A Federal High Court sitting in Maitama, Abuja and presided over by Justice Joyce Abdulmalik on Monday, April 20, 2026 admitted nine exhibits against a former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, SAN, alongside his wife, Hajia Bashir Asabe, and his son, Abubakar Abdulaziz Malami. The exhibits were presented before the […] The post Court Admits Nine Exhibits Against Malami and Family appeared first on Business Today NG.

Passengers awaiting refunds from the grounded Dana Air may face a prolonged wait, as the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) reveals the airline is currently battling a severe liquidity crisis. Michael Achimugu, the NCAA’s Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, addressed the growing frustration of travelers on Monday via his X handle. His statement provided an […] read more Dana Air refund process to “take a while” as airline faces liquidity crisis – NCAA

Lolad Schools has set out a model that places equal focus on academic study, practical skills, and character development, as education systems continue to respond to changes in the global economy and workplace expectations. The school, founded by Ololade Williams, is built on the idea that learning should move beyond memorisation and examinations to include […] read more Lolad Schools advances practical learning model for future-ready students

Former England and Liverpool striker Michael Owen believes Manchester City have taken the lead in the Premier League title race following their 2-1 win over Arsenal. Arsenal’s defeat at the Etihad Stadium has shifted momentum significantly, with Owen now tipping Pep Guardiola’s side to edge the Gunners in the final standings. Read Also: Man City […] read more EPL: Man City now title favourites ahead of Arsenal – Michael Owen

…Says project a game changer to decongest seaports The Oyo State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to the successful realisation of the Moniya Inland Dry Port, project with the convening of a high-level review and validation meeting on its implementation strategy, describing the project as a major driver of economic transformation and regional trade expansion. […] read more Oyo moves to unlock trade potentials with Moniya inland dry port project

As the National Assembly resumes plenary on Tuesday after its Easter recess, lawmakers are returning to a politically charged and forward-looking legislative calendar, with constitutional amendments, a deepening wave of defections, and worsening insecurity expected to shape proceedings in the weeks ahead. The resumption comes at a time when the legislature is under pressure to move beyond routine lawmaking […] read more Constitution review, defections, insecurity to shape agenda as NASS resumes Tuesday

Brazilian legend Cafu believes the 2026 FIFA World Cup presents the ideal opportunity for the Brazilian national football team to end their 24-year wait for global glory. The two-time World Cup winner, who captained Brazil to their fifth title in 2002 after a 2-0 win over Germany, said the current squad is well-positioned to reclaim […] read more ‘Perfect Moment’ – Cafu backs Brazil to end 24-year World Cup drought

The FGN Power Company (FGNPC) is intensifying its push to reform Nigeria’s power sector, leveraging high-level strategic engagements with the Ebonyi and Enugu state governments to fast-track the first phase of the Presidential Power Initiative (PPI). As the Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) tasked with expanding Nigeria’s grid capacity by an incremental 4,000MW over the next […] read more FGN Power Company strengthens state ties to accelerate PPI implementation in Ebonyi, Enugu

On April 21, 1917, an institution opened its doors to a country that did not yet exist in the form it would take today. Nigeria had no central bank, no national currency, and arguably no domestic financial institution capable of writing the kind of credit a young economy would need to build itself. The bank […] read more 109 Years. Still Building. Still Nigerian.

French defender Ibrahima Konate says there is a “big chance” he will remain at Liverpool next season as he closes in on a new contract. The France international revealed he is “close to an agreement” with Liverpool, with his current deal set to expire this summer, five years after his £35 million move from RB […] read more ‘Big chance I stay’ — Konate confident over Liverpool future

Boko Haram insurgents have issued a fresh 72-hour ultimatum to the Nigerian government, warning against any forceful rescue attempt for 416 abducted women and children in Borno State. In a video obtained on Monday, the terrorist group Boko Haram declared its readiness to confront security forces, daring authorities to attempt a military operation to free the […] read more Terrorists demand N5bn ransom, give FG 72-hour ultimatum over 416 abductees

President Bola Tinubu on Monday approved the sum of N15 billion for the take-off of the new campus for the Police College in Ogun State, appointing Ibrahim Gaidam, minister of Police Affairs, as chairman of the 16-member Governing Council of the Police College, Wudil, Kano State. Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, […] read more Tinubu approves N15bn take-off grant for new Police College campus

