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Data boom, 5G rollout lift telecoms to N18.5tn GDP mark in 2025
Nigeria’s telecommunications industry tightened its hold on the economy in 2025, posting a real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) contribution of read more Data boom, 5G rollout lift telecoms to N18.5tn GDP mark in 2025
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Nigeria’s net reserves surged nearly 9-fold to $34.8bn in just two years
Nigeria’s net external reserves surged by 772.18 percent in two years to $34.80 billion at the end of 2025 from read more Nigeria’s net reserves surged nearly 9-fold to $34.8bn in just two years
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Edun signals PIA review as Tinubu’s executive order 9 takes effect
The federal government’s push to tighten control over its petroleum revenues has kicked into gear as Wale Edun, minister of read more Edun signals PIA review as Tinubu’s executive order 9 takes effect
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‎Osun PDP structures back Adeleke as Reps’ members defect to Accord
‎The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Osun State, on Monday, declared total support for the re-election of Governor Ademola Adeleke read more ‎Osun PDP structures back Adeleke as Reps’ members defect to Accord
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Mutual Benefits boosts governance structure for enhanced compliance
Mutual Benefits Assurance Plc says it has undertaken a comprehensive review of its governance, reporting and compliance frameworks, leading to read more Mutual Benefits boosts governance structure for enhanced compliance
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Akwa Ibom boosts aviation growth with delivery of two airbuses
…announces commencement of international flights Akwa Ibom has concluded plans to take delivery of two new Airbus aircraft within the read more Akwa Ibom boosts aviation growth with delivery of two airbuses
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President of Botswana appoints Akinwole II Omoboriowo as Vice Chairman of Botswana Power Corporation’s Board of Directors
Botswana’s energy sector is set to gain a new strong voice with clear vision at its highest levels following the read more President of Botswana appoints Akinwole II Omoboriowo as Vice Chairman of Botswana Power Corporation’s Board of Directors
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Collaboration seen driving digital commerce innovation across Africa
Collaboration is emerging as the defining force behind the next phase of digital commerce growth across Africa, as banks, fintechs, read more Collaboration seen driving digital commerce innovation across Africa
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Collaboration seen driving digital commerce innovation across Africa
Collaboration is emerging as the defining force behind the next phase of digital commerce growth across Africa, as banks, fintechs, read more Collaboration seen driving digital commerce innovation across Africa
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Family debunks ICPC’s allegation of wiretapping equipment recovery from El-Rufai’s home
The family of Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai, former Kaduna State governor, has debunked the allegation by the Independent Corrupt Practices and read more Family debunks ICPC’s allegation of wiretapping equipment recovery from El-Rufai’s home
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Aradel, Dangote Cement, NGX Group power market’s N1.72trn gain
The Nigerian stock market has entered a fresh phase of bullish expansion, as a powerful combination of corporate heavyweights propel read more Aradel, Dangote Cement, NGX Group power market’s N1.72trn gain
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Economic impact of global violence hits $19.97 tr – security expert
… Says early conflict signs must be identified and checked The heightening insecurity across the world is increasingly becoming worrisome read more Economic impact of global violence hits $19.97 tr – security expert
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United Capital to pay N12.6bn final dividend as profit rises by 16.5%
United Capital, an investment banking firm, has proposed a final dividend payout of N12.6 billion for the full year ended read more United Capital to pay N12.6bn final dividend as profit rises by 16.5%
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Tinubu presides over meeting of Police Council, to confirm Disu as IGP
President Bola Tinubu on Monday, presided over the meeting of the Police Council. The Police Council meeting which was established read more Tinubu presides over meeting of Police Council, to confirm Disu as IGP
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ICPC says it recovered wiretapping devices from El-Rufai’s Abuja home
…seeks court backing for continued detention The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has told the High read more ICPC says it recovered wiretapping devices from El-Rufai’s Abuja home
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El-Rufai’s family dismisses ICPC allegations, denies discovery of phone-tapping equipment
The family of former Kaduna State governor, Nasir Ahmad El‑Rufai, has rejected allegations by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other read more El-Rufai’s family dismisses ICPC allegations, denies discovery of phone-tapping equipment
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Skymark Partners plans to raise N10bn in commercial paper issuance
Skymark Partners Limited has strengthened its footprint in Nigeria’s short-term debt market with the listing of four new commercial paper read more Skymark Partners plans to raise N10bn in commercial paper issuance
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Ondo Police Defend Legality of Idanre Arrest, Reaffirm Zero Tolerance for Corruption
The Ondo State Police Command on Monday addressed the recent allegations published by Sahara reporters on 2nd of March, 2026 circulating in relation to the arrest of six suspected fraudsters over miracle scam in Idanre. The Command emphasized that the arrests were carried out in full compliance with due process and established criminal investigation procedures, […] The post Ondo Police Defend Legality of Idanre Arrest, Reaffirm Zero Tolerance for Corruption appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Bilateral Deal: Nigeria, Cameroon Strengthen Aviation Safety with New Rescue Pact
Nigeria and Cameroon have signed a landmark Technical Aeronautical Search and Rescue Agreement aimed at enhancing aviation safety, emergency response, and regional cooperation. The agreement was formalized by Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, and Cameroon’s Transport Minister, Jean Ernest Ngalle Bibehe, and is designed to strengthen joint operations, communication, and coordination […] The post Bilateral Deal: Nigeria, Cameroon Strengthen Aviation Safety with New Rescue Pact appeared first on Business Today NG.
