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‘Love and New Notes’ becomes Nollywood’s biggest 2026 opening weekend film
Timini Ogbuson’s ‘Love and New Notes’, the romantic drama, has set a new benchmark for the Nigerian film industry, achieving read more ‘Love and New Notes’ becomes Nollywood’s biggest 2026 opening weekend film
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FCT public holiday stalls trial of Ex-AGF Malami, son as court adjourns to Feb. 27
The trial of Abubakar Malami, former Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, and his son, Abdulaziz, was read more FCT public holiday stalls trial of Ex-AGF Malami, son as court adjourns to Feb. 27
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Nigeria’s 2025 education spending dips 18% in one year
Nigeria’s education sector is set to face tighter fiscal conditions in 2025, as capital spending declined by 18.1 per cent compared to... read more Nigeria’s 2025 education spending dips 18% in one year
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Nigerians still struggle with basic digital skills
Digital technology is reshaping how economies grow, businesses operate, and individuals work. However, a significant portion of Nigeria’s population and read more Nigerians still struggle with basic digital skills
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Growing our next sporting leaders
As I sat past midnight watching the American National Football Super Bowl championship LX between the New England Patriots and read more Growing our next sporting leaders
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Radisson Rewards launches new partnerships, surpasses 27 million members
Radisson Rewards, the global loyalty programme for Radisson Hotel Group, has surpassed 27 million members within three years, reflecting its read more Radisson Rewards launches new partnerships, surpasses 27 million members
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Chef Amaka: Queen of afro-fusion, goes continental
Considering her masterful blend of traditional African flavors with global culinary trends, amid exciting international cooking techniques, Chef Amaka, a read more Chef Amaka: Queen of afro-fusion, goes continental
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Ellah Lakes targets Q1 for ARPN acquisition deal
Ellah Lakes Plc has reaffirmed that its planned acquisition of Agro-Allied Resources & Processing Nigeria Limited (ARPN), a Singapore-based entity read more Ellah Lakes targets Q1 for ARPN acquisition deal
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Investor confidence returns as telecom sector clears N300bn debt overhang
Investor appetite for Nigeria’s telecommunications sector is gradually rebounding following the resolution of a N300 billion Unstructured Supplementary Service Data( read more Investor confidence returns as telecom sector clears N300bn debt overhang
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CSOs describe Electoral Act assent as missed opportunity for transparency
A coalition of civil society organisations has criticised President Bola Tinubu’s decision to sign the final amendments to the 2022 read more CSOs describe Electoral Act assent as missed opportunity for transparency
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NAICOM, BPP Align on Accountability, Efficiency in Insurance and Procurement
In a bid to strengthen transparency, accountability, and operational efficiency, the Commissioner for Insurance and CEO of the National Insurance Commission (NAICOM), Olusegun Ayo Omosehin, paid a working visit to the Director-General of the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP), Adebowale A. Adedokun, at his Abuja office. The meeting focused on enhancing inter-agency collaboration and ensuring […] The post NAICOM, BPP Align on Accountability, Efficiency in Insurance and Procurement appeared first on Business Today NG.
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DSS to arraign El-Rufai on Feb. 25 over alleged NSA phone interception
The Department of State Services (DSS) has fixed February 25 for the arraignment of Nasir El-Rufai, former Kaduna State governor, read more DSS to arraign El-Rufai on Feb. 25 over alleged NSA phone interception
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Zulum approves N12.9b to sponsor Borno indigenes to study aeronautics, others
Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno State has approved a N12.9 billion scholarship scheme to sponsor 54 indigenes of the state read more Zulum approves N12.9b to sponsor Borno indigenes to study aeronautics, others
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South African banking giants eye StanChart Botswana in fresh M&A push
Standard Chartered has launched the sale of its Botswana subsidiary, attracting early interest from South Africa’s biggest lenders as regional read more South African banking giants eye StanChart Botswana in fresh M&A push
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Kenya raises $2.25bn in Eurobond return as African issuance gathers pace
Kenya has raised $2.25 billion from international bond markets to finance a debt buyback, joining a growing wave of African read more Kenya raises $2.25bn in Eurobond return as African issuance gathers pace
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Exclusive interview with TTP MD on digitising Nigeria’s truck traffic | BusinessDay exclusive
For decades, Apapa and Tin Can Island were synonymous with gridlock. Endless queues of trucks, delayed cargo, and economic inefficiencies read more Exclusive interview with TTP MD on digitising Nigeria’s truck traffic | BusinessDay exclusive
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Olusoga highlights transparency, structure as pillars of African Fintech success
Transparency, strong regulation and disciplined structure will determine which African fintechs earn global credibility, Tobi Olusoga, chief operating officer of read more Olusoga highlights transparency, structure as pillars of African Fintech success
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Vanishing aid forces Nigeria into aggressive tax push
Shrinking foreign aid is putting pressure on Nigeria to raise more revenue through taxes. Even with recent gains and ongoing read more Vanishing aid forces Nigeria into aggressive tax push
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A leader’s loneliest question: “Why didn’t anyone tell me?”
