The House of Representatives has scheduled an emergency sitting on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, to review matters arising from the read more Reps to hold emergency sitting Tuesday to discuss electoral matters 

Three youth-led startups have won pre-seed funding to expand solutions aimed at reducing food losses and tackling climate pressures in read more Three Nigerian startups receive funding to tackle food crisis

The Benue state government has launched a free digital skills programme aimed at training 23,000 young people, as part of read more Benue targets 23,000 youths in free digital skills drive to tackle unemployment

Nigerians who made fraudulent naturalisation applications will be stripped of their citizenship of the United States (US). This has caused read more Nigerians with fraudulent naturalisation applications to be stripped of US citizenship 

Nigeria has called for stricter fiscal discipline, stronger institutional accountability, and the immediate implementation of outstanding audit recommendations across organs read more Nigeria demands fiscal discipline, accountability at AU Executive Council

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has dismissed 43 of its personnel over offences bordering on desertion, scandalous conduct and read more FRSC dismisses 43 personnel over scandalous conduct, patrol misconduct

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) has revealed that Seplat Energy Plc will carry out routine maintenance on its read more Seplat to cut gas supply for four-day maintenance, NNPC says

….January study visa applications have hit their lowest level in four years further depleting the tuition fee income for many read more UK: Int’l students miss January intake, induction caused by visa delays, compliance rules

Licensed customs agents and freight forwarders under the Association of Nigerian Licensed Customs Agents (ANLCA) and the National Association of read more Customs agents, freight forwarders back Single Window project

Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen has been named among the world’s most prolific international goalscorers, earning a place in the elite read more Victor Osimhen named among IFFHS World’s top scorers

Nasir El-Rufai, former Kaduna State governor, has alleged political undertones behind a United States legislative proposal that lists former Kano read more El-Rufai links US sanctions bill naming Kwankwaso to domestic politics, questions security failures

Reactions continue to pour in across Nigeria after, Nasir El-Rufai, former governor of Kaduna State, claimed a telephone conversation allegedly read more El-Rufai’s phone-tapping claim sparks national outcry, deepens political divide

Executive Summary For decades, software development organizations have treated “Quality” as a specialized function, a final checkpoint managed by a read more Quality Is a Business Metric, Not a QA Metric: Shifting from Gatekeeping to Risk Management

The Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara has submitted a list of commissioner nominees to the Rivers State House of Assembly read more Fubara submits cabinet list to Rivers Assembly 

The Super Eagles’ hopes of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup appear good, as the world football governing body read more 2026 World Cup: FIFA to rule on Nigeria’s petition against DR Congo Monday

Many students want to study abroad, but costs remain a barrier. Tuition fees, travel expenses and living costs often prevent read more 5 fully funded scholarships you should apply for in 2026

Whether you want to connect with nature in the Alps or are craving a seaside reset on the French Riviera, read more 9 European cities for every traveller type

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In a significant boost for Nigeria’s academic standing, the University of Ibadan, University of Lagos, and Obafemi Awolowo University have read more UI, UNILAG, OAU among 2026 top 10 West African universities

Relative calm has returned to Makoko’s waterfront after weeks of tension, protests and uncertainty triggered by the Lagos State Government’s read more Makoko’s Five-Point Pact: Peace today, the implementation test tomorrow

The 2026 NPA Lagos International Polo Tournament once again transformed the historic Lagos Polo Club in Ikoyi into a theatre read more How Danbata’s Kano Golden Alchemy seized the spotlight at 2026 NPA Lagos Polo

Nigeria’s real estate securities are entering a decisive phase as macroeconomic stabilisation, infrastructure expansion, and asset repricing combine to reshape read more Nigeria’s listed property funds ride on infrastructure wave amid macro shifts

In my usual tradition, early this year, I found myself pausing to look ahead at my life, to ensure it read more Potential is not one-dimensional: Rethinking what it takes to be fulfilled

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered an intensified security crackdown across Nigeria’s North Central region following the deadly Woro attack read more Tinubu intensifies security crackdown across North Central Region after 75 die in Woro attack

AXA Mansard has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening relationships with customers through thoughtful Valentine’s Day initiatives designed to celebrate loyalty, read more AXA Mansard reinforces customer bond on Valentine’s Day

Justice S.M Shuaibu of the Federal High Court sitting in Kano on Friday,  February 13, 2026 convicted and sentenced a Kannywood actress, Saadatu Mohammed Inuwa, (a.k.a Samha)  to six months imprisonment for the abuse and mutilation of the Naira. The actress was arraigned on a one-count charge bordering on the mutilation of the Nigerian currency, […] The post Kano Court Jails Kannywood Actress Six Months appeared first on Business Today NG.

Foday Mansaray, director-general of Sierra Leone’s Petroleum Directorate, on Tuesday paid an official visit to Oilden Energies, an engagement that read more Sierra Leonean oil minister visits Oiden Energies as company expands to W’African nation

…conducts state gov’ship, state assemblies’ polls in March The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has fixed February 20, 2027 for read more INEC fixes Feb 2027 for presidential, national assembly polls

Ubon Udoh, managing director and CEO of the Abdul Samad Rabiu Initiative for Africa (ASR Africa), has called for a read more Stakeholders advocate private sector solutions for Nigeria’s IDP Crisis

As Valentine’s Day approaches, tech gifts are increasingly replacing traditional flowers and chocolates, as lovers look for more practical and read more 5 tech-inspired Valentine gifts for loved ones

The federal government has launched the Nigeria Beyond Oil and Gas Alliance (BOGA) Fund Programme, a two-year initiative aimed at read more Nigeria launches BOGA fund to drive economic diversification

During the just-concluded 39th Session of the Executive Council of the African Union, Nigeria recorded significant diplomatic and institutional achievements, consolidating its leadership role in advancing Africa’s economic integration, peace, security, and democratic governance. A major highlight of the session was the Council’s agreement to grant Nigeria a permanent seat on the Board of the […] The post Nigeria Secures Permanent Seat on African Central Bank Board appeared first on Business Today NG.

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) has announced 6.67% growth  in Profit After Tax (PAT) in the 2025 financial year to N5.76 trillion when compared with ₦5.4 trillion achieved in 2024. According to the agency December 2025 Monthly Report Summary, it reported N60.5 trillion in revenue, crude oil and condensate production, natural gas […] The post NNPC Grows Profit to ₦5.76trn, Records ₦60.5trn Revenue appeared first on Business Today NG.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released the timetable and schedule of activities for Nigeria’s 2027 General Elections, fixing Saturday, February 20, 2027 for the Presidential and National Assembly elections, and Saturday, March 6, 2027 for the Governorship and State Houses of Assembly elections. Accoding to the schedule released by INEC on Friday, “By […] The post 2027 Polls: INEC Releases Timetable for Presidential, Governorship Elections appeared first on Business Today NG.

Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has dismissed allegations of diversion or misappropriation of student loan funds at the University of Abuja, stating that there is no verified evidence to support the claims. In a statement issued in Abuja, the Fund said it operates a structured disbursement and reconciliation framework that ensures transparency and accountability, adding […] The post NELFUND Denies Alleged Diversion of Student Loan Funds at University of Abuja appeared first on Business Today NG.

The National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB) and the National Examinations Council (NECO) have inaugurated a joint technical committee aimed at harmonising their operations and strengthening collaboration within Nigeria’s public examination system. This was disclosed in a statement issued by NABTEB’s Assistant Director, Media and Protocol, Mr. Uchechukwu Olisah, following a meeting between NABTEB […] The post NABTEB, NECO Inaugurate Joint Committee to Harmonise Examination Operations appeared first on Business Today NG.