The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has commenced an investigation into an alleged data breach involving Remita Payment Services Ltd., Sterling Bank and other entities, underscoring heightened regulatory scrutiny in Nigeria’s digital payments ecosystem. In a statement issued on Sunday by Babatunde Bamigboye, Head of Legal, Enforcement and Regulations, the Commission disclosed that a Notice […] read more NDPC probes Remita, Sterling Bank over alleged data breach 

…Fears of opposition capture grow The deepening crisis within the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has taken a more troubling turn, as optimistic presidential aspirant and founding member, Gbenga Hashim, is now weighing the option of exiting the party amid the collapse of reconciliation efforts and growing fear of opposition capture. What began as an internal […] read more Gbenga Hashim weighs PDP exit as reconciliation efforts collapse

Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has said that his Administration will establish another 100 Megawatts (MW) of electricity in the Edo Central Senatorial District. Governor Okpebholo said the establishment of the 100MW of electricity would make it 200 mega watts of electricity to be established in the State by his Administration. He disclosed this while […] read more Okpebholo decentralises power generation, boosts electricity in Edo by 100MW

As part of key resolutions reached at its State Executive Council meeting last week Thursday, the Akwa Ibom State Government has approved 39 development projects and adopted a comprehensive policy framework for senior citizens. Presided over by Umo Eno, the State Governor, the meeting focused on accelerating the delivery of the administration’s ARISE Agenda, while […] read more Eno approves 39 development projects in Akwa Ibom 

…Intercepts bandits’ female drug supplier with Colorado …Nabs pastor, wife for drug trafficking Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have successfully dismantled a drug trafficking syndicate, that conceal cocaine in tins of palm kernel extract Femi Babafemi, NDLEA Director of Media and Advocacy, stated this in a statement on Sunday. Babafemi revealed […] read more NDLEA uncovers cocaine in palm kernel oil cans, arrests kingpin

At least 14 people killed in Israeli strikes across Lebanon Hezbollah said it fired rockets into Israel in response to the United States-Israeli war on Iran, while Israeli forces have also launched a ground incursion into southern Lebanon. On Sunday, Hezbollah claimed it targeted an Israeli warship with a cruise missile approximately 126km off the […] read more WORLD IN BRIEF: Israeli strike kills 14 in Lebanon, Trump threatens ‘hell’ for Iran, Traoré slams democracy and other stories

The ongoing United States-Israel-Iran war which started on February 28, 2026 has been described in its impact on global supply of oil and gas as “unprecedented in its immediate scope.” The International Energy Agency’s early assessment of the current crisis has established that its impact is greater than the combined effect of the 1973 Arab […] read more The war in Iran and its ripple effects on international energy markets

The ongoing United States-Israel-Iran war which started on February 28, 2026 has been described in its impact on global supply of oil and gas as “unprecedented in its immediate scope.” The International Energy Agency’s early assessment of the current crisis has established that its impact is greater than the combined effect of the 1973 Arab […] read more The war in Iran and its ripple effects on international energy markets

The war in the Middle East may be geographically distant, but its economic consequences are now embedded in the daily realities of Nigerians. Ruth Tene Natsa looks into its impact on everyday Nigerians as they navigate the unstable and irregular oil price fluctuation…. In Abuja, the effects are stark and immediate. Commuters are paying nearly […] read more Collateral damage: how the Middle East war is deepening Nigeria’s transport and food crises

The war in the Middle East may be geographically distant, but its economic consequences are now embedded in the daily realities of Nigerians. Ruth Tene Natsa looks into its impact on everyday Nigerians as they navigate the unstable and irregular oil price fluctuation…. In Abuja, the effects are stark and immediate. Commuters are paying nearly […] read more Collateral damage: how the Middle East war is deepening Nigeria’s transport and food crises

He also said the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy noted recent developments in the Nigerian telecommunications sector regarding the acquisition of IHS towers by MTN Group. “Over the past two years, under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, this administration has taken deliberate steps to stabilise and strengthen the telecommunications sector […] read more President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and The King’s College tie (Continuation)

The global AI power crisis and Nigeria’s gas flaring epidemic are not two problems. They are one. Every day, Nigeria burns approximately 192 million standard cubic feet of natural gas – gas with no buyer, no pipe, and no use. It simply flares into the atmosphere. The World Bank confirmed in 2025 that Nigeria recorded […] read more Nigeria is flaring the answer to the world’s biggest tech problem

