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“His word cannot be trusted” – Presidency knocks Obi over renewed one-term pledge
The Presidency on Thursday dismissed Peter Obi’s renewed promise to serve only one term if elected president in 2027, saying read more “His word cannot be trusted” – Presidency knocks Obi over renewed one-term pledge
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Police rescue physician from mob over false kidnapping in Oyo
The Oyo State Police Command has rescued a medical doctor practicing in the United States of America from mob action read more Police rescue physician from mob over false kidnapping in Oyo
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2027: Maku, Abbo, others pick Labour Party nominations forms (photos)
Heightened activity was recorded at the Labour Party national secretariat as the race for the party’s elective tickets gathered pace. read more 2027: Maku, Abbo, others pick Labour Party nominations forms (photos)
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Volatility Is Not the Problem. What Nigeria’s Finance Leaders Are Getting Wrong About Value Creation
In a room full of people who collectively manage, advise on, and influence billions of naira in capital, the most read more Volatility Is Not the Problem. What Nigeria’s Finance Leaders Are Getting Wrong About Value Creation
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Nigeria, Rwanda agree to deepen bilateral cooperation 
…As Nigeria considers Rwanda’s 30 day visa free reciprocity  President Bola Tinubu and President Paul Kagame  on Wednesday agreed to read more Nigeria, Rwanda agree to deepen bilateral cooperation 
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NNPC prioritise CNG over refinery stake, now Dangote says the door is shut 
When the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) quietly trimmed its shareholding in the Dangote Petroleum Refinery from 20 percent read more NNPC prioritise CNG over refinery stake, now Dangote says the door is shut 
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Bello Hassan urges accountants to embrace digital skills for career opportunities
To stay relevant in a fast-evolving global economy, Bello Hassan, the former managing director at NDIC, has advised Nigerian accountants read more Bello Hassan urges accountants to embrace digital skills for career opportunities
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ICAN inducts 1,993 new members at 77 ceremony
… Joanna Kolawole emerges star prize winner   The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) has inducted 1,993 new read more ICAN inducts 1,993 new members at 77 ceremony
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Emirates retains world’s most profitable airline after record $6.6bn group profit
The Emirates Group has announced record-breaking financial results for the 2025-26 fiscal year, with Emirates retaining its position as the read more Emirates retains world’s most profitable airline after record $6.6bn group profit
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Ethiopian Airlines sweeps 2026 APEX awards as Africa’s best
Ethiopian Airlines has received Best Airline in Africa 2026 APEX Passenger Choice Awards, a recognition that reflects the confidence and read more Ethiopian Airlines sweeps 2026 APEX awards as Africa’s best
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Naira strengthens as NFEM turnover hits record $1.89bn in single-day trade
The naira strengthened in the official foreign exchange (FX) market on Wednesday following a record surge in turnover at the read more Naira strengthens as NFEM turnover hits record $1.89bn in single-day trade
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WORLD IN BRIEF: Starmer fights off Labour revolt, Netanyahu reveals secret UAE trip during Iran war, Ghana evacuates citizens from South Africa and other stories
Starmer warns Labour against leadership contest amid growing revolt Keir Starmer, British Prime Minister  has warned Labour ministers and MPs read more WORLD IN BRIEF: Starmer fights off Labour revolt, Netanyahu reveals secret UAE trip during Iran war, Ghana evacuates citizens from South Africa and other stories
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MSF raises alarm over rising malnutrition, disease outbreaks in Nigeria
The international medical humanitarian organisation, Médecins Sans Frontières, has raised concern over the growing cases of malnutrition, recurring disease outbreaks read more MSF raises alarm over rising malnutrition, disease outbreaks in Nigeria
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LASRRA: Over 6.4m Lagos residents captured for service delivery 
No fewer than 6,465,667 residents have been captured and registered under the Lagos State Residents Registration Agency (LASRRA) exercise aimed at read more LASRRA: Over 6.4m Lagos residents captured for service delivery 
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Political parties in last minute scramble as INEC clock ticks
With exactly 17 days remaining until the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) May 30, 2026 deadline, the statutory window for read more Political parties in last minute scramble as INEC clock ticks
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How ex-power minister landed biggest-ever jail term for Nigerian govt official
A Nigerian federal court sentenced Saleh Mamman, former power minister to 75 years in prison on Tuesday, delivering what legal read more How ex-power minister landed biggest-ever jail term for Nigerian govt official
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Trump’s Venezuela oil grab squeezes Nigeria out of America’s market
Nigeria is losing ground in the United States crude oil market as Washington deepens its engagement with Venezuela’s oil sector read more Trump’s Venezuela oil grab squeezes Nigeria out of America’s market
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Pension assets growth slows on market shift
Nigeria’s pension industry recorded a moderation in asset growth in March 2026, reflecting shifting market conditions and strategic portfolio rebalancing read more Pension assets growth slows on market shift
