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Kenya to confront Russia over secret recruitment of its citizens for Ukraine war
Kenya says it will open talks with Russia over what it describes as the secret and illegal recruitment of its read more Kenya to confront Russia over secret recruitment of its citizens for Ukraine war
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2026 climate outlook: FG warns of warmer temperatures, variable rains across Nigeria
The Federal Government has warned that Nigeria is likely to experience warmer temperatures and varying rainfall patterns in 2026, urging read more 2026 climate outlook: FG warns of warmer temperatures, variable rains across Nigeria
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Tinubu Congratulates Nigerian-Descent Players After Seahawks’ Super Bowl 60 Win
President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday congratulates players of Nigerian descent who led the Seattle Seahawks to victory in Super Bowl 60 at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, on Sunday. The Seattle Seahawks routed the New England Patriots 29–13 to claim their second Lombardi Trophy. Players of Nigerian descent on the team’s lineup who helped […] The post Tinubu Congratulates Nigerian-Descent Players After Seahawks’ Super Bowl 60 Win appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Tinubu Approves Key Appointments in Science, Power and Fiscal Agencies
BY OLUREMI BADMUS –-President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Tuesday approved key appointments across Nigeria’s science, power and fiscal management institutions, naming new leadership for the Sheda Science and Technology Complex (SHESTCO), the Nigerian Electricity Management Services Agency (NEMSA), and the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC). The President appointed Hon. Magaji Da’u Aliyu as […] The post Tinubu Approves Key Appointments in Science, Power and Fiscal Agencies appeared first on Business Today NG.
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First look at the Lagos coastal road opportunities and challenges
Fifty years after its initial conception, the controversial Lagos–Calabar Coastal Highway is finally showing signs that it may realise its read more First look at the Lagos coastal road opportunities and challenges
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Botswana looks beyond diamonds as mining push gathers pace
Botswana is preparing to widen its search for minerals beyond diamonds, signalling a strategic shift for an economy long built read more Botswana looks beyond diamonds as mining push gathers pace
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SEC urges civil servants to invest in capital market for wealth creation, retirement security
Nigeria’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has urged civil servants to take advantage of opportunities in the capital market to read more SEC urges civil servants to invest in capital market for wealth creation, retirement security
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Voter’s card for auction: Request for expressions of interest
This is the third time I am advertising the sale of my PVC. The first was on 5/4/11; the second read more Voter’s card for auction: Request for expressions of interest
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Nigeria’s anti-corruption efforts fall short as global ranking slips two places
Nigeria’s long ongoing battle against corruption has suffered another setback, as the country slipped two places to 142nd out of read more Nigeria’s anti-corruption efforts fall short as global ranking slips two places
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Reps tackle chief medical directors for allocating below 1% to research amid disease outbreaks
The House of Representatives on Tuesday criticised chief medical directors (CMDs) of Nigeria’s teaching hospitals over their failure to prioritise read more Reps tackle chief medical directors for allocating below 1% to research amid disease outbreaks
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Jumia bullish on Egypt rebound, sees easing competitive pressure from Temu
Jumia has expressed optimism about a turnaround in its Egypt operations, citing restructuring efforts, rising weekly revenues, and expectations of read more Jumia bullish on Egypt rebound, sees easing competitive pressure from Temu
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Tech in agriculture will create economies of scale that cut prices – Aderibigbe
Stanford Aderibigbe is a highly accomplished bank executive and regulator in the United States. He retired from CFPB, a US read more Tech in agriculture will create economies of scale that cut prices – Aderibigbe
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NAICOM, CRC advance data sharing to boost underwriting, fraud detection
The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) and CRC Credit Bureau are advancing discussions on a strategic collaboration that could reshape underwriting, read more NAICOM, CRC advance data sharing to boost underwriting, fraud detection
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Space suppliers optimistic as managed offices lead market shift
Over the years, the office market in Nigeria and space suppliers or landlords have been guided by optimism about economic read more Space suppliers optimistic as managed offices lead market shift
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Cornerstone Insurance records N43.7bn revenue in FY 2025
Cornerstone Insurance Plc, one of Nigeria’s foremost insurance underwriters, has announced its unaudited financial results for the year ended December read more Cornerstone Insurance records N43.7bn revenue in FY 2025
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Kartel Energy unveils solar products, lithium battery systems to tackle Nigeria’s power crisis
Kartel Energy Limited has launched two product lines aimed at addressing Nigeria’s chronic electricity shortage, unveiling solar street lighting and read more Kartel Energy unveils solar products, lithium battery systems to tackle Nigeria’s power crisis
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Investor seeks govt, industry collaboration to unlock dormant land assets
Rehoovoot Nigeria Limited, a Lagos-based real estate investment and property consultancy firm, has canvassed the collaboration of government and industry read more Investor seeks govt, industry collaboration to unlock dormant land assets
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How pension industry’s quiet gains are reshaping retirement security
For many Nigerians, the word pension still carries a sense of fear, frustration, and distrust. It evokes memories of elderly read more How pension industry’s quiet gains are reshaping retirement security
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Electoral Act Amendment: Arewa group backs e-transmission of results