…As institutional investment rises 260% to $1.8bn in 6yrs The African real estate landscape is moving away from the vanity projects of the past toward a decade defined by functional, high-impact infrastructure. Industry analysts are increasingly certain that the next frontier of growth in Nigeria and across the continent won’t be found in traditional luxury […] read more Five drivers of real estate growth in the next decade

French Hollywood film star Nathalie Baye, a multi-César Award winner who starred in “Catch Me If You Can”, has died at the age of 77, her family told Agence France-Presse on Saturday. Baye, a leading figure in French cinema, appeared in about 80 films over the course of her career. She won the César Award […] read more Nathalie Baye, award-winning French actress, Dies at 77

Paraguay, a Latin American country, has launched a new residency-by-investment route, the “Paraguay Investor Pass”, offering foreign investors direct access to permanent residency through three main investment options. The passport ranks 24th globally in 2026, with a mobility score of 142. The qualifying routes include a $150,000 investment in tourism projects or a $200,000 investment […] read more Paraguay launches Investor Pass for direct access to permanent residency

Tension flared during the ongoing Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) as female hijab-wearing candidates were reportedly denied entry into an examination centre, triggering outrage among Muslim stakeholders. Muslim parents, students, guardians, and stakeholders across Nigeria have kicked against the denial of access to a female candidate because of she was wearing a hijab in the […] read more UTME row: Hijab-wearing candidate barred, Muslim stakeholders kick

BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has recognised and rewarded its top-performing staff in a move that underscores its commitment to excellence and innovation, spotlighting employees whose contributions are helping to accelerate Nigeria’s digital transformation and strengthen the country’s telecommunications landscape. The event, which took place in Abuja, brought together major stakeholders from across […] The post NCC Honours Top Staff Driving Nigeria’s Digital Transformation appeared first on Business Today NG.

In a week defined by global uncertainty, tightening financial conditions, and rising geopolitical tensions, Nigeria’s economic managers arrived in Washington, D.C. with a message that cut through the noise: confidence is returning, and nowhere is that more evident than in the country’s banking sector. At a press briefing on the sidelines of the IMF/World Bank […] read more Banking on confidence: What Nigeria’s recapitalisation says about investor trust

Pension returns in Nigeria are beginning to catch up with inflation for the first time in seven years, signalling a potential turning point for contributors who have endured years of eroded real value in their retirement savings. Omolola Oloworaran, director-general of the National Pension Commission (PenCom), said recent reforms in the investment framework are starting […] read more Pension returns match inflation for first time in seven years

The Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN) has said that the upcoming 28th Annual Tax Conference will gather stakeholders at all levels to examine critical issues shaping Nigeria’s tax system. Innocent Ohagwa, president and chairman of the Council of CITN disclosed this in Lagos ahead of the CITN’s 28th Annual Tax Conference scheduled to […] read more CITN: Stakeholders to examine critical issues shaping Nigeria’s tax system

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) have entered into a strategic partnership aimed at curbing electronic fraud, enhancing consumer protection, and safeguarding the integrity of Nigeria’s payment system. The collaboration also supports the rollout of the Telecom Identity Risk Management Portal (TIRMP). Speaking at the signing ceremony in Abuja […] The post CBN, NCC Seal Pact to Combat E-Fraud, Boost Payment System Security appeared first on Business Today NG.

Abimbola Sulaiman, the acting managing director/CEO of AccessARM Pensions Limited, has expressed confidence that the Pension Fund Administrator (PFA) will meet requirements of the ongoing pension industry recapitalisation well ahead of the regulatory deadline. She made this known during a fireside chat session at Business Day Pension Conference 2026, where she spoke on “Deploying and […] read more AccessARM Pension to meet recapitalisation requirement ahead deadline – Sulaiman

Jerry Egemba, a Lawyer and commissioner for Industries, Mines and Solid Minerals in Imo State, says that the Government has moved aggressively to recover all the industrial layouts illegally acquired and sold by individuals and communities for residential purposes. The Imo State Government, which renews its industrialisation drive as part of efforts to boost economy […] read more Imo drives industrialisation, moves to recover illegally acquired industrial layouts

‎ ‎Bola Oyebamiji, the All Progressives Congress (APC) Governorship candidate in Osun State, has assured non-indigenes and other interest groups of inclusive governance if elected in the August 15, 2026 Governorship election. ‎ ‎Oyebamiji made this known during a public engagement meeting with the members of the Arewa Community in Ibokun, Obokun Local Government Area […] read more Oyebamiji woos non-indigenes, promises inclusive governance ahead of poll

