Oluremi Tinubu, Nigeria’s First Lady, on Thursday, mobilised Federal Government institutions, including the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to raise about N65 billion for the National Community Food Bank Programme. The fund, according to Tinubu, is targeting initially, 500,000 households across the nation in the first year. The Board of Trustees that will manage […] read more FG, NNPCL, others raise N65bn for community food bank

A Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a fundamental rights suit filed by Omoyele Sowore, politician and online publisher of Sahara Reporters against the Department of State Services (DSS), its Director General, and Meta Platforms Incorporated (formerly Facebook). In a judgment delivered on Thursday, Justice Mohammed Garba Umar ruled against Sowore on all three […] read more Sowore loses case against DSS, Meta, to pay N1.5m damages

Nigeria’s agricultural sector faces a paradox that threatens its competitiveness in global markets: the same informal networks that enable rural commerce are systematically destroying value at scale. As international buyers tighten traceability requirements and impose stricter quality standards, the country’s reliance on relationship-based trade, what I call the “trust-me” economy, is proving to be an […] read more How Nigeria’s agricultural value chain loses $1.2 billion annually

…Bala Mohammed may weigh other options The African Democratic Congress (ADC) is on the brink of exclusion from the 2027 general elections following a deepening internal crisis that has effectively left the party without a recognised national leadership. The crisis stems from a recent Court of Appeal judgement that triggered uncertainty within the party, with […] read more ADC faces storms, risks exclusion from ballot

Trump removes Attorney General Pam Bondi Donald Trump, the US President  has dismissed Attorney General Pam Bondi, a longtime ally and staunch defender of his administration. Bondi, whose tenure was marked by scrutiny over the handling of files relating to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, will transition to a private sector role, Trump announced on […] read more WORLD IN BRIEF: Macron slams Trump, Baby shot dead in New York, Toddlers killed in Uganda, and other stories

Olatunji  Disu, Inspector-General of Police,  has ordered a large-scale deployment of security personnel to Plateau State following a deadly attack in Angwan Rukuba in Jos North, Plateau State. In a statement issued on Wednesday, by Anthony Placid, Force Public Relations Officer, the police chief strongly condemned the killings, describing them as senseless and unacceptable. He extended […] read more IGP deploys tactical teams after deadly Jos attack

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Rising transportation and production costs are tightening the grip on supply chains, sending food prices soaring just as Nigerian households prepare for the Easter festivities. What was meant to be a season of celebration has become a lesson in budgeting, as a recent BusinessDay market survey reveals that many families are aggressively scaling back their […] read more Food price surge dampens Easter mood for Nigerians

Flutterwave, Africa’s leading payments technology company, has secured a Nigerian banking license, enabling it to hold funds and deposits directly and strengthening its financial infrastructure in its largest market. The landmark announcement comes after the company processed over $40 billion in payments and enabled more than one billion unique transactions, making financial services and settlement flows […] read more Flutterwave secures Nigerian banking license to accelerate payment efficiency

BusinessDay Media Limited, Nigeria’s foremost platform for business, economic, and financial intelligence, has announced OPay as the headline sponsor of the BusinessDay Fintech Summit 2026, reinforcing a shared commitment to advancing innovation, financial inclusion, and digital infrastructure across Africa’s largest economy. The summit, themed “The Next Financial Frontier: Intelligence, Infrastructure & Inclusion in Africa’s Digital […] read more OPay named headline sponsor of BusinessDay Fintech Summit 2026

South Africa’s mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) market has grown into an industry worth more than R8 billion, offering a glimpse of what Nigeria could achieve if its own virtual operators finally move from paper licenses to live networks. Nigeria has issued 46 MVNO licenses since 2023, but only two are active, leaving more than […] read more South Africa’s MVNO success shows path for Nigeria’s idle licenses

..says Fund resilient despite headwinds The Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA) has attributed the sharp 91 percent decline in its 2025 profit to N161 billion to a combination of foreign exchange revaluation effects and temporary U.S. tariff shocks, stressing that its core operating performance remained stronger than the headline figures suggest. NSIA, manager of Nigeria’s […] read more NSIA cites US tariffs, FX revaluation as profit falls 91% to N161bn

…To launch new Payments System Vision within next month   The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has inaugurated a Payments Service Providers Committee as digital transactions in the country surged past N1 quadrillion, underscoring the scale and growing importance of the ecosystem to the broader economy.   Abdullahi Sani, deputy governor for Economic Policy, said […] read more CBN sets up payments service providers’ committee as transactions top N1 quadrillion

