The South-East caucus of the House of Representatives on Monday called on President Bola Tinubu to consider a pardon for the convicted leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu. Recall that the Federal High Court in Abuja presided over by Justice James Omotosho had on November 20, 2025, sentenced Kanu to life […] The post South-East Reps To Tinubu: Consider Pardon For Nnamdi Kanu first appeared on Business Today NG.

Dharmendra, one of India’s most beloved film stars and popularly known as Bollywood’s “He-Man,” has died at 89. Born Dharam Singh Deol in Punjab in 1935, he moved to Mumbai after winning a talent contest and debuted in 1960. His topless appearance in the 1966 film Phool Aur Patthar made him a national heart-throb and […] The post Iconic India Film Star Dharmendra Dies At 89, Prime Minister Mourns first appeared on Business Today NG.

The Southwest Governors’ Forum on Monday announced plans to create a South West Regional Security Fund to strengthen the region’s response to insecurity, especially rising incidents of kidnapping, banditry, illegal mining, and unregulated interstate migration. It was gathered the decision was arrived at a meeting of the six governors held at the Governor’s Office, Secretariat, […] The post Southwest Governors Plan To Establish Regional Security Trust Fund first appeared on Business Today NG.

The Nigeria Police Force has taken custody of Victor Benjamin Fajemirokun, the fugitive accused of abducting and killing Federal Road read more Ghana hands over Nigerian fugitive accused of killing FRSC officer and daughter

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF), through the Interpol National Central Bureau, in a synergy operation with the Ghana Police Service, has secured the full custody of Victor Benjamin Fejemirokun, the wanted fugitive suspect in the abduction and murder of a Federal Road Safety Corps officer and her young daughter in Ogun State. The NPF Force […] The post Nigerian Police Force Confirm Ghana Police Hand-Over Suspect In FRSC Officer’s Murder Case first appeared on Business Today NG.

Seyi Makinde, Oyo State Governor on Monday presented a landmark ₦891.98 billion Appropriation Bill for 2026 to the State House of Assembly for Approval. Makinde described it as a “Budget of Economic Expansion” designed to accelerate the state’s transition into a production-driven and investment-ready economy. The Governor, while Addressing lawmakers, said the proposal built directly […] The post Oyo Gov Presents Landmark ₦892bn Budget for 2026 To State Assembly first appeared on Business Today NG.

Everton stunned Manchester United at Old Trafford with a gritty 1-0 victory despite being reduced to 10 men after just read more EPL: 10-man Everton stun Man United at Old Trafford

Governors of Nigeria’s six south-west states on Monday approved the creation of a South-West Security Fund (SWSF) and a joint read more South-west governors launch regional security fund, say state police can no longer be delayed

The United Kingdom government has rejected a formal request from Nigeria to allow former Deputy Senate President Ike Ekweremadu to read more UK rejects Nigeria’s plea to transfer Ike Ekweremadu to serve sentence

Godswill Akpabio, the Senate President on Monday declared that Nigeria’s newly unveiled Counter Terrorism Strategic Plan 2025–2030 signals an end read more Akpabio says new counter-terrorism plan ends era of reactive security responses

The Management of the University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID) has announced its readiness to launch its endowment initiatives to tackle funding read more UNIMAID launches endowment fund to bridge funding gaps, boost research

The Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development (CJID) has raised concerns that independent media in Nigeria and across Africa is read more Threats to independent media endanger Africa’s democratic stability — CJID

The Director General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Dr. Emomotimi Agama, has urged financial sector stakeholders to strengthen and sustain a culture of proactive compliance to safeguard Nigeria’s position in the global financial system following its recent exit from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) Grey List. Speaking at the Nigerian Capital Market […] The post Nigeria’s FATF Milestone: SEC Demands Sustained Compliance From Market Players first appeared on Business Today NG.

…says 250,000 ex-Boko Haram terrorists surrendered …frowns at resurgence of military coup in Africa President Bola Tinubu has tasked the read more Insecurity: Tinubu makes case for Africa-led solutions, rejects private military firms

The  United Kingdom has turned down the Federal Government’s request to allow former Deputy Senate President, Ike Ekweremadu, to complete his prison sentence in Nigeria. According to a report, British authorities insisted that the jailed lawmaker must serve out his term in the UK, where he is currently imprisoned after his 2023 conviction for attempting […] The post Just In: UK Denies FG’s Request To Transfer Ekweremadu To Nigeria first appeared on Business Today NG.

Two English Premier League giants, Manchester City and Manchester United, are reportedly locked in a transfer battle to sign rising read more Man United, City in transfer battle for Burkina Faso teen sensation Mohamed Zongo

The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security has commenced the review and validation of a new National Integrated Pest read more FG begins review of national strategy to tackle transboundary agricultural pests

Ahmad Lawan, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Defence, has warned that Nigeria risks falling behind the sophistication of emerging read more Evolving threats demand urgent intelligence reform – Lawan

…faults planned withdrawal of police from VIPs The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has cautioned President Bola Tinubu against what it read more Nigeria’s security challenges beyond police – ADC

The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and the general public to read more NNPP urges INEC to disregard Kwankwasiyya congresses, calls exercise invalid

The Arewa Dignity Advancement Initiative (ArDA), a non-governmental and non-political organisation, has stated that Northern Nigeria is facing a perilous read more North is facing dangerous Rising Insecurity, economic manipulation, agricultural decline – Group

Leaders and members of a political pressure group, Asiwaju Mandate Group (AMG) from all communities in Owo Local Government Area read more 2027: We’ll deliver 70,000 votes for Tinubu in Owo LGA — Support group

Ending months of speculation about his next political move, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, on Monday, declared that “the real opposition has begun” after formally joining the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Atiku, a former Peoples Democratic Party(PDP) presidential candidate stated this shortly after receiving his ADC membership card at his Jada 1 Ward in Adamawa […] The post Atiku Picks ADC Membership Card In Adamawa, Says Real Opposition Has Begun first appeared on Business Today NG.