Contrary to what the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) earlier said that the kidnapped students in Benue were not its candidates, Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue Stats has countered the claim, saying that eight out of the 15 kidnapped victims were on their way to write the examination. The governor, who made this known […] read more Alia counters JAMB, says eight eight kidnapped victims were UTME candidates

In recent years, Nigeria has made significant strides towards enhancing financial inclusion, yet a substantial portion of the population remains financially excluded. The unbanked and underbanked segments, particularly in rural areas, continue to face barriers that prevent them from accessing essential financial services. The deployment and development of digital products can bridge this gap, serving […] read more Digital Products will bridge the financial inclusion gap in Nigeria

…1.89 m results so far released The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has released the results of candidates who sat for the second and third days of the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), bringing the total number of results released so far to 1,897,692. Fabian Benjamin, JAMB Spokesperson, disclosed this in a statement […] read more JAMB releases results for second, third days of 2026 UTME

Nigeria’s aspiration to build a $1 trillion economy is increasingly being positioned as a product of sound policy planning and fiscal discipline, however, an investigation into the Country’s economic framework suggests that achieving that target may depend less on ambition and more on how effectively it taps into overlooked sectors, particularly, the fast-growing global Islamic […] read more Beyond oil, Nigeria eyes Islamic economy in $1trn growth plan

Nigeria is pivoting its fast-growing solar market toward domestic production, following a new partnership between the Rural Electrification Agency and Mente Energy Limited aimed at unlocking manufacturing, jobs and long-term capital. In a statement signed by Abiola Adekunle, director of delivery at Mente Energy, it stated that the agreement, signed in Abuja, launches the Renewable […] read more REA, Mente Energy launch renewable energy localisation, industrialisation programme

Experts at HR Expo Africa Work Festival have attested to Artificial Intelligence’s potential to revolutionise workflow productivity, drive data–driven decisions and boost business efficiency. The festival, which was held in Lagos, had in attendance professionals from various sectors of the economy, and they explored practical Africa-centric strategies blending tech excellence with human-centred leadership. Speaking at […] read more Experts unveil AI’s game-changing potential in workflow output, boost business efficiency

As part of efforts to tackle the disconnect between classroom learning and practical application, Folasade Ogunsola, the vice-chancellor of the University of Lagos (UNILAG), has highlighted the Geosciences Centre as a key driver of industry collaboration. Ogunsola disclosed this during her speech at the official commissioning of the Geosciences Centre of Excellent building on Friday, when […] read more UNILAG’s Geosciences centre underpins industry-academia collaboration drive to bridge learning gap —VC

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Africa’s leading fintech company, Flutterwave, has denied reports that Nigeria’s federal government approved a $75 million investment in the company, describing the claims as inaccurate and misleading. The company’s response follows tweet from a special assistant to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and earlier reports that Bola Ahmed Tinubu had authorised the investment through the Ministry […] read more Flutterwave denies $75m government investment, says IPO not imminent

Enhancing Financial Inclusion and Advancement (EFInA), in partnership with the Shared Agent Network Expansion Facilities (SANEF) and Proshare, convened the second edition of the Ask the Regulator Consumer Protection Townhall. The Townhall brought together regulators, industry leaders, and financial consumers to engage in a direct and practical conversation on consumer protection in Nigeria’s rapidly evolving […] read more EFInA, regulators host Townhall to tackle consumer risks in digital lending

Modern gaming markets undergo constant changes as technology moves forward. For example, people visit sites like 1xBet casino or similar websites to access their accounts, track scores, and participate in events. New titles gain popularity because they have better visuals and faster payouts. High demand for digital entertainment makes developers launch hundreds of products every […] read more Popular Titles in Gambling and Why Players Choose Them in 2026

The Nigerian Infrastructure Debt Fund (NDIF) reported a decline in profitability for the first quarter of 2026, as weaker interest income from infrastructure loans weighed on earnings despite stronger returns from cash holdings. A filing by Chapel Hill Denham Investments, the fund’s manager, showed that pre-tax profit fell to N5.3 billion in Q1 2026, down […] read more Chapel Hill’s NDIF profit dips to N5.3bn as weaker loan income drags Q1