Accion Microfinance Bank has partnered with GirlLearn Africa to host a digital conference to strengthen women’s participation in the digital read more Accion Microfinance Bank partners GirlLearn Africa to host digital empowerment conference for women

The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has released the preliminary report on its ongoing investigation into the serious incident involving read more How Arik Air’s engine explosion caused 23 wreckages on the aircraft – NSIB

Nigeria could reap as much as N30 trillion in additional oil revenue if Middle East tensions push crude toward $130 read more Middle East crisis could hand Nigeria up to N30trn in oil windfall

Nigerian entrepreneur Tunji Olowolafe has launched a N1 billion scholarship programme to support 1,000 Nigerian students studying... read more Tunji Olowolafe Foundation unveils N1bn scholarship to expand access to digital higher education

Four of six crew members died after a U.S. military KC-135 refueling aircraft that was part of the American war read more 4 Killed in crash of U.S. refueling plane in Iraq, military says

An Ondo State High Court sitting in Akure has sentenced a lecturer at the College of Health Technology, Ijero-Ekiti, Ekiti read more Ondo court sentences Ekiti lecturer to death by hanging for conspiracy, highway robbery

The Federal Government has formalised a new partnership with Singapore aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s TVET system... read more FG partners singapore to upgrade Nigeria’s technical, vocational education system

Gilbert F. Houngbo, director-general of the International Labour Organisation (ILO), recently described gender equality at work as “smart economics”, stressing read more Gender equality at work is smart economics – ILO

Nigeria’s palm oil industry is facing renewed pressure as rising imports, policy uncertainty and structural bottlenecks threaten local production. Industry read more Unregulated palm oil imports threatening local investments – Okomu MD

The federal government has appointed principal officers for newly established federal tertiary institutions and the NCCE. read more FG appoints principal officers for new federal tertiary institutions, NCCE

A proposal by Nigerian-born scientist Bamidele Farinre to investigate fairness in artificial intelligence particularly against women, has been selected by read more Farinre’s AI bias and gender harm project backed by UK Parliament

BY NKECHI NAECHE – ESEZOBOR —The West African Insurance Companies Association (WAICA) has announced that its 2026 Annual General Meeting and Education Conference will take place in Monrovia, Liberia, from April 19 to April 22, 2026. According to the association’s Secretariat in Accra, Ghana, the event will be hosted at the Central Bank of Liberia […] The post Insurance Leaders to Gather in Monrovia for WAICA 2026 Conference appeared first on Business Today NG.

The ePIN vending and registration for the 2026 Direct Entry (DE) admission exercise conducted by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation read more Direct Entry registration 2026 continues till April 25, says JAMB

On March 10, 2026, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) issued a directive that will reshape how every financial institution read more How one homegrown platform aligns with Nigeria’s new mandatory AML standards

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has assured the newly elected leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State of read more Yusuf pledges government support for new APC leadership in Kano

For families who lost loved ones serving in the police and for officers struggling with injuries sustained in the line read more Police pay N3.18m insurance benefits to families of fallen, injured officers in Kano

…Big five global chains account for 80% project With 123,846 rooms across 675 hotels and resorts on the continent, Africa’s read more African hotel development pipeline hits record high as high-performing markets drive growth

Marriott International has announced an exceptional year of growth across Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) in 2025 with more read more Marriott records robust growth across EMEA in 2025

Zikoko, culture publication and a flagship brand of BigCabal Media, has announced the release of the second season of ‘HER: read more Zikoko spotlights new builders of success in season 2 of HER docuseries

Nigeria’s insurance sector is signaling a period of financial expansion as leading underwriters project stronger earnings for the second quarter read more Insurers bet on regulation, investments to lift Q2 profits

A U.S. military refueling aircraft crashed in western Iraq on ​Thursday, in an incident U.S. Central ‌Command said involved another read more US carrying out rescue effort after military aircraft crash in Iraq – Reuters

A coalition of 46 civil society organisations (CSOs) has called for a special presidential investigative panel to probe alleged loss read more CSOs want alleged loss of 780 hectares maritime territory in C’River probed

The political landscape within the Oyo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has taken a dramatic turn as read more Plot to oust Adelabu thickens, ignites renewed internal crisis in Oyo