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From shadow finance to a $1 trillion digital economy: Unpacking Nigeria’s VARA framework
Nigeria currently stands at a pivotal economic crossroads. As the federal government actively pursues an ambitious $1 trillion economy, the read more From shadow finance to a $1 trillion digital economy: Unpacking Nigeria’s VARA framework
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Nnamdi Chife returns to Terra Industries as VP military relations
Terra Industries, the fast-rising Nigerian defence-tech firm behind locally built drones and automated surveillance systems, has brought back Nnamdi Chife read more Nnamdi Chife returns to Terra Industries as VP military relations
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War hits Kuwait as jets fall and drones fill Gulf skies
Loud explosions and the wail of sirens shattered the early morning calm in Kuwait on Monday as the widening confrontation read more War hits Kuwait as jets fall and drones fill Gulf skies
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FAAN Acknowledges Delays, Promises Smoother Access Under New Cashless Regime
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), has acknowledged the traffic delays experienced at airport access gates following the commencement of its Go Cashless Programme, assuring motorists and airport users that measures have been put in place to ensure smoother and more efficient entry going forward. The authority said the temporary congestion recorded at the […] The post FAAN Acknowledges Delays, Promises Smoother Access Under New Cashless Regime appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Zichis plans dividend payout, bonus shares to calm investors after trading suspension
Zichis Agro-Allied Industries Plc has proposed a 20 kobo dividend to its shareholders, a move that comes just one week read more Zichis plans dividend payout, bonus shares to calm investors after trading suspension
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Israel strikes Lebanon as regional conflict spreads across Middle East
Israel launched air strikes on Lebanon in the early hours of Monday, saying it was targeting Hezbollah positions after accusing... read more Israel strikes Lebanon as regional conflict spreads across Middle East
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Edo Court Convicts Businesswoman Over ₦20 Million Mortgage Fraud
The Benin Zonal Directorate of the EFCC has secured the conviction of Ifeoma Joy Bogamhe, a business woman for property fraud. Ifeoma was arraigned on a two count amended charge of fraudulent disposition of mortgage property in June 2025 before Justice W.I. Aziegbemhin of the Edo State High Court sitting in Benin City. The post Edo Court Convicts Businesswoman Over ₦20 Million Mortgage Fraud appeared first on Business Today NG.
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FG, AFC seal $1.3bn alumina pact for mining growth, FX inflows
The Federal Government and Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) have signed a landmark $1.3 billion Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to develop read more FG, AFC seal $1.3bn alumina pact for mining growth, FX inflows
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Dangote Cement targets more African expansion after record N1trn profit
Dangote Cement Plc, Africa’s biggest cement maker, is doubling down on its expansion plans across the continent, including South Africa, read more Dangote Cement targets more African expansion after record N1trn profit
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Nigeria begins implementation of executive order on direct oil revenues remittance to FAAC
The Federal Government, in a bid to safeguard Federal revenues and strengthen the management of petroleum revenue flows has commenced read more Nigeria begins implementation of executive order on direct oil revenues remittance to FAAC
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Oyetola lists economic, infrastructure reasons for Tinubu endorsement
Adegboyega Oyetola, Minister of Marine and Blue Economy and leader of the All-Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State... read more Oyetola lists economic, infrastructure reasons for Tinubu endorsement
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2027: Parties race to beat INEC deadline on submission of digital registers
Political parties across the country have intensified efforts to digitise their membership databases as the deadline for submission of electronic read more 2027: Parties race to beat INEC deadline on submission of digital registers
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Shiites in Kano, Sokoto, and other cities protest over death of Iranian leader, Ayatollah Khamenei
Hundreds of people, members of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria (IMN), mainly Shiites, took to the streets in the northern read more Shiites in Kano, Sokoto, and other cities protest over death of Iranian leader, Ayatollah Khamenei
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Nigeria set to recieve new HIV prevention drug March, FG
Nigeria is set to receive its first consignments of the landmark Lenacapavir, a new HIV prevention medicine, in March 2026, read more Nigeria set to recieve new HIV prevention drug March, FG
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Nigeria splits prized OPL 245 oil block between Shell, Eni to end decades-long standoff
Nigeria has broken up its prized OPL 245 deepwater oil block into four new assets to be co-developed by Shell read more Nigeria splits prized OPL 245 oil block between Shell, Eni to end decades-long standoff
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Transcorp crosses N1trn in assets on strong business growth
Transnational Corporation Plc has reported its full-year 2025 results, with total assets surpassing N1 trillion for the first time, driven read more Transcorp crosses N1trn in assets on strong business growth
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The sovereign ROI of inclusion – Nigeria’s return to its economic DNA
Every nation holds untapped potential. In Nigeria, much of it lies in talent that has yet to be fully absorbed read more The sovereign ROI of inclusion – Nigeria’s return to its economic DNA
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