A coalition of civil society actors under the banner of the Movement for Credible Elections (MCE) has called for the immediate stepping aside of the chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, Joash Ojo Amupitan, over allegations of partisanship ahead of the 2027 general election. In a statement, the group said the electoral umpire has […] read more Civil society group demands INEC chair Amupitan steps aside over alleged partisanship

West Africa’s digital economy, valued at up to $150 billion annually, faces growing risk as weak submarine cable resilience threatens the region’s connectivity backbone. This is even as Aliyu Aboki, executive secretary of the West African Telecommunications Regulators Assembly (WATRA), warning that frequent disruptions could slow economic growth, disrupt businesses, and weaken investor confidence across […] read more West Africa’s $150bn digital economy at risk without cable resilience

The just-concluded Antalya Diplomacy Forum 2026 in Türkiye has reinforced a growing international consensus that Nigeria’s war against terrorism—particularly in the North-East—is no longer a domestic struggle. Instead, it is a global security priority requiring urgent, coordinated action. ​Held from April 17 to 19, the forum brought together participants from 155 countries, including 21 heads […] read more Nigeria’s war on terror becomes international priority

The Mastercard Foundation Africa Growth Fund has released a new publication highlighting how non-financial support services rather than capital alone determine whether investments translate into sustainable job creation, particularly for young women across Africa. Titled Investing for Impact: Designing and Delivering Services to Facilitate Job Creation, the Learning Book distils four years of insights from […] read more Mastercard Foundation Africa Growth Fund publishes new book on job creation through services

Nigeria’s protracted Kano Emirate crisis took another turn on Monday as the Supreme Court adjourned proceedings in the high-stakes dispute to April 17, 2027, further delaying a final resolution to a conflict that has reshaped traditional authority in the state. Justice Adamu Jauro, who presided over the matter, fixed the new hearing date without delving into substantive arguments, […] read more Supreme Court pushes Kano Emirate dispute to 2027, extending year-long legal battle

Improvement in infrastructure development and security situation in Enugu, South East Nigeria, has brightened the investment climate in the state, leading to an influx of individual and institutional investors. The state’s investment climate has brightened more in the past 24 months with what analysts say is a revolution in the private serviced apartments business, which […] read more Investment climate brightens more in Enugu as apartments business booms

Youths of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) have announced plans to stage protests at offices of the Independent National Electoral Commission in Lagos, Ogun, and Jigawa states under the #AmupitanMustGo campaign. The party’s National Youth Leader, Balarabe Rufai, disclosed this in a post on 𝕏 on Monday, sharing flyers tagged ‘Operation Occupy INEC’. According to him, the […] read more ADC youth plan ‘Occupy INEC’ protests in Lagos, Ogun, Jigawa

For all the talk of an African trade renaissance, the continent still does more business with the rest of the world than with itself. Intra-African trade accounts for only 15 percent of the continent’s total – a gap that the Access Bank aims to address through its annual African Trade Conference (ATC). With the African […] read more How ATC is bolstering Africa’s trade reset

Retired officers of the Nigeria Police Force on Monday staged a protest at the Presidential Villa, blocking one of its gates as they demanded urgent reforms to their pension structure. The protest, organised under the umbrella of the Police Retired Officers Forum of Nigeria, drew dozens of retirees and family members who voiced frustration over […] read more Police retirees block villa gate, demand exit from pension scheme

At least six people have been confirmed dead and eight others injured after two separate overnight attacks hit communities in Barkin Ladi and Riyom Local Government Areas of Plateau State. It was gathered that in the first incident, gunmen stormed Hurum Gashish community in Barkin Ladi around 10 p.m. on Sunday, opening fire on residents. […] read more Plateau violence leaves 6 dead, 8 injured in twin attacks overnight

Business owners across Northern Nigeria are grappling with severe setbacks as deteriorating highways continue to cripple the movement of goods and services along major commercial routes linking the North Central, North East and North West regions. From Akwanga in Nasarawa State to Jos in Plateau State, transporters now describe the journey as a “nightmare” due […] read more Poor road network piles losses for businesses across Northern Nigeria

A major crypto hack that drained nearly $300 million from a little-known decentralized finance (DeFi) project has shaken investor confidence, triggering a wave of withdrawals from one of the sector’s biggest lending platforms, Aave. The attack, which happened over the weekend, saw hackers steal a derivative form of Ether and use it in an unusual […] read more $300m DeFi hack triggers panic as billions exit Aave

