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Cornerstone Insurance Announces Exit Of Independent
BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—In compliance with the Rules of Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) for listed companies, Cornerstone Insurance Plc has announced the expiration of the tenure of Ms. Elizabeth Amadiume. This is contained in a notice to the Exchange, that her exit aligns with the nine-year maximum tenure limit for Independent Non-Executive Directors, as stipulated in […] The post Cornerstone Insurance Announces Exit Of Independent first appeared on Business Today NG.
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Ligue 1: Monaco stun champions PSG 1-0 at Stade Louis II
Takumi Minamino scored the decisive goal as Monaco stunned reigning champions Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) 1-0 in their Ligue 1 clash read more Ligue 1: Monaco stun champions PSG 1-0 at Stade Louis II
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TotalEnergies reaffirm plans to groom players for Nigeria’s national teams from OML-58 area
TotalEnergies has concluded plans to groom players for the Super Eagles and other arms of the national team. The talents read more TotalEnergies reaffirm plans to groom players for Nigeria’s national teams from OML-58 area
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‘Politics should not be your full time job’ – Nwoga, first female president of PH City Chamber warns women
Women have been warned against making politics a fulltime job. The caution came from Chinyere Nwoga, the first female president read more ‘Politics should not be your full time job’ – Nwoga, first female president of PH City Chamber warns women
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Idowu set for blockbuster Nigeria–Ghana showdown at GOtv Boxing Night 34
Reigning UBO (Africa) light-heavyweight champion Rasheed “ID Buster” Idowu is set to return to the ring in one of the read more Idowu set for blockbuster Nigeria–Ghana showdown at GOtv Boxing Night 34
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Marine engineers, naval architects, push for national pathway for blue economy
Marine engineers and naval architects are leading a push for a national vision and pathway for the blue economy or read more Marine engineers, naval architects, push for national pathway for blue economy
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How Aba, PH, Uyo axis may soon emerge Nigeria’s new ‘economic triangle’
…As investor alerts governors of affected states to act intentionally An economic hub bigger than Lagos may soon emerge in read more How Aba, PH, Uyo axis may soon emerge Nigeria’s new ‘economic triangle’
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Luis Diaz strikes late as Bayern battle back to beat St Pauli 3-1
Luis Diaz scored in stoppage time to help Bayern Munich secure a dramatic 3-1 comeback victory over St Pauli on read more Luis Diaz strikes late as Bayern battle back to beat St Pauli 3-1
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Sovereign Trust Insurance PLC Set for N5bn Capital Injection Following Board Approval
BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—Board of Directors of Sovereign Trust has approved an initial capital raise of N5 billion through a Rights Issue. This according to statement released on the Exchange, represents a strategic first step in the Company’s phased recapitalisation agenda, undertaken in alignment with the requirements of the Nigerian Insurance Industry Reform Act (NIIRA, The […] The post Sovereign Trust Insurance PLC Set for N5bn Capital Injection Following Board Approval first appeared on Business Today NG.
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EPL: Foden double saves Man City from Leeds scare
Phil Foden scored twice as Manchester City survived a second-half scare to defeat struggling Leeds United 3-2 and move up read more EPL: Foden double saves Man City from Leeds scare
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Jonathan briefs Tinubu, says Guinea-Bissau coup ‘stage-managed’
Former President Goodluck Jonathan on Saturday met with President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, where he briefed the read more Jonathan briefs Tinubu, says Guinea-Bissau coup ‘stage-managed’
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First HoldCo Plc Concludes Sale Of 100% Stake In FBNQuest Merchant Bank to EverQuest
BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—First HoldCo Plc at the weekend said it has successfully completed the full divestment of its 100% ownership in FBNQuest Merchant Bank Limited to EverQuest Acquisition. According to statement released on Nigerian Exchange to dealing members and investors by the holding company that”This transaction has been finalized after obtaining all necessary regulatory approvals […] The post First HoldCo Plc Concludes Sale Of 100% Stake In FBNQuest Merchant Bank to EverQuest first appeared on Business Today NG.
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VFG Group Extends Rights Issue To 26 December 2025
NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—VFD Group PLC has announced that the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved an extension of its ongoing ₦50,673,964,000.00 Rights Issue. The offer will now remain open until 26 December 2025. The extension follows strong investor uptake and a steady acceleration in participation across all categories of qualified shareholders, including retail investors, institutional […] The post VFG Group Extends Rights Issue To 26 December 2025 first appeared on Business Today NG.
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Cardiovascular Diseases in Nigeria: Addressing Key Drivers, Prevention Strategies, and Biomedical Research Priorities for National Action
Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) have emerged as a growing epidemic in Nigeria, accounting for an estimated 10% mortality rates annually according to the WHO Global Health Estimates and rising gradually as infectious diseases and non-communicable diseases (NCDs) expand. As of 2025, several modifiable risk factors, including rapid urbanization, socioeconomic shifts, and lifestyle factors, have played a […] The post Cardiovascular Diseases in Nigeria: Addressing Key Drivers, Prevention Strategies, and Biomedical Research Priorities for National Action first appeared on Business Today NG.