The boardroom was immaculate. Sunlight streamed through floor-to-ceiling windows as the executive team presented their strategic review to the new read more A leader’s loneliest question: “Why didn’t anyone tell me?”
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Nigerian Distilleries deepens market penetration with new product launch
Nigerian Distilleries Limited (NDL), Nigeria’s foremost manufacturer, has increased its share of the bottled spirits market with the launch of read more Nigerian Distilleries deepens market penetration with new product launch
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ICAN, Mutual Benefits partner to elevate standards in accounting profession
Mutual Benefits Assurance Plc and the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) have reaffirmed their joint commitment to professionalism, read more ICAN, Mutual Benefits partner to elevate standards in accounting profession
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Blackout as grid failure cuts power across South-East states
A partial collapse of Nigeria’s national electricity grid has left homes and businesses across the South-East without power, disrupting supply read more Blackout as grid failure cuts power across South-East states
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Disinflation trend puts major rate cut on table at MPC
The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is set to announce its benchmark cost of read more Disinflation trend puts major rate cut on table at MPC
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Research Council, HEI seek inclusion of emergency health education in curriculum
The Health Emergency Initiative (HEI), in collaboration with the Nigerian Educational Research and Development Council (NERDC), has officially flagged off read more Research Council, HEI seek inclusion of emergency health education in curriculum
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Mike Igini says he regrets decade at INEC
Mike Igini, former resident electoral commissioner of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), has said he regrets spending 10 years read more Mike Igini says he regrets decade at INEC
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Nigerian CEOs bet on AI to drive growth in 2026
Nigerian corporate leaders are betting on cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, talent management, and ESG to drive growth in 2026, according to read more Nigerian CEOs bet on AI to drive growth in 2026
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NSCDC warns against damage to fibre-optical infrastructures in Edo
The Edo State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has read riot act to construction firms, read more NSCDC warns against damage to fibre-optical infrastructures in Edo
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Sports contributes 1.2% to GDP, creates 140,000 jobs – Dikko
…says Nigeria hopeful on its protest against DR Congo Shehu Dikko, Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), on Thursday, read more Sports contributes 1.2% to GDP, creates 140,000 jobs – Dikko
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Adequate funding can help recover 3% of GDP lost to malnutrition- Expert
Malnutrition costs countries up to 3% of their Gross Domestic Product (GDP) annually, according to the Global Nutrition Report. This read more Adequate funding can help recover 3% of GDP lost to malnutrition- Expert
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Wellness Expo Lagos 2026 to Spotlight Preventive Healthcare and Holistic Living in Nigeria
As Nigeria continues to navigate rising healthcare demands and lifestyle-related illnesses, Wellness Expo Lagos 2026 is set to provide a read more Wellness Expo Lagos 2026 to Spotlight Preventive Healthcare and Holistic Living in Nigeria
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Responsible AI for every Nigerian: What this means in reality
As an AI business owner and practitioner navigating the chaotic, brilliant opportunities of the current wave of AI, I often read more Responsible AI for every Nigerian: What this means in reality
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Five things to know to start your day
Nigeria defers 70% of 2025 capital budget to 2026 The Federal Government ordered ministries, departments, and agencies to carry over read more Five things to know to start your day
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Before the ladder: Fixing Nigeria’s broken education floor
Nigeria comforts itself with a familiar story: education is the ladder out of poverty. Work hard, pass exams, earn a read more Before the ladder: Fixing Nigeria’s broken education floor
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Budgets are rising, but where are the results?
Nigeria’s state governments are spending more on capital projects than at any point in recent years. Appropriations for roads, schools, read more Budgets are rising, but where are the results?
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PENGASSAN warns Tinubu’s order on NNPC revenues could lead to job losses
The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) has warned that President Bola Tinubu’s executive order directing read more PENGASSAN warns Tinubu’s order on NNPC revenues could lead to job losses
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Trust income could now be taxed up to 25%
Trusts and estate structures in Nigeria now face higher tax exposure, with trust income taxed as ordinary income at rates read more Trust income could now be taxed up to 25%
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