Nigeria’s lenders are under pressure to meet an April 30 deadline set by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to submit Board-approved Risk-Based Capital (RBC) stress test reports, marking a tougher phase of oversight after the industry’s recapitalisation exercise. The directive, issued March 6, 2026, requires banks to assess how their capital positions would hold […] read more Banks face April deadline in new capital stress regime

Ouranos Technologies Ltd. has reshaped its board, bringing in senior executives from banking, insurance and logistics as it positions to capture rising demand for enterprise technology services across Africa. The Lagos-based firm appointed Tajudeen Ahmed as chairman, alongside Omokunbi Adeoti and Olalekan Olabode as non-executive directors, according to a statement. The changes took effect January […] read more Ouranos rebuilds boardroom to capture Africa’s enterprise tech spend

Panic gripped Ariko community in Kachia Local Government Area of Kaduna State on Sunday after suspected terrorists attacked two churches during Easter celebrations, killing at least seven worshippers and abducting several others. The early-morning assault targeted the First ECWA Church and St. Augustine Catholic Church, both located in Ariko district, disrupting religious activities and sending […] read more Fatal Easter attack in Kaduna leaves seven dead

…Domestic borrowing hits N4trn …FAAC allocations jump 161% in three years, IGR lags States across Nigeria are ramping up borrowing despite a surge in allocations from the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC), which has risen by 161 percent in the past three years, raising concerns about fiscal sustainability and the slow pace of growth in […] read more States return to borrowing despite FAAC windfall

Nigeria’s data protection regulator has opened an investigation into an alleged breach involving parts of the country’s digital payments ecosystem, in a move that could widen scrutiny of how financial technology firms handle customer information. The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) said it issued a formal notice of investigation on April 1 and has begun […] read more Nigeria opens data breach probe into digital payments ecosystem

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has directed its Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) nationwide to suspend publicity and logistical arrangements for the planned voter revalidation exercise. The directive was conveyed in a letter dated April 4, 2026, and signed by Rose Oriaran-Anthony, the commission’s Secretary. Despite the suspension, the commission instructed RECs to continue internal […] read more INEC puts voters revalidation plan on hold

Mikel Arteta has expressed disappointment after Arsenal were knocked out of the FA Cup quarter-finals by Championship side Southampton on Saturday, pointing to poor defending as the decisive factor. The defeat follows their recent League Cup final loss to Manchester City, ending Arsenal’s hopes of a domestic treble and leaving them to focus on the […] read more Arteta blames defensive errors for Arsenal’s FA Cup exit

Virgil van Dijk has apologised to Liverpool fans following the club’s heavy FA Cup quarter-final exit at the hands of Manchester City. Liverpool were thrashed 4-0 at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday, a result that left the Reds captain furious, particularly with the team’s second-half collapse. Read Also: Haaland hat-trick fires Man City past Liverpool […] read more Van Dijk apologises to fans after Liverpool’s 4-0 FA Cup thrashing

Abdulrazak Najim is a Nigerian entrepreneur and business strategist. He is the chief executive officer of Noba Africa Agro Allied Limited. With a strong focus on agriculture and commodity trading, he is building an integrated agribusiness platform that spans commodity sourcing, seed development, and agricultural project management. He has led Noba Africa to generate billions […] read more Our seeds deliver higher yields than conventional varieties – CEO Noba Africa

‎Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has pledged his administration’s commitment to accountability in the implementation of $500 million Human Capital Opportunities for Prosperity and Equity (HOPE) and Governance Programme in Lagos. Sanwo-Olu, at a public sensitisation and presentation of Lagos State’s significant strides in the ongoing implementation of the HOPE programme activities in Governance, Primary Health and […] read more Sanwo-Olu commits to accountability in $500m HOPE-GOV programme 

Amaka Ezekiel, a barrister and the MD/CEO of FAV Multiservices Ltd, has urged women to take bold and decisive action towards growth, ownership, and lasting impact. She made this call while speaking at the JCI Victoria Island International Women’s Day Celebration held recently. Speaking on the theme ‘From Awareness to Action – Empowering Women for […] read more Women urged to seize growth opportunities, drive impact

…Targets better metering, others, for  stable power supply President Bola Tinubu has approved the sum of N3.3 trillion payment plan to finally settle the outstanding debts under the Presidential Power Sector Financial Reforms Programme. Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, in a statement on Sunday, said the debt repayment plan […] read more President Tinubu approves N3.3trillion payment to restore electricity