President Bola Tinubu on Thursday in Jos, Plateau State, promised succour for families of the recent killings at Rukuba town, promising to immediately install over 5000 digital cameras to monitor the activities of criminals in the city. Tinubu stated this at an interactive session with a cross section of community leaders, as part of his […] read more FG to install over 5000 digital cameras in Jos, assist family of victims

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the deployment of 5,000 Closed-Circuit Television cameras CCTV, to Plateau state to strengthen security and communication following the Angwan Rukuba attack in Jos North Local Government Area that left 28 people dead. The directive formed part of measures announced during his visit to the state. President Tinubu disclosed this […] read more Jos killings: Tinubu orders 5,000 CCTV cameras, vows justice

Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State has unveiled the 2026 Nasarawa Investment Summit, announcing plans for a “Lafia Declaration” aimed at institutionalising reforms and providing a clear development pathway for the state capital, which he noted lacks a comprehensive master plan. Speaking at the Conference Hall of the Abdullahi Sule Investment Centre along Muhammadu Buhari […] read more Sule unveils Nasarawa Investment Summit 2026

FIFA has sparked global outrage after raising the ticket price for the 2026 World Cup final to a staggering $10,990, the highest ever in football history. The pricing, revealed during a last-minute sales phase on April 1, marks a dramatic escalation from earlier projections and previous tournaments. It represents nearly a 600 percent increase from […] read more FIFA faces backlash as 2026 World Cup final tickets hit record $11,000

Kogi State has recorded a significant milestone in its health sector, with malaria prevalence dropping from 16 percent in 2021 to 8.9 percent in 2025, according to the latest National Malaria Indicator Survey (NMIS). The Kogi State Commissioner for Health, Abdulazeez Adams disclosed that the state has now moved from the “Moderate A” transmission category, […] read more Kogi: Malaria prevalence drops from 16% in 2021 to 8.9% in 2025 — Commissioner

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has sacked Black Stars head coach Otto Addo just two months before the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, following the team’s defeat to Germany in an international friendly. Ghana lost 2–1 in Stuttgart on Monday, with the hosts sealing victory through a late goal by striker Deniz Undav. […] read more Ghana sack Otto Addo ahead of 2026 World Cup

Gift card trading has become one of the most popular ways Nigerians convert unused gift cards into naira or cryptocurrency. Whether you have an Amazon, iTunes, Steam, or Google Play gift card, the right app can mean the difference between getting top rates and losing money on a bad deal. In Nigeria, dozens of platforms […] read more Best Apps to Trade Gift Cards in Nigeria

Dr. Ezekiel Adamu, Group CEO of Balmoral Group and promoter of Chaos in the Ring, has outlined an ambitious plan to transform Nigeria’s boxing industry into a major economic driver. With a flagship event set for May 1, 2026, Adamu said the vision extends far beyond fight night, positioning the platform as part of a […] read more Chaos in the Ring: Adamu targets economic transformation for Nigerian boxing

George Gao, China’s former top disease control official, is positioning Nigeria as a potential hub for vaccine development in Africa, as Beijing deepens its scientific and health ties with the continent’s largest economy. Gao led a delegation of senior scientists to the Nigerian Institute of Medical Research (NIMR) in Lagos, opening talks that could reshape […] read more China’s chief targets Nigeria as Africa’s next vaccine hub

Nigeria is stepping up efforts to reduce its dependence on foreign medical data with the development of a 400,000-sample biobank, a move that could reshape how diseases are studied and treated in Africa’s most populous country. The Nigerian Institute of Medical Research (NIMR) says its growing repository of biological samples, collected over years of clinical […] read more Nigeria builds 400,000-sample biobank to cut reliance on foreign disease data

Let’s be honest: receiving Bitcoin as a Nigerian can feel stressful sometimes, especially if you are a beginner. There are so many apps and so many traders. There are so many factors to worry about, from bank restrictions to crypto scams. However, it shouldn’t be hard at all. All you need to do is choose […] read more Top Bitcoin Receiving Apps in Nigeria for Fast and Secure BTC Transfers (2026)