The organisers of the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity have officially announced the appointment of Juliet Ehimuan, Founder and CEO of Beyond Limits Global, to the 2026 Awarding Jury. For the Nigerian creative and tech ecosystem, Ehimuan’s appointment signals a continued momentum in gaining international recognition for the region’s innovation-driven industries. As a juror, […] read more Beyond Limits CEO Juliet Ehimuan appointed 2026 Cannes Lions Innovation jury

The National Broadcasting Commission’s new notice on “Code breaches” overreaches and risks undermining press freedom. It targets anchors for “expressing personal opinion as fact” and “compromising neutrality”, yet fails to distinguish between anchors and commentators. Global broadcast practice is clear: anchors moderate and frame discussion; commentators and analysts are invited precisely to express informed opinions. […] read more NBC cannot legislate opinion out of broadcasting

Experts at HR Expo Africa Work Festival, illuminate AI’s potential to revolutionise workflow productivity, drive data–driven decisions and boost business efficiency. The festival which held in Lagos drawn professionals from various sectors of the economy and they explored practical Africa-centric strategies blending tech excellence with human-centered leadership. Speaking at the event which held under the […] read more Experts unveil AI’s game changing potential in workflow output, boost business efficiency

Nnanyelugo Ike-Muonso, a professor and director general/chief executive of Raw Materials Research and Development Council (RMRDC), will deliver the 10th edition of The Bullion Lecture. The theme of the lecture which is scheduled for 10am on Thursday, April 23, 2026 at The Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos, is ‘From Resources to Prosperity: How Raw Materials […] read more Ike-Mounso, RMRDC boss, to deliver 10th Bullion lecture in Lagos

Ibrahim Shekarau, former Kano State governor, has officially defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC) following weeks of political consultations. He made the move alongside Senator Bello Hayatu Gwarzo, a prominent figure in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The announcement was made on Sunday during a well-attended gathering at Shekarau’s residence, popularly known as Mundubawa Palace, in […] read more Ex-Kano governor Shekarau defects to APC

As Nigeria inches closer to the 2027 general elections, a new battleground is rapidly shaping the political landscape; the digital space. What was once hailed as a tool for civic engagement and democratic participation has evolved into a complex ecosystem capable of shaping narratives, influencing perceptions, and, increasingly, testing the resilience of electoral integrity. Platforms […] read more 2027 Election: Can electoral integrity survive the online storm?

Uba Sani, the Kaduna State Governor, says his administration inherited deep-rooted challenges in insecurity, infrastructure deficits and weak social indicators, but has begun repositioning the state through reforms anchored lp performance, accountability and coordinated development priorities. Speaking at a workshop for senior government officials organised by the Nigerian Institute of l Public Relations during Nigeria […] read more We inherited insecurity, weak systems, says Uba Sani, unveils reform agenda for Kaduna 

BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—In a time when confidence in insurance is steadily growing, a satisfied customer of Mutual Benefits Assurance Plc is sharing his experience to encourage more Nigerians to embrace the value of protection and peace of mind. Mr. Abdelhamid Abdelrahman of RAP Building Solutions Ltd recently applauded the company for its swift claims settlement […] The post Customer Testimonial Highlights Why Mutual Benefits Assurance Stands Out appeared first on Business Today NG.

The board of ANOH Gas Processing Company (AGPC) has appointed James Makinde as its new managing director, following the statutory retirement of Effiong Okon, effective April 20, 2026. Makinde takes over leadership of the incorporated joint venture between NNPC Limited and Seplat Energy, which operates the 300 million standard cubic feet per day (mmscfd) ANOH […] read more ANOH Gas appoints James Makinde as Managing Director

The question that matters most about a 109-year-old Nigerian bank is not how it survived but what it has learned. Union Bank of Nigeria turns 109 this week. The milestone invites retrospection, but the more useful exercise is projection. The conditions under which the next century of Nigerian banking will operate differ fundamentally from those […] read more What 109 Years of Banking Nigeria Reveals About the Next Hundred

Top 10 Gift Cards With the Highest Rates in Nigeria (2026 Updated List) Which Gift Card Pays the Most Right Now? If you’ve ever asked:“Which gift card has the highest rate in Nigeria right now?”,  this guide gives you the exact answer. This is a real, current breakdown of the highest-paying gift cards in Nigeria, […] read more Top 10 Gift Cards With the Highest Rates in Nigeria (2026 Updated List)