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NiMet, CBN partner to strengthen economic forecasting through data sharing
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) and the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on read more NiMet, CBN partner to strengthen economic forecasting through data sharing
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Nigeria-South Africa Chamber urges calm as unrest threatens businesses, regional ties
The Nigeria-South Africa Chamber of Commerce has called for calm and constructive dialogue following renewed unrest in parts of South read more Nigeria-South Africa Chamber urges calm as unrest threatens businesses, regional ties
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Industrial pharmacists urge FG to declare national emergency on pharma manufacturing
The Association of Industrial Pharmacists of Nigeria (NAIP), Pharm. has called on the federal government to declare a national emergency read more Industrial pharmacists urge FG to declare national emergency on pharma manufacturing
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32.4 tonnes of waste daily, threatens UNILAG’s environment—VC
…but can become a wealth-creation initiative, a plastic recycling plant Folasade Ogunsola, the vice-chancellor of the University of Lagos (UNILAG), read more 32.4 tonnes of waste daily, threatens UNILAG’s environment—VC
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Rivers State University deepens digital expertise in host community, unveils ICT centre in Nkpolu-Oroworukwo
The host community of the pioneer technological institution in the Niger Delta is being primed to lead in digital revolution. read more Rivers State University deepens digital expertise in host community, unveils ICT centre in Nkpolu-Oroworukwo
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Man City keep title hope alive with 3-0 over Crystal Palace
Manchester City kept the Premier League title race alive with a dominant 3-0 victory over Crystal Palace at the Etihad read more Man City keep title hope alive with 3-0 over Crystal Palace
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Fire emergencies: NDDC comes to the rescue in Rivers with fire trucks
Most fire outbreaks in Port Harcourt and other parts of Rivers State hardly get tackled early due to poor firefighting read more Fire emergencies: NDDC comes to the rescue in Rivers with fire trucks
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APC’s screened list for Rivers House of Assembly joined controversy avenue
Just like everything concerning the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State, the list of screened aspirants into the state’s read more APC’s screened list for Rivers House of Assembly joined controversy avenue
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We are not pirating EPL matches or other contents, says Metro digital manager
…Cries out over disregard of court order, calls on EFCC to return seized property Contrary to widespread insinuations, local cable read more We are not pirating EPL matches or other contents, says Metro digital manager
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African Athletics Championships: Tobi Amusan delivers Nigeria’s first gold
Tobi Amusan secured Nigeria’s first gold medal at the ongoing African Athletics Championships with a podium finish in the women’s read more African Athletics Championships: Tobi Amusan delivers Nigeria’s first gold
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Youth-led MSMEs in Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa lag in digital readiness despite fintech boom – Study
Youth-led Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across Sub-Saharan Africa are facing what researchers describe as a growing digital maturity read more Youth-led MSMEs in Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa lag in digital readiness despite fintech boom – Study
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Visa deploys AI tools as global payment disputes jump 35%
Global payments giant Visa has unveiled a new suite of artificial intelligence-powered dispute resolution services aimed at helping banks, merchants read more Visa deploys AI tools as global payment disputes jump 35%
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Telecommunication service improvements underway amid consumer complaints- NCC
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has acknowledged growing public frustration over poor telecommunications services across parts of Nigeria, saying efforts read more Telecommunication service improvements underway amid consumer complaints- NCC
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Court Jails Saleh Mamman 75 years for N33.8billion Fraud
Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja on Wednesday, sentenced a former Minister of power, Saleh Mamman to 75 years imprisonment for money laundering charges. Mamman, who was absent in court, was prosecuted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, for money laundering to the tune of N33,804,830,503,73( Thirty Three […] The post Court Jails Saleh Mamman 75 years for N33.8billion Fraud appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Nigeria risks AI crisis without strong regulation, expert warns
Nigeria may face growing risks from Artificial Intelligence (AI) adoption if the country fails to introduce stronger laws and oversight read more Nigeria risks AI crisis without strong regulation, expert warns
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Motsepe says AFCON 2025 generated $2bn economic boost for Morocco
Patrice Motsepe, Confederation of African Football (CAF) president, says the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) generated an estimated $2 read more Motsepe says AFCON 2025 generated $2bn economic boost for Morocco
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Google unveils Gemini Intelligence as new AI layer powering Android ecosystem
Google has introduced a new artificial intelligence framework called Gemini Intelligence which is a major expansion of its Gemini AI read more Google unveils Gemini Intelligence as new AI layer powering Android ecosystem
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