Nigeria’s fragile return to macroeconomic stability is facing fresh threats from surging global oil prices and rising pre-election political tensions, the Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) said in its first-quarter economic review. While headline inflation eased to about 15.06 percent in February 2026, extending a steady moderation from levels above 24 percent […] read more Nigeria’s cooling inflation faces oil shock risk as election cycle nears

Rear Admiral Nnamdi Christianatus Ekwom has received a fellowship award in recognition of his contributions to public administration and service to the nation. The conferment was approved by the Governing Council of the Institute of Corporate Administration, according to a letter signed by its Director and Chief Learning Officer, Godswill C. Onyekwere. The Institute stated […] read more Nnamdi Ekwom receives fellowship award for public service contributions

A deadly attack struck the Mbalom community in the Gwer East Local Government Area of Benue State on Easter Sunday, leaving at least 17 residents dead and numerous properties destroyed. Search and rescue efforts continue as many others remain missing following the invasion. Eyewitnesses reported that armed assailants entered the community, opened fire on residents […] read more 17 dead, houses destroyed in Benue, Chibok Easter Sunday attacks

BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR-Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), in Borno state, on Wednesday 1st April intercepted a female drug supplier to bandit groups operating between the North East and Chad, 28-year-old Aisha Adamu. She was arrested along Gamboru Ngala road in possession of 4.3 kilograms of Colorado, a potent synthetic strain of […] The post NDLEA Arrests Female Drug Supplier to Bandits, Recovers Tramadol, Skunk Nationwide appeared first on Business Today NG.

A wave of deadly violence tore through communities in Nasarawa State at dawn on Friday, leaving at least 11 people dead and more than 50 homes reduced to ashes in what authorities suspect to be a reprisal attack. The early morning assault plunged Akyawa and neighbouring Udege Kasa into chaos as armed hoodlums stormed the […] read more 11 killed, homes razed in Nasarawa reprisal attack

BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have successfully dismantled a drug trafficking syndicate in high stakes intelligence led operations that lasted three weeks during which cocaine consignments concealed in tins of palm kernel extract heading to the United Kingdom were intercepted and the warehouse where the shipments are packaged raided […] The post NDLEA Uncovers Cocaine in Palm Kernel Oil Cans, Arrests Pastor, Wife Over Drug Trafficking appeared first on Business Today NG.

…15 power plants sign settlement deal President Bola Tinubu has approved a N3.3 trillion settlement plan to clear power sector debts accumulated over more than ten years in what his administration is casting as the most decisive intervention yet in a grid that has long frustrated households and strangled economic growth. The payment framework, announced […] read more Nigeria unlocks N3.3trn to rescue power sector from decade of debt

Offset Communications Advisory Ltd has filed a suit against Qore Technologies Ltd at the Federal High Court in Lagos, seeking N50 million in damages over alleged copyright infringement. In the suit marked FHC/L/CS/1994/2025, the claimant accused Qore of using elements of a communications proposal it submitted in December 2022 without formal engagement, attribution, or a […] read more Copyright dispute: Offset communications sues Qore Technologies, seeks N50m damages

President Bola Tinubu on Saturday, charged all tiers of government to ensure that development is spread across all level, from the federal, states to the local governments. This is just as he assured that his administration’s infrastructure development and economic reforms across sectors, will benefit everyone, as well as strengthen the well-being, and prosperity of […] read more Let our development touch every level – Tinubu 

Nigeria’s cassava processing industry is facing a critical setback as factories struggle to secure sufficient raw materials, hampering the production of starch, flour, and other by-products. In recent years, the industry has seen massive investments as high-capacity processing plants sprang up, bolstered by policies aimed at driving industrial starch, flour, and ethanol production. On paper, […] read more Nigeria’s cassava factories struggle with feedstock shortages

BY IBUKUN OLAJIDE—Coronation Insurance Plc has released its audited financial results for the year ending 31 December 2025. According to notice released on the floor of Nigeria Exchange, the insurer recorded a strong performance in its top-line earnings for the 2025 financial year, with insurance revenue rising by 51.4 per cent year-on-year to N74.83 billion, […] The post Coronation Insurance Posts Strong Top-Line Growth, Revenue Hits N74.83bn appeared first on Business Today NG.

Deontay Wilder has reignited talk of a long-awaited heavyweight showdown with Anthony Joshua after defeating Derek Chisora via split decision in London. The former world champion returned to winning ways with a hard-fought victory at the O2 Arena, edging Chisora after a gruelling contest that went the distance. Read Also: Wilder desperate to fight Anthony […] read more ‘Let’s get it on’: Deontay Wilder calls out Anthony Joshua