A Federal High Court in Abuja, presided over by Justice Mohammed Umar on Monday adjourned the trial of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for alleged cybercrime until February 4, 2026 for the commencement of trial. The matter, which was fixed for Monday by Justice Mohammed Umar, could not proceed due to the judge’s absence. The trial also […] The post Alleged Cybercrime: Court Adjourns Senator Natasha’s Trial To February 2026 first appeared on Business Today NG.

Following the recent judgment of life jailed handed over to leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, Nnamdi Kanu, by Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court, Abuja, the family of jailed IPOB leader on Monday rejecting the judgment, citing legal irregularities. In a statement issued on Monday and signed by Emmanuel Kanu on […] The post Nnamdi Kanu’s Family Rejects Court judgment, Cites Legal Irregularities first appeared on Business Today NG.

A prosecution witness in the ongoing trial of Olu Agunloye, former Minister of Power and Steel, has told the Federal read more Agunloye, ex-minister, forged $6bn Mambilla power contract document, witness tells court

The United States Government has promised to deepen security cooperation with Nigeria, including the provision of enhanced intelligence support, defence equipment, and articles to reinforce ongoing operations against terrorists and violent extremist groups in the country. This follows discussions and engagements held last week between a high-level Nigerian delegation and US officials, aimed at strengthening […] The post Insecurity: US To Provide Intelligence Support, Defence Equipment To Nigeria – Presidency first appeared on Business Today NG.

Following last week’s mass abduction at St. Mary’s Catholic Nursery, Primary, and Secondary School, the Catholic Diocese of Kontagora on Monday disclosed that 265 individuals, comprising 239 nursery and primary pupils, 14 secondary students, and 12 staff members, still remain in captivity. Out of the 265 victims, 239 are children from the Nursery and Primary […] The post UPDATE: 239 Nursery/Primary Pupils Among 265 Still Missing In Niger Students Abduction first appeared on Business Today NG.

With a legacy built on trust, innovation, and results, Stanbic IBTC Pension Managers, a member of Stanbic IBTC Holdings, has emerged as the Best Pension Fund Administrator (PFA) Nigeria 2025 at the prestigious Global Banking & Finance Awards®. The award celebrates Stanbic IBTC Pension Managers’ dedication to securing the financial future of millions of Nigerians. This […] The post Stanbic IBTC Pension Managers Wins Best PFA In Nigeria 2025 At Global Banking & Finance Awards first appeared on Business Today NG.

The Lagos State Internal Revenue Service (LIRS) has once again demonstrated excellence and sector leadership as it received major recognitions at the 2025 Peak Performer Awards, held at the Lagos Oriental Hotel on Tuesday, 18 November 2025, Solidifying its position as a leading institution in public sector excellence and innovation, in a proud moment for […] The post Subair Wins Board Chair Of The Year, As LIRS Emerges Top Revenue Agency first appeared on Business Today NG.

Paystack has defended its decision to terminate the employment of its co-founder and former chief technology officer, Ezra Olubi, saying read more Reputational fallout triggers Ezra Olubi’s sacking, as Paystack insists due process followed

Hanson Johnson, the newly elected board chairman of the Innovation Support Network (ISN) hub, has committed to driving meaningful investment read more ISN chairman seeks to drive investment in Nigeria’s entrepreneurship landscape

BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR— NNPC Limited has released its financial statement  for the full year ended 2024,  reporting a Profit After Tax of ₦5.4 trillion. Its revenue for the year grew by 88% year-on-year to ₦45.1 trillion while earnings Per Share: ₦27.07, 64% year-on-year growth The results, shared during its earnings call with analysts, underscore a year […] The post NNPCL Declares ₦5.4 Trillion Profit After Tax first appeared on Business Today NG.

Nigeria’s food security outlook has worsened over the last decade, with new global data showing that millions of households are read more Cost of healthy diets rises by 39.5% in 10yrs — Report

The National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF) officially flagged off its blended on-lending financing partnership with Psaltry International Company Limited over read more NADF, FCMB partner to support women cassava farmers in Oyo

A member of Christ Apostolic Church (CAC), Eruku in Kwara State, has narrated his ordeal in the kidnappers’ captivity. He was one of the worshippers abducted during evening service on November 18. Recall that on Sunday, President Bola Tinubu announced that all the 38 worshippers have been rescued. The victim, during an interview with TVC, […] The post Kwara Church Attack Survivor Narrates Ordeal In Kidnapper’s Den first appeared on Business Today NG.