The Federal Government has signed a landmark cooperation agreement with France to accelerate the digital transformation of Nigeria’s tax administration, read more Nigeria, France sign tax administration pact to drive digital reforms ahead of 2026 transition

HelloPumpkins, a non-governmental organisation focused on expanding access to Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics (STEAM) education, has received a read more HelloPumpkins gets N2m Global Changemakers grant to scale STEAM learning

The judiciary in Nigeria is no longer the hope of the everyday person Efficient contract enforcement is critical to the read more Why economies fail when contract enforcement fails: The era of justice denial for the common man

The season of budget speeches has begun, and Nigeria’s governors are outdoing one another in a contest of trillion-naira ambition. read more State budgets, big ambitions: Are Nigeria’s governors finally getting serious about development?

Since last Sunday, when the attempted coup d’etat was foiled in the Republic of Benin, many individuals and governments have read more Talon’s lucky escape, the tragedy of renegade presidents, Omisore and the pang of politics

Let us begin with a number that speaks not of extraction, but of construction: ₦757.4 billion. That is what MTN read more What Nigeria must learn from MTN

Nigeria stands at a pivotal moment. With over 70 percent of our population under the age of 35, we are read more Digital-first or left behind: The imperative for Nigeria’s young innovators

In a period when Nigeria is working hard to stabilise its economy, strengthen investor confidence, and rebuild the manufacturing sector, read more Why lawmakers must take a second look at the proposed excise amendment bill

“One falsehood spoils a thousand truths.” — Ashanti Proverb, Ghana Trust is the quietest control system in any organisation — read more Trust as a control: Preventing small leaks from becoming scandals — As we enter 2026

For more than two decades, women in rural Benue State have farmed some of Nigeria’s most fertile land without owning read more Land they work but can’t own: Story of Nigerian women farmers

…100 MW AI data centre to cost $1.1bn-Findings Over 300 Nigerian AI startups are training large language models and running read more Nigeria’s 300 AI startups train models abroad due to infrastructure gap

The Lagos State government has unveiled its transport policies designed to reduce the logistics pressure on roads and improve the read more Lagos seeks private capital to fund ambitious transport policies

The resurgence of military coups across Africa is stirring deep concerns about the continent’s democratic stability, particularly in West Africa, read more Coups: Sit-tight leaders, insecurity deepen W/ Africa’s democratic crisis

Nigeria’s $60 billion logistics industry is falling under the weight of infrastructural gaps and investment misfires that stifle its contribution read more Unlocking Nigeria’s supply chains: The port-rail-water solution

For years, Nigeria’s civic-tech community has worked hard to bring public finance data into the light. Anyone who has tried read more How AI tools are rewriting the story of public accountability in Nigeria

Nigerian creators won six out of ten categories at the 2025 TikTok Awards Sub-Saharan Africa held on Tuesday night in read more Nigerian content creators dominate TikTok Awards for Sub-Saharan Africa

The Bank of Industry (BOI) and the National Credit Guarantee Company (NCGC) have launched a ₦10 billion loan scheme aimed read more BOI, NCGC launch N10bn loan scheme to empower women-owned businesses

Idi Mukhtar Maiha, minister of livestock development, says the federal government is placing women at the centre of Nigeria’s livestock read more FG prioritises women in livestock transformation, says minister

The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has raised fresh concerns over the worsening state of the Basic Metal, Iron and read more MAN decry abuse of free trade zones, soaring production costs

The Federal Government has urged West African countries to deepen regional cooperation to curb transboundary animal diseases, warning that recurring read more FG calls for coordinated action to curb transboundary livestock diseases

BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—Ahead of recapitalization deadline, Lasaco Assurance Plc shareholders have given the green light for the company to raise additional capital, increasing its shareholders funds by N25 billion through a combination of Private Placement and Rights Issue. The approval was given during an Extraordinary General Meeting held at Lasaco House in Lagos on Tuesday. […] The post EGM: Lasaco Assurance Gets Shareholders’ Nod To Boost Capital Base By N25bn first appeared on Business Today NG.

Governor Ademola Adeleke has emerged as the governorship candidate of the Accord after the governorship primary held at Osogbo and observed by the electoral commission (INEC) and other observers. The governor scored 145 votes while five votes were voided. The governor who was the sole aspirant for the position accepted the nomination and asserted that […] The post Adeleke Wins Accord Governorship Primary, Pledges Strong Showing in 2026 first appeared on Business Today NG.

