendlies
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Why 2025 budget performance is lagging – Edun
Wale Edun, minister of finance and coordinating minister of the economy has attributed the poor release of capital funds under read more Why 2025 budget performance is lagging – Edun
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NBC reaffirms 2006 boundary framework, backs resumption of Edo/Kogi demarcation
The National Boundary Commission (NBC) has reaffirmed key technical and legal positions supporting Edo State’s push for the peaceful and read more NBC reaffirms 2006 boundary framework, backs resumption of Edo/Kogi demarcation
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NSIA ramps up infrastructure investments in push for Tinubu’s $1tn economy
Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA) is expanding investments in infrastructure, healthcare and energy as it seeks to catalyse private capital read more NSIA ramps up infrastructure investments in push for Tinubu’s $1tn economy
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Cristiano Ronaldo acquires 25% stake in Spanish Club UD Almería
Cristiano Ronaldo has expanded his footprint in global football ownership after acquiring a 25 per cent stake in Spanish second-division read more Cristiano Ronaldo acquires 25% stake in Spanish Club UD Almería
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