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Arsenal’s title challenge looks nervy, but the data still puts them in front
Arsenal’s pursuit of a first Premier League title since 2004 has reached the stage where emotion and evidence begin to read more Arsenal’s title challenge looks nervy, but the data still puts them in front
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Jetour appoints W Motors as Nigerian distributor, unveils G700 model
Jetour has appointed W Motors as its Nigerian distributor, positioning the Chinese automaker to expand its presence in Africa’s fast-growing read more Jetour appoints W Motors as Nigerian distributor, unveils G700 model
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Police arrest three, recover weapons after deadly rival gang clash in Kano
Police in Kano have arrested three suspects and recovered weapons following a late-night clash between rival groups that left one read more Police arrest three, recover weapons after deadly rival gang clash in Kano
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China agrees visa free travel for Britons after Starmer visit
China has agreed to allow British citizens to travel to the country for up to 30 days without a visa, read more China agrees visa free travel for Britons after Starmer visit
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Zulum approves direct payment of LG allocations in Borno
Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno State has approved immediate commencement of direct payment of monthly statutory allocations to the accounts read more Zulum approves direct payment of LG allocations in Borno
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$35m Chinese investments take off to boost Kwara economy
Kwara State has attracted two major foreign direct investments valued at $35 million, underscoring Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq’s commitment to industrialisation read more $35m Chinese investments take off to boost Kwara economy
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The rise of Anietie Udoh: From storyteller to global juror
Anietie Udoh’s journey is a testament to the power of creativity and innovation. From crafting compelling brand stories to judging read more The rise of Anietie Udoh: From storyteller to global juror
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Senate Orders Probe into Nigeria Railway’s Shrinking Operations
The Senate has constituted an ad-hoc committee to investigate alleged growing decadence in the operations of Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC). The development followed the adoption of a point of order raised by Sen. Abdul Ningi (PDP-Bauchi) at plenary on Thursday. Ningi, citing order 42 (personal explanation) of the senate standing rules, called the attention of […] The post Senate Orders Probe into Nigeria Railway’s Shrinking Operations appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Reps pass N58.47tn budget for second reading
… to begin budget scrutiny next week The House of Representatives on Thursday passed for second reading President Bola Tinubu’s read more Reps pass N58.47tn budget for second reading
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NLNG unveils new logos for Nigeria Prizes
The Nigeria LNG Ltd. (NLNG) says it has unveiled new logos for The Nigeria Prizes as part of a strategic repositioning of the awards for sustained relevance and global resonance. Ms Sophia Horsfall, General Manager, External Relations and Sustainable Development at NLNG, said this in Lagos on Thursday at the unveiling of the new visual […] The post NLNG unveils new logos for Nigeria Prizes appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Wike Warns JUAC: Defying Court Orders Will Have Consequences
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has reminded FCT workers, under the Joint Union Action Committee (JUAC) that the strike issue was still in court and advised them to obey court order, saying disobeying court order comes with consequences. Wike stated this while handing over 12 new ambulances to FCT hospitals […] The post Wike Warns JUAC: Defying Court Orders Will Have Consequences appeared first on Business Today NG.
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ECOWAS to consolidate regional growth with 5% GDP target in 2026
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has set a growth target of 5% for the region in 2026, read more ECOWAS to consolidate regional growth with 5% GDP target in 2026
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Former Kano Commissioner, Rabiu, arrested as Dala Dry Port case deepens
The long-running dispute over the ownership and management of the multi-billion-naira Dala Inland Dry Port has taken a dramatic turn read more Former Kano Commissioner, Rabiu, arrested as Dala Dry Port case deepens
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Tax ombudsman assures stronger protection for taxpayers as reforms take hold
Nigeria’s office of the tax ombud has pledged stronger protection and fairer treatment for taxpayers as it rolls out guidelines read more Tax ombudsman assures stronger protection for taxpayers as reforms take hold
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Nipah virus cases in India trigger airport alerts across Asia
Health authorities across parts of Asia have stepped up airport screening and surveillance after India confirmed two cases of the read more Nipah virus cases in India trigger airport alerts across Asia
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Multi-Trex updates shareholders on free float status
The Board of Directors and Management of Multi-Trex Integrated Foods has provided an update to shareholders and the investing public read more Multi-Trex updates shareholders on free float status
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Strike: FCTA Workers Ooo shun JUAC’s Directive, Resume Work
Workers in the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) have shunned the directive by the Joint Union Action Committee (JUAC) to continue with its industrial action. JUAC had in a statement signed by Comrade Abdullahi Umar Saleh, the Union’s Secretary, issued to the staff on Wednesday, directed the staff to stay at home. The statement read: […] The post Strike: FCTA Workers Ooo shun JUAC’s Directive, Resume Work appeared first on Business Today NG.