A Northern interest group, Arewa 100% Focus, has called on the National Assembly to consider the interests of Nigerians and read more Electoral Act Amendment: Arewa group backs e-transmission of results
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Zelensky calls Russian energy infrastructure legitimate target amid escalating strikes
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Sunday that Russia’s energy infrastructure is a legitimate target for Ukrainian strikes, arguing that read more Zelensky calls Russian energy infrastructure legitimate target amid escalating strikes
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Senate bows to pressure, amends e-transmission of election results
…Removes Real-Time Transmission from Amendment The Senate on Tuesday bowed to mounting political and public pressure by amending provisions on read more Senate bows to pressure, amends e-transmission of election results
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Any attack on Russia will trigger “full-fledged military response,” Lavrov warns Europe
Russia will respond with all available means in the event of an attack by Europe, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov read more Any attack on Russia will trigger “full-fledged military response,” Lavrov warns Europe
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China restates commitment to expanding development opportunities with Nigeria
Yan Yuqing, Consul General of China in Lagos says her country remains firmly committed to expanding high-level opening up and read more China restates commitment to expanding development opportunities with Nigeria
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PenCom Licenses Awabah as Nigeria’s First Accredited Pension Agent
BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—The National Pension Commission (PenCom) has officially licensed Awabah as Nigeria’s first Accredited Pension Agent (APA) under the Personal Pension Plan (PPP). The formal unveiling took place in Abuja, where PenCom Director General, Ms. Omolola Oloworaran, presented the operational APA licence to Awabah’s CEO, Tunji Andrews. The move positions Awabah to expand pension […] The post PenCom Licenses Awabah as Nigeria’s First Accredited Pension Agent appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Bandit attack exposes fragile local peace deals across northern Nigeria
When leaders from Doma town in Nigeria's northern Katsina state struck a deal with local gunmen last September, everyone hoped the attacks... read more Bandit attack exposes fragile local peace deals across northern Nigeria
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Heavy security as Usman takes over Labour Party
There was a heavy security presence on Tuesday, as Nenadi Usman, the Interim National Chairman of the Labour Party, assumed read more Heavy security as Usman takes over Labour Party
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African giants Simba SC, Raja Casablanca target Stanley Nwabali
Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has reportedly become a primary target for Tanzanian powerhouse Simba SC and Moroccan giants Raja read more African giants Simba SC, Raja Casablanca target Stanley Nwabali
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Nigeria Revenue Service grew income by 30% to N28.3trn in 2025
…exceeded revenue target by 12% The Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) has announced a staggering 30 percent increase in annual revenue, read more Nigeria Revenue Service grew income by 30% to N28.3trn in 2025
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Rowdy session in Senate over electronic transmission of results
The Senate experienced a rowdy session on Tuesday during debate on the electronic transmission of results in the Electoral Act read more Rowdy session in Senate over electronic transmission of results
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Universal Insurance Emerges Best Insurance Company Supporting Youth Drug Abuse Prevention in Nigeria
Universal Insurance Plc has once again demonstrated strong leadership in corporate social responsibility, emerging as the Best Insurance Company Supporting Youth Drug and Substance Abuse Prevention Programmes in Nigeria. The award was presented at the 11th National Summit on Drug and Substance Abuse Prevention, organised by the African Youths Initiative on Crime Prevention (AYICRIP). The […] The post Universal Insurance Emerges Best Insurance Company Supporting Youth Drug Abuse Prevention in Nigeria appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Cornerstone Insurance Reports Robust 2025 Performance with 44% Revenue Growth
BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—Cornerstone Insurance Plc has announced a strong financial performance for the year ended December 31, 2025, recording a 44 per cent increase in insurance revenue to ₦43.7 billion, up from ₦30.4 billion in the previous year. The company also delivered a significant improvement in its insurance service result, which rose to ₦10.7 billion, […] The post Cornerstone Insurance Reports Robust 2025 Performance with 44% Revenue Growth appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Bvndle appoints Okpala as Board chairman, Igbojekwe as Non-Executive Director
Bvndle Loyalty Limited, Nigeria’s fast-growing loyalty and rewards platform, has appointed Nonso Okpala, Group Managing Director of VFD Group, as read more Bvndle appoints Okpala as Board chairman, Igbojekwe as Non-Executive Director
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BUA Foods names Khalifa Rabiu to executive role as growth push deepens
BUA Foods Plc has appointed Isyaku Abdulsamad “Khalifa” Rabiu as chief officer for global procurement and strategic operations, strengthening its read more BUA Foods names Khalifa Rabiu to executive role as growth push deepens
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CBN cautions governors against election-year spending spree
As Nigeria prepares for a new election cycle, Olayemi Cardoso, the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), has urged state governors. read more CBN cautions governors against election-year spending spree
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From Chat to Commerce: The next operating system for small businesses
Across Nigeria and much of Africa, millions of small businesses start their day the same way: by opening a messaging read more From Chat to Commerce: The next operating system for small businesses
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Extrajudicial killing: Bayelsans seek justice in youth’s death following alleged police brutality
The death of one Patrick Peresuodei, 24, following alleged police torture and brutality has cast searchlight on the activities of read more Extrajudicial killing: Bayelsans seek justice in youth’s death following alleged police brutality
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