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US court orders Trump’s name stripped from Kennedy Center
A US federal judge in Washington ordered on Friday that the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts remove read more US court orders Trump’s name stripped from Kennedy Center
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ICJ Affirms Right to Strike as Global Landmark Victory, Sparks Debate Between Labor and NECA
BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—The organized labor movement on Monday hailed a recent ruling by the International Court of Justice (ICJ) confirming that the right to strike is implicit in Convention 87 as a landmark victory for workers worldwide. However, the ruling has sparked a fresh domestic debate, with labor representatives strongly criticizing the Nigeria Employers’ Consultative […] The post ICJ Affirms Right to Strike as Global Landmark Victory, Sparks Debate Between Labor and NECA appeared first on Business Today NG.
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AIICO Deepens Fight Against Malaria Through Community Outreach
AIICO Insurance Plc has reiterated its dedication to enhancing healthcare standards and fostering lasting social progress through its involvement in a widespread malaria awareness campaign held in Ibadan, Oyo State, to mark World Malaria Day 2026. The intervention was designed to combat the continued spread of malaria by equipping residents with vital information, preventive support, […] The post AIICO Deepens Fight Against Malaria Through Community Outreach appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Viral Footage of Abused Children Not Related to Oyo Incident — Police
SUNDAY SAMUEL—The Nigeria Police Force has refuted claims linking a widely shared video showing mistreated children to the recent kidnapping of pupils and teachers in Oyo State, stating that the footage is deceptive and has no connection to the case. This clarification was made in a statement posted on the official X account of the […] The post Viral Footage of Abused Children Not Related to Oyo Incident — Police appeared first on Business Today NG.
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CBN extends PoS location radius by 600%, sets August 1 deadline
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has extended the permitted geo-fence radius for Point-of-Sale (PoS) terminals by 600 percent and read more CBN extends PoS location radius by 600%, sets August 1 deadline
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Police Seize Pump-Action Rifle During Stop-and-Search Operation
The Delta State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of two men suspected of involvement in armed robbery, following the seizure of a pump-action firearm, a live round of ammunition, and other suspicious items during a security check at the Second Niger Bridge. This was made known in a statement released on Friday, May 29, […] The post Police Seize Pump-Action Rifle During Stop-and-Search Operation appeared first on Business Today NG.
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PDP Rejects Alleged Plot to Disrupt Presidential Ratification Convention
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has vowed not to yield to any form of pressure or interference regarding its forthcoming convention for confirming its presidential flagbearer, following a disagreement linked to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike. In a statement released on Friday, the opposition party claimed that officials of the A […] The post PDP Rejects Alleged Plot to Disrupt Presidential Ratification Convention appeared first on Business Today NG.
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AI cannot replace human responsibility and the lessons from South Africa’s AI policy reversal
By now, the global discourse on artificial intelligence has moved far beyond the realm of science fiction. AI is no read more AI cannot replace human responsibility and the lessons from South Africa’s AI policy reversal
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Abbey Mortgage Bank gets shareholders nod to raise fresh capital
Shareholders of Abbey Mortgage Bank Plc have authorised the bank to raise up to N164.5 billion in fresh capital. The read more Abbey Mortgage Bank gets shareholders nod to raise fresh capital
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ASUU Lagos zone slams FG on varsities’ salary burden
…supports national body on 2025 FGN-ASUU agreement implementation impasse The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Lagos Zone, is perturbed read more ASUU Lagos zone slams FG on varsities’ salary burden
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Tinubu’s security scorecard: defence minister claims 70% progress amid rising school abductions
Christopher Musa, Nigeria’s defence minister, says the President Bola Tinubu administration has achieved about 65 to 70 percent success in read more Tinubu’s security scorecard: defence minister claims 70% progress amid rising school abductions
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Nigeria’s manufacturing growth doubles to 3.29% in Q1 on reforms
Nigeria’s manufacturing sector grew 3.29 percent year-on-year in the first quarter of 2026, doubling from 1.69 percent in Q1 2025, read more Nigeria’s manufacturing growth doubles to 3.29% in Q1 on reforms
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Tinubu @ 3: How REA’s mini-grid solutions are driving Nigeria’s $1trn economy target
For decades, achieving economic independence in Nigeria has been limited by a fundamental deficit: access to reliable electricity. In rural read more Tinubu @ 3: How REA’s mini-grid solutions are driving Nigeria’s $1trn economy target
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IHS Towers invests $45m in communities, advances carbon reduction in Africa, Latin America
IHS Towers has announced fresh sustainability milestones, revealing that it has invested about $45 million in communities since 2017 while read more IHS Towers invests $45m in communities, advances carbon reduction in Africa, Latin America
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Children’s Day: A nation with smear conscience
Nigeria marked the 2026 Children’s Day on May 27 with the usual fanfare, colourful parades, speeches, cultural displays and official read more Children’s Day: A nation with smear conscience
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Messi to lead Argentina’s title defence at 2026 FIFA World Cup 
Lionel Messi is set to lead Argentina’s title defence at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after being named in Lionel read more Messi to lead Argentina’s title defence at 2026 FIFA World Cup 
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Mourinho signs deal to return as Real Madrid coach