Looking for a simple and straightforward way to turn traffic into revenue? The TEMU Affiliate Program – one of the few programs that truly opens the door to anyone with willing to share – is definitely your best choice. No matter your background, audience size, or experience level, this program truly welcomes all. With competitive […] read more The TEMU Affiliate Program: A Complete Guide to Boosting Your Income and User Engagement

With the 2026 FIFA World Cup fast approaching, attention is turning not just to who will play but also to the high-profile countries that will not be participating. This year marks the third consecutive tournament without Italy, one of the sport’s most decorated nations. Alongside Italy, Denmark, Poland, Nigeria, and Cameroon will also be absent, […] read more Here are five big footballing nations missing from 2026 FIFA World Cup

Nigeria is moving to refloat a national shipping line after nearly three decades without one. Adegboyega Oyetola, minister of marine and blue economy, during the Ministry’s first quarter stakeholders’ engagement in Lagos on Thursday, said that the government has “secured the interest” of foreign partners including AD Ports Group and DP World to collaborate on […] read more Nigeria taps UAE port operators to revive national shipping line

The Canadian government has introduced a new accountability measure for passport services, promising a full refund to applicants if processing times exceed 30 business days. The “30 days or free” guarantee is part of a strategy to modernise Canadian public services and provide a more consistent experience for those seeking international travel documents. Lena Metlege Diab, […] read more Canadian passport applicants to receive refund if processing exceeds 30 days

The federal government has affirmed that there will be no more strikes in Nigerian tertiary institutions, assuring stakeholders that universities and polytechnics will remain open for all academic sessions. Tunji Alausa, the minister of education gave the assurance at the presentation of awards to winners of the students venture capital grant initiative in Lagos, when […] read more FG declares end to ASUU strikes

Waidi Shaibu, the Chief of Army Staff,  on Thursday led heads of security agencies on an on-the-spot assessment of the security situation in Jos, Plateau State, as part of renewed efforts to restore calm and entrench lasting peace. During the visit, the COAS received a comprehensive operational briefing from the   Folusho Oyinlola, General Officer Commanding […] read more Chief of Army Staff storms Plateau, leads security chiefs on peace mission

Fidelity Bank has entered into a strategic partnership with Frankfurt-based Aircraft Finance Germany (AFG) to streamline aircraft leasing and acquisition. The alliance, announced during the maiden Nigerian Aircraft Acquisition and Investment Summit in Lagos on Thursday marks shift from the prohibitive costs of outright aircraft purchases toward a sustainable, lease-rental-based model for domestic operators. Stanley […] read more Fidelity, AFG partner on aircraft leasing, acquisition for Nigerian airlines

President Bola Tinubu on Thursday met President Idris Derby Itno of Republic of Chad, at the presidential Villa, Abuja Although details of the meeting which is currently ongoing are not available immediately, BusinessDay gathered that the visit is aimed at further strengthening diplomatic relationships between Nigeria and Chad. Chad and Nigeria had been at the […] read more Tinubu meets Idris Itno, Chadian leader

Nigeria’s 2025-2026 cocoa midcrop output is expected to rise, bolstered by improved weather conditions in key growing regions, which is also expected to enhance bean quality. Farmers told BusinessDay that the intermittent rainfall since the beginning of the year has helped prevent dry spells in key producing states, which has boosted output. They added that […] read more Improved weather to lift Nigeria’s cocoa midcrop output, quality

Nigeria’s HIV burden continues to surge despite mitigation measures by experts and industry leaders, as about 20,838 HIV-positive cases were recorded in the first quarter of 2026, according to the Nigerian National Data Repository (NDR) report. Experts say that if HIV prevention vaccines were available, accessible, and affordable, Nigeria’s HIV burden could be controlled. A […] read more N2.4 billion could have prevented Nigeria’s HIV surge in Q1, 2026

Nigeria has unveiled an ambitious plan to reposition the oil palm industry as a major economic driver, targeting a 10 percent share of the global market and lifting about two million citizens out of poverty within six years. Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi, minister of state, Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, stated this in his […] read more Nigeria targets 10% global palm oil share, 2 million jobs in new sector reset

Flutterwave has taken steps to deepen its role in Nigeria’s financial system by moving into microfinance banking which signals a shift from payments infrastructure to full-stack financial services. The company is positioning itself to operate a microfinance bank (MFB), a move that would allow it to hold customer deposits, offer loans, and build a broader […] read more Flutterwave edge closer to banking with microfinance licence