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) in Nigeria has ordered an immediate dismantling of non-essential static roadblocks and unauthorized checkpoints across key national highways, citing concerns about operational inefficiency and risks posed to both civilians and security personnel. The directive, issued through an internal communication dated December 5 and signed by Brigadier General A. Rabiu “for CDS”, […] The post BREAKING: Nigeria’s Defence Headquarters Orders Immediate Removal Of Non-Essential Roadblocks Nationwide first appeared on Business Today NG.

The Nigerian government on Wednesday arraigned former Minister of Aviation, Stella Oduah, alongside Gloria Odita, in an Abuja High Court over an alleged N2.4 billion fraud. The duo faces a five-count charge of alleged fraud, obtaining money by false pretence, and criminal breach of trust. According to the prosecution, the defendants allegedly conspired in January […] The post Nigerian Ex-Aviation Minister Stella Oduah, Associate Arraigned In Court For Alleged N2.4billion Fraud first appeared on Business Today NG.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has began an in-depth investigation into 46 bank accounts allegedly linked to former Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) Abubakar Malami, According to a source close to the former minister, he was invited for interrogation earlier on Monday but arrived later in the evening, prompting investigators to continue the […] The post EFCC Probes 46 Bank Accounts Linked to Ex-AGF Malami first appeared on Business Today NG.

Alex Grimaldo scored late to deny Newcastle United a Champions League comeback win at Bayer Leverkusen in a 2-2 draw read more UCL: Grimaldo header denies Newcastle win at Leverkusen

Manchester City came from behind to beat Real Madrid 2-1 on Wednesday in the Champions League, leaving Xabi Alonso’s position read more Champions League: Man City edge Real Madrid to pile pressure on Alonso

BY SUNDAY SAMUEL—A prosecution witness 3, PW3, Dajok Dakung Godfrey,  in the ongoing trial of  Okewole Dayo and Bishop Jonas Katung,  on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, narrated before Justice Sharon T. Ishaya of the Federal High Court, Jos, Plateau State, how he was allegedly defrauded of his hard-earned savings by the defendants, under the guise […] The post How Investor Was Defrauded Of N3.9m In Alleged Fadama Coop Scam first appeared on Business Today NG.

The Federal Executive Council (FEC), on Wednesday approved the purchase of 200 electric buses by the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC). The council also allocated  N58 billion to the project as part of efforts to modernise Nigeria’s transport sector and boost local automotive production. The Minister of State for Industry, Trade and Investment, […] The post FEC Approves N58bn for 200 Electric Buses to Modernise Nigeria’s Transport Sector first appeared on Business Today NG.

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) and the Fiscal Responsibility Commission (FRC) have signed a Memorandum read more ICPC, Fiscal Responsibility Commission deepen Nigeria’s anti-corruption drive

The Plateau State Police Command has announced the arrest of 15 suspected criminals who allegedly disguised themselves as commercial motorcyclists read more Police arrest 15 suspects posing as commercial motorcyclists in Plateau

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has approved a policy that will eliminate air transport taxes and slash read more ECOWAS moves to crash regional airfares, scrap aviation taxes from 2026

Ghana and Israel moved to contain a sudden diplomatic flare-up on Wednesday after Accra accused Israeli airport authorities of subjecting read more Ghana responds to Israel airport incident with bold diplomatic pushback

Afreximbank has highlighted the critical importance of factoring and supply chain finance (SCF) in narrowing Africa’s Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) financing gap and building resilient value chains across the continent. Speaking at Afreximbank’s annual Factoring Workshop in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, Mrs Kanayo Awani, Executive Vice President, Intra-African Trade and Export Development (IAED) at Afreximbank […] The post Africa’s Factoring Market Hits €50bn, But Still Far Below Potential — Afreximbank first appeared on Business Today NG.

A statement jointly signed by Talatu Ethan, Director Corporate Affairs (SON) and Zira Zakka Nagga, Head of Press and Public Relations (BPP) indicates that the MoU was signed by both the Director-General of BPP, Dr. Adebowale A. Adedokun, FCIPS, FCILT, ACFE and the Director-General of SON, Dr. Ifeanyi Chukwunonso Okeke, ACTI, FCA, FMSN at the […] The post SON, BPP Seal MoU To Strengthen ‘Nigeria First’ Policy in Federal Procurement first appeared on Business Today NG.

Yolat Inc. has quietly become one of the few African founded fintechs to secure approvals on both sides of the Atlantic.  read more Yolat’s Fintech Revolution: Seamless CrossBorder Payments Backed by Regulators