Huawei, a global technology company, has secured eight prestigious Global Mobile (GLOMO) Awards at the Mobile World Congress Barcelona 2026, read more Huawei secures eight global mobile awards for AI, fintech

ASHA Microfinance Bank marked International Women’s Day on March 9, 2026, with initiatives to support women-led businesses in Mushin Market, read more Microfinance drive strengthens women traders at Mushin Market

IRS Airlines Limited on Thursday welcomed the judgment of the High Court of Lagos State (Commercial Division) delivered by Justice read more Lagos High Court rules in favour of IRS Airlines in aircraft insurance dispute

VFD Group PLC a principal investment firm is pleased to announce that the SEC has issued a letter of no objection for the Basis of Allotment (“BoA”) for the Group’s Rights Issue of 5,067,396,400 Ordinary Shares of 50kobo each at ₦10 per share. The Rights Issue, which opened on October 20, 2025, and closed on […] The post SEC Clears ₦50.6bn Rights Issue Allotment for VFD Group Plc appeared first on Business Today NG.

BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—Nigeria’s insurance industry may be on the cusp of fresh growth opportunities as regulators and industry leaders unveil new reforms and policy initiatives designed to deepen market penetration and strengthen regulatory compliance. This was the focus of discussions at the latest meeting of the Insurers’ Committee, held Thursday at the Nigerian Insurers Association […] The post Insurance Sector Eyes Growth as Reform Implementation Begins appeared first on Business Today NG.

As organisations accelerate their adoption of artificial intelligence, a troubling statistic deserves the boardroom’s attention: women represent only about 26 read more AI governance and the gender blind spot boards can no longer ignore

In Nigeria’s corporate world today, from the high-rises of Victoria Island to the industrial hubs of Kano, the conversation is read more The danger of AI illiteracy & shadow AI

When the Nigerian Bulk Electricity Trading Plc (NBET) announced the successful issuance of a N501.02 billion bond to settle legacy read more NBET’s N501bn Bond: Nigeria clears the past to power the future

BY NKECHI NAECHE -ESEZOBOR—For many Nigerian couples, the dream of starting a family can feel like an uphill battle. Infertility struggles and the heartbreak of neonatal loss are challenges often faced in silence. Now, the Joyce Ojemudia Foundation (JOF) is stepping in to bring hope, healing, and practical support to families in need. The foundation […] The post Saving Lives, Restoring Families: JOF Launches in Lagos appeared first on Business Today NG.

NEM Insurance Plc – the number one motor insurance provider in Nigeria, in a vibrant commemoration of the 2026 International Women’s Day (IWD), has reaffirmed its dedication to fostering an inclusive environment that empowers women to excel in their endeavours. Speaking at the corporate headquarters in Lagos, the Chairman of NEM Insurance Plc, Tope Smart, […] The post NEM Insurance Marks International Women’s Day with Commitment to Gender Inclusion appeared first on Business Today NG.

BY SUNDAY SAMUEL—Justice Mojisola Dada of the Special Offences Court sitting in Ikeja, Lagos, on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, convicted and sentenced a notorious fraudster, Emmanuel Nwude, and his two counsel, Emmanuel Ilechukwu and Rowland Kalu, to one year imprisonment each for forgery and dealing in forfeited property. The convicts were arraigned on March 2, […] The post Court Sentences Emmanuel Nwdude, Two Lawyers to One Year Jail for Forgery appeared first on Business Today NG.

A Federal High Court in Abuja has warned that it may revoke the bail granted to activist and politician Omoyele Sowore if he fails to appear at the next hearing in his ongoing cybercrime trial. Justice Mohammed Umar issued the warning on Thursday, stating that the court would also issue a bench warrant for Sowore’s […] The post Alleged Cybercrime: Court Gives Omoyele Sowore Final Warning Over Court Absence appeared first on Business Today NG.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Lamido Abubakar Yuguda as Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, subject to confirmation by the Senate. The appointment is in accordance with Section 8(1) of the Central Bank of Nigeria Act, 2007. Yuguda’s nomination follows the recent appointment of the erstwhile Deputy Governor, Mr […] The post President Tinubu nominates Lamido Abubakar Yuguda as CBN Deputy Governor appeared first on Business Today NG.