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FCMB more than doubles profit as interest income hits N1trn
FCMB Group Plc more than doubled its after–tax profit for the year ended December 31, 2025, as robust growth in read more FCMB more than doubles profit as interest income hits N1trn
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Wema Bank’s profit rises to N193bn as interest income, deposits surge
Wema Bank Plc ended 2025 with its after-tax profit rising by 124 percent to N193.2 billion, from N86.3 billion in read more Wema Bank’s profit rises to N193bn as interest income, deposits surge
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Wike directs recruitment of additional health workers, hands 12 ambulances to FCT hospitals
Nyesom Wike, minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has directed the recruitment of additional health workers and approved the read more Wike directs recruitment of additional health workers, hands 12 ambulances to FCT hospitals
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How Troops, Police, CJTF Crushed Kidnappers’ Hideout in Kaduna Forest, Rescue Eight
Troops of Sector 7, Operation ENDURING PEACE (OPEP), in collaboration with the Nigeria Police, Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), Forest Guards and local hunters, on January 28, 2026, launched a swift, intelligence-driven operation that crushed a kidnappers’ hideout in Badurum Kasa Forest, Kauru Local Government Area of Kaduna State, leading to the rescue of eight […] The post How Troops, Police, CJTF Crushed Kidnappers’ Hideout in Kaduna Forest, Rescue Eight appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Plateau Senator Dachungyang dumps ADP for APC
Barely 48 hours after Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All read more Plateau Senator Dachungyang dumps ADP for APC
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How N80m NSITF Renovation Contract Became N120m Construction Job — Witness Testifies in Ngige Trial
Details of how an N80 million renovation contract for the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) office in Makurdi allegedly metamorphosed into a N120 million construction project were on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, laid bare before a Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court sitting in Gwarimpa, Abuja, during the trial of former Anambra State governor […] The post How N80m NSITF Renovation Contract Became N120m Construction Job — Witness Testifies in Ngige Trial appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Court grants Yahaya Bello permission to spend 10 days traveling to Mecca for lesser hajj
The Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday granted Yahaya Bello, former Kogi State Governor, permission to travel to Mecca, read more Court grants Yahaya Bello permission to spend 10 days traveling to Mecca for lesser hajj
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EFCC Arraigns BFI Group Corporation, Six others for Alleged €100m Fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission,  EFCC,  on Thursday, January 29, 2026 arraigned BFI Group Corporation, Reuben M. Jaja, Uzor Chidi Jerry, David Femi James, Imeobong Jumbo Udom, Adeola Edward and Emeka Emmanuel Okorie before Justice M.S Idris of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT,  High Court, Jabi, Abuja for alleged fraud to the tune of […] The post EFCC Arraigns BFI Group Corporation, Six others for Alleged €100m Fraud appeared first on Business Today NG.
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BUA Foods Achieves 91% PAT Growth in Unaudited FY2025 Results
BUA Foods PLC, a leading food manufacturing conglomerate in the West African subregion, has released its unaudited financial results for the year ended 31 December 2025. The results showed strong performances in key financial metrics, in line with market expectations. The Group’s combined revenue for the period was N1.80 trillion, an 18% increase over the […] The post BUA Foods Achieves 91% PAT Growth in Unaudited FY2025 Results appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Unlike Ghana, Angola, Africa’s biggest market holds rates as inflation outlook improves
Unlike some of its African peers that have moved aggressively to loosen policy, South Africa has opted for caution, holding read more Unlike Ghana, Angola, Africa’s biggest market holds rates as inflation outlook improves
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A guide on how to build wealth through stocks
Investment in Nigeria’s stock market is often seen as the domain of the wealthy, but with careful planning and strategy, read more A guide on how to build wealth through stocks
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Tricycle, motorcycle faster than train in Nigeria – Akpabio
Senate President Godswill Akpabio on Thursday decried the deteriorating state of rail transport in Nigeria, declaring that a bicycle, motorcycle read more Tricycle, motorcycle faster than train in Nigeria – Akpabio
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NDPC concludes 246 investigations, generates N5.2bn revenue in show of ironclad enforcement
The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has solidified its reputation as a formidable regulator in the digital space, concluding 246 read more NDPC concludes 246 investigations, generates N5.2bn revenue in show of ironclad enforcement
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Reps demand suspension of UNICAL CMD for rejecting doctors over tribe
The House of Representatives has asked the federal ministry of health to suspend Ikpeme Ikpeme, the Chief Medical Director (CMD) read more Reps demand suspension of UNICAL CMD for rejecting doctors over tribe
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Nigeria’s expanding security crisis and the economic costs beneath it
Nigeria’s security crisis is no longer a collection of isolated flashpoints. It is evolving into a nationwide economic risk with read more Nigeria’s expanding security crisis and the economic costs beneath it
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AFCON 2025 Chaos: FIFA rejects calls to ban Senegal from 2026 World Cup
World football governing body FIFA has distanced itself from calls to ban AFCON 2025 winners Senegal from the 2026 FIFA read more AFCON 2025 Chaos: FIFA rejects calls to ban Senegal from 2026 World Cup
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Google Maps goes hands-free with Gemini for walkers, cyclists
Google announced on Thursday that Google Maps users can now access Gemini hands-free while walking and cycling. The update comes read more Google Maps goes hands-free with Gemini for walkers, cyclists
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How strategic CSR can keep Nigerian youths at home — Patjeda GMD
…set to scale up back-to-school initiative’s scope Ehiagwina Patrick, the group managing director of Patjeda Group, says effective corporate social read more How strategic CSR can keep Nigerian youths at home — Patjeda GMD
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Stronger reserves, disinflation drive Ghana’s rate to four-year low in January
Ghana’s central bank on Wednesday cut its benchmark policy rate by 250 basis points to 15.5 percent, its lowest level read more Stronger reserves, disinflation drive Ghana’s rate to four-year low in January
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