Portuguese tactician Jose Mourinho has reportedly signed a contract to become the head coach of Real Madrid, marking a stunning read more Mourinho signs deal to return as Real Madrid coach
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WAEC denies security deployment letter for WASSCE 2026 school candidates
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has dismissed reports circulating online about the deployment of security personnel for candidates sitting read more WAEC denies security deployment letter for WASSCE 2026 school candidates
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2027: Iyere secures Accord Party Edo Central Senatorial ticket
Kennedy Iyere, humanitarian activist and YEIDEP coordinator-general, has secured the Accord Party senatorial ticket for Edo Central Senatorial District ahead read more 2027: Iyere secures Accord Party Edo Central Senatorial ticket
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Unity Cup Final: Chelle confident ahead of Jamaica clash
Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has assured fans that Nigeria is fully prepared to retain the Unity Cup trophy read more Unity Cup Final: Chelle confident ahead of Jamaica clash
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2027: NDC holds nationwide primaries today, to ratify Obi as party’s presidential candidate
The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) is holding its primaries across the country today, May 29, 2026. This is to ratify read more 2027: NDC holds nationwide primaries today, to ratify Obi as party’s presidential candidate
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ADP holds 2026 National Convention today to elect new NWC, flag bearers ahead of 2027
The Action Democratic Party is holding its National Convention from Friday to Saturday to elect National Officers for the next read more ADP holds 2026 National Convention today to elect new NWC, flag bearers ahead of 2027
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Ilesa road crash claims five lives, others wounded
No fewer than five persons, including children, have lost their lives in a fatal road accident in Ilesa town, Osun read more Ilesa road crash claims five lives, others wounded
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Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau opens case on collision at Bonny Anchorage
The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB), the agency responsible for scrutiny of transport accidents and incidents in Nigeria, said it read more Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau opens case on collision at Bonny Anchorage
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Big tech emerges as potential lifeline for Nigeria’s gas industry amid AI power surge
Nigeria’s natural gas sector may soon find a new customer base in global technology companies racing to build artificial intelligence read more Big tech emerges as potential lifeline for Nigeria’s gas industry amid AI power surge
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Nigeria sliding back to Abacha era, but we will defeat them — Gbenga Hashim
…Accuses Tinubu Govt of plot to capture opposition parties Former presidential candidate and chieftain of the Accord Party, Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, read more Nigeria sliding back to Abacha era, but we will defeat them — Gbenga Hashim
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Expanding access to affordable housing: The FMBN, FGSHLB example
The escalating housing crisis in Nigeria is not entirely a result of growing population and rapid urbanisation. Investments and interventions read more Expanding access to affordable housing: The FMBN, FGSHLB example
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Visa crisis clouds Iran’s 2026 FIFA World Cup preparations
With just weeks until the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Iran’s national football team is still waiting to read more Visa crisis clouds Iran’s 2026 FIFA World Cup preparations
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Iron Capital deepens position as architect of landmark capital market transactions in Africa
Iron Capital has emerged as one of Africa’s most influential investment banking firms, building a reputation for structuring complex, high-impact read more Iron Capital deepens position as architect of landmark capital market transactions in Africa
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Gwarzo clinches NDC governorship ticket in Kano
Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, Former Kano State Deputy Governor, has emerged as the governorship candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) read more Gwarzo clinches NDC governorship ticket in Kano
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Nigeria’s tax rules may prolong transfer pricing audits for multinationals
Nigeria’s newly enacted tax reforms could lead to longer transfer pricing audits as stricter penalties and expanded enforcement powers raise read more Nigeria’s tax rules may prolong transfer pricing audits for multinationals
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How luxury wristwatches gained ground as investment assets in Nigeria
Nigerian high-net-worth individuals are turning to luxury wristwatches as a practical store of value amid persistent naira depreciation and inflation. read more How luxury wristwatches gained ground as investment assets in Nigeria
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Cambodia dismisses reports ordering Africans to leave country
Cambodia has dismissed as false reports claiming it ordered all African nationals to leave the country by the end of read more Cambodia dismisses reports ordering Africans to leave country
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What Trump’s China visit means for Africa, Global South
The recent state visit of U.S. President Donald Trump to China has drawn global attention not only because of the read more What Trump’s China visit means for Africa, Global South
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Mutual Benefits delivers strong 2025 financial performance as revenue rises to N80bn
Mutual Benefits Assurance Plc has announced its audited financial results for the year ended 31 December 2025, reporting a strong read more Mutual Benefits delivers strong 2025 financial performance as revenue rises to N80bn
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‎Osun APM affirms Makinde as 2027 presidential candidate
…‎Announces NASS, State Assembly candidates ‎ ‎The Allied People’s Movement (APM) in Osun State has affirmed Governor Seyi Makinde of read more ‎Osun APM affirms Makinde as 2027 presidential candidate
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