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Nigeria kicks off 2026 Armed Forces Celebrations and Remembrance week
The Federal Government on Friday formally commenced the 2026 Nigerian Armed Forces Celebrations and Remembrance Week, with special Juma’at prayers read more Nigeria kicks off 2026 Armed Forces Celebrations and Remembrance week
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Residents doctors in Nigeria prepare for strike on January 12
Barely days into the new year, resident doctors across Nigeria are once again preparing for industrial action. The Nigerian Association read more Residents doctors in Nigeria prepare for strike on January 12
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FG to empower artisans for global markets
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to grassroots artisans to upgrade local skills to meet both national and international read more FG to empower artisans for global markets
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INEC begins early operational, legal preparations for 2027 general election
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has formally activated early operational and legal preparations for the 2027 general election at read more INEC begins early operational, legal preparations for 2027 general election
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AFCON 2025: Regragui dismisses history ahead of Morocco vs Cameroon showdown
Morocco head coach Walid Regragui has dismissed talk of past encounters with Cameroon, insisting history will have little bearing as read more AFCON 2025: Regragui dismisses history ahead of Morocco vs Cameroon showdown
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Selfany : Navigating Future Growth in the Creator Economy – With possible acquisition of Selar
London, UK – The African creator economy stands on the precipice of a major structural shift. As digital monetization tools read more Selfany : Navigating Future Growth in the Creator Economy – With possible acquisition of Selar
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How Freedom Park became Lagos’ iconic hub
Theo Lawson, the visionary architect behind Freedom Park Lagos, is the mastermind who transformed a former colonial prison into one read more How Freedom Park became Lagos’ iconic hub
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KPMG flags ‘errors, inconsistencies, gaps and omission’ in Nigeria’s new tax law
KPMG Nigeria has flagged what’s described as “errors, inconsistencies, gaps and omissions” in Nigeria’s tax laws that came into force read more KPMG flags ‘errors, inconsistencies, gaps and omission’ in Nigeria’s new tax law
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Nigerian startup Lumely launches AI-powered App to address productivity gaps
Nigerian productivity startup, Lumely has launched an AI-powered productivity and habit-building application aimed at helping individuals and professionals improve consistency read more Nigerian startup Lumely launches AI-powered App to address productivity gaps
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Re-engineering the Nigerian classroom to ignite a technological renaissance
Nigeria’s persistent struggle to translate its demographic strength into technological and industrial advancement is no longer a question of potential, read more Re-engineering the Nigerian classroom to ignite a technological renaissance
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NNPP says Kano executive dissolution irreversible, faults alleged court ruling
The New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) has rejected reports that a Kano State High Court has overturned the dissolution of read more NNPP says Kano executive dissolution irreversible, faults alleged court ruling
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BlueCore acquires Axxela, signals confidence in Nigeria’s gas infrastructure
A major Nigerian gas infrastructure firm has shifted to local institutional ownership in a deal strengthening investor confidence. read more BlueCore acquires Axxela, signals confidence in Nigeria’s gas infrastructure
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FG wants Europe, Africa to build bridges, not walls
Yusuf Tuggar, Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, has called on Europe and Africa to resist isolationist impulses and instead strengthen read more FG wants Europe, Africa to build bridges, not walls
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Insurance You Can’t Ignore: How Compulsory Coverage Protects in 2026
BY FELICIA BOLAJOKO DAVID: As we step into the year 2026, individuals, families, business owners, and corporate organizations are increasingly exposed to risks ranging from road accidents and fire outbreaks to workplace hazards and building-related incidents. While these risks may not always be preventable, their impact can be effectively managed through insurance,particularly the compulsory classes […] The post Insurance You Can’t Ignore: How Compulsory Coverage Protects in 2026 appeared first on Business Today NG.
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PIAF raises emergency health funding, strengthens ties with HEI
Pillar Initiatives Aid Foundation (PIAF) has expanded its partnership with Health Emergency Initiative (HEI) for the fourth consecutive year, increasing read more PIAF raises emergency health funding, strengthens ties with HEI
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Universal health coverage can’t be achieved if displaced populations are excluded – Ejimofor
Chioma Ejimofor is