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Police foil bandit attack in Katsina, recover rifles, ammunition
The Katsina State Police Command says its operatives have foiled a bandit operation along the Kandawa–Dankar corridor in Batsari Local read more Police foil bandit attack in Katsina, recover rifles, ammunition
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Insecurity: FG committed to equipping police, other security agencies – Tinubu
…charges new police cadets on integrity, professionalism The Federal Government on Saturday reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to providing modern equipment, read more Insecurity: FG committed to equipping police, other security agencies – Tinubu
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Full list of 32 ambassadors-designate appointed by Tinubu and their states of origin
President Bola Tinubu has forwarded a new batch of 32 ambassadorial nominees to the Senate for confirmation, just days after read more Full list of 32 ambassadors-designate appointed by Tinubu and their states of origin
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The “Boring” Revolution: Why the Next African Unicorn Won’t Be an App, But the Rails Beneath It By Abasiama Idaresit CEO Wild Fusion Holdings
For the last decade, the narrative of African technology has been dominated by the “Customer Acquisition” game. Venture capital poured read more The “Boring” Revolution: Why the Next African Unicorn Won’t Be an App, But the Rails Beneath It By Abasiama Idaresit CEO Wild Fusion Holdings
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Redtech launches RedPay, single-dashboard payment system for businesses
Redtech has introduced RedPay, a new payment platform designed to help businesses collect and manage all their transactions in one read more Redtech launches RedPay, single-dashboard payment system for businesses
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EkoDubai launches in Lagos to link Nigerian investors with Dubai property market
On Sunday, Lagos played host to the official launch of EkoDubai, a pioneering real f estate company designed to connect read more EkoDubai launches in Lagos to link Nigerian investors with Dubai property market
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Tinubu nominates Fani-Kayode, Omokri, Yakubu, Ugwuanyi for ambassadorial positions
President Bola Tinubu has sent the names of 32 ambassadorial nominees to the Senate for confirmation, days after he sent read more Tinubu nominates Fani-Kayode, Omokri, Yakubu, Ugwuanyi for ambassadorial positions
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Adamawa govt denies ordering statewide school closure
The Adamawa State Government has debunked rumours alleging that it ordered the closure of schools across the state, describing the read more Adamawa govt denies ordering statewide school closure
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MTN Nigeria’s Cloud Accelerator empowers startups with Infrastructure, funding, investor access
MTN Nigeria is giving Africa’s early-stage startups a powerful boost, combining infrastructure, funding, and investor access through its 2025 Cloud read more MTN Nigeria’s Cloud Accelerator empowers startups with Infrastructure, funding, investor access
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AfroSport secures free-to-air rights for 2025 AFCON
Football fans across Nigeria are set for an exciting festive season after AfroSport confirmed it has secured the Free-to-Air (FTA) read more AfroSport secures free-to-air rights for 2025 AFCON
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Lagos launches rice fortification plant to tackle rising malnutrition
The Lagos State Government has launched a rice fortification plant to address rising malnutrition and micronutrient deficiencies in the state. read more Lagos launches rice fortification plant to tackle rising malnutrition
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At 65th Anniversary: Russia, Nigeria seek to lift trade volume beyond $1bn
Russia and Nigeria have renewed their resolve to expand economic ties and grow bilateral trade beyond the current level of read more At 65th Anniversary: Russia, Nigeria seek to lift trade volume beyond $1bn
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Naira ends week with N7.10 gain as FPI inflows hit $21bn
The naira ended the week with a gain of N7.10 in the official foreign exchange market as foreign capital inflows read more Naira ends week with N7.10 gain as FPI inflows hit $21bn
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Tinubu sees Nigeria’s return to global Maritime body as sign of growing influence
President Bola Tinubu has described Nigeria’s election to the Council of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) for the 2026–2027 biennium read more Tinubu sees Nigeria’s return to global Maritime body as sign of growing influence
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Air Peace denies plans to detain Smartlynx’s aircraft, seeks court action
Air Peace has clarified that it has no intention of detaining any Lessor’s aircraft in Nigeria or anywhere else. The read more Air Peace denies plans to detain Smartlynx’s aircraft, seeks court action
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Korede Titiloye, FUOYE 400-level student wins EY Young Tax Professional competition
Korede Titiloye, a 400-level student of Accounting at the Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), has emerged winner of EY Young Tax read more Korede Titiloye, FUOYE 400-level student wins EY Young Tax Professional competition
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KolaDaisi University holds retreat on leadership, service delivery
KolaDaisi University (KDU), Ibadan, has intensified efforts to improve workplace efficiency, accountability and overall institutional performance by organising a high-level read more KolaDaisi University holds retreat on leadership, service delivery
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Outsourcing firms urged to prioritse sustainable practices
As global sustainability efforts intensify, experts have urged Nigerian outsourcing firms to prioritise sustainable practices amid a challenging operating landscape. read more Outsourcing firms urged to prioritse sustainable practices
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Trump warns airlines as U.S. considers action over Venezuela airspace closure
President Donald Trump said airlines should consider airspace above and surrounding Venezuela to be closed... read more Trump warns airlines as U.S. considers action over Venezuela airspace closure
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Off-field Romance: Inside Bukayo Saka and Tolami Benson’s private love story
Arsenal star Bukayo Saka is back in the headlines, but this time, it’s not for a goal, an assist, or read more Off-field Romance: Inside Bukayo Saka and Tolami Benson’s private love story
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Nigeria’s internet custodian marks 20 years with digital literacy drive nationwide
The Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NiRA), custodian of the country’s .ng domain, has rolled out a nationwide digital literacy and read more Nigeria’s internet custodian marks 20 years with digital literacy drive nationwide
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Waldrum queries NFF over alleged $960,000 FIFA World Cup grant
Former Super Falcons head coach Randy Waldrum has challenged the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) to account for the $960,000 he read more Waldrum queries NFF over alleged $960,000 FIFA World Cup grant
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