In a continued rollout of examination outcomes, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has released additional results of the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) held on April 17 and April 18, encouraging applicants to check their scores. According to a statement signed by Fabian Benjamin, JAMB’s public communication advisor, on Sunday, more than 1.3 […] read more JAMB releases more results, urges applicants to check scores

Boko Haram terrorists have issued an ultimatum of 72 hours and demanded a ransom of N5 billion to free the 416 victims of Ngoshe who were abducted last month in Gwoza local government area of Borno State.  In a viral video released and obtained by Business Day, the terrorists warn the military not to attempt […] read more Boko Haram issues 72-hour ultimatum, demands N5bn ramson for 416 abducted 

News broke in January 2026 that Total Energies have agreed to sell its 10 percent participating interest in the Renaissance JV to Vaaris Energies, a consortium of Nigerian Investors, and earlier this week another news broke about ENI’s possible divestment of its 5 percent interest in the same JV to Sterling Oil Exploration and Energy […] read more IOC divestments demand strict oversight; reputation is ultimate capital

Hackers have stolen and leaked more than 15 million sensitive company documents from Nigeria’s Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC). The attack has badly damaged the government’s push to fight money laundering and clean up fake businesses. The ransomware group known as ByteToBreach carried out the attack. They took around 25 million files in total, about 750 […] read more CAC hack exposes 15m company documents, undermining Nigeria’s anti-money laundering reforms

Zedcrest Group, a leading financial services firm in Africa, continues to accelerate its growth and solidify its position as a provider of comprehensive, institutional-grade financial services. Zedcrest’s evolving platform offers clients a broad range of services across its core business areas, including Asset Management, Investment Banking, Securities, and Financing. These services are delivered through its […] read more Zedcrest Strengthens Institutional Play with Expanded Offerings, New Leadership

undermines Nigeria’s anti-money laundering reforms Hackers have stolen and leaked more than 15 million sensitive company documents from Nigeria’s Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC). The attack has badly damaged the government’s push to fight money laundering and clean up fake businesses. The ransomware group known as ByteToBreach carried out the attack. They took around 25 million […] read more CAC hack puts 15m company documents at risk

The National Industrial Court (NICN), Abuja Division, has ordered that a notice of contempt be served on Iziak Salako, Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, over alleged non-compliance with its judgment reinstating Monday Igwe as Medical Director of the Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Enugu. Also named in the notice of consequences of disobedience of […] read more Health minister faces contempt charge over failure to reinstate hospital MD

The decision by Donald Trump to impose a naval blockade on Iran marks a dramatic escalation in U.S. strategy in the Middle East. Framed as a show of strength following the collapse of negotiations in Islamabad, the move is intended to choke Iran’s oil exports and force political concessions. Yet beneath the surface, the blockade […] read more Why Trump’s naval blockade of Iran is likely to fail amid market shock, military limits, and weak allied backing

Pep Guardiola insists Manchester City’s crucial 2-1 victory over Arsenal has only given his side “hope” in the Premier League title race, stressing there is still plenty to play for before the end of the season. City now sit three points behind the leaders with a game in hand and could go top for the […] read more Guardiola: Premier League title not won yet

Mikel Arteta remains confident Arsenal can end their 22-year wait for the Premier League title despite a 2-1 defeat to Manchester City on Sunday. The Gunners still hold a three-point lead at the top of the table, but Man City have a game in hand. Read Also: Man City boost title hopes with 2-1 win […] read more Arteta confident Arsenal will end title drought despite City defeat

War is first a human tragedy, but markets do not read history through grief. They read it through orders, contracts, fuel prices, insurance premiums, shipping delays and government budgets. That is the uncomfortable starting point for any serious discussion of the economics of war. SIPRI estimates that global military expenditure rose to $2.718 trillion in […] read more The Economics of War: Who Profits, Who Pays

US seizes Iranian vessel as Tehran rejects renewed peace talks The United States has escalated its confrontation with Iran after Donald Trump, US president, confirmed that US forces seized an Iranian-flagged cargo ship attempting to breach Washington’s naval blockade. Trump said the vessel was intercepted and disabled, with US forces now in full control and […] read more World in Brief: US seizes Iran ship, Canada warns on reliance, Kenya seeks bailout and other stories

The inability of Nigeria to meet its OPEC assigned quota of 1.5 million barrels per day (mbd) has remained a major challenge to the Federal Government because of its huge implications for the fiscal sustainability of the annual budget, which for the most part has been based on a benchmark far above the OPEC quota. […] read more Nigeria’s perennial challenge of meeting its OPEC 1.5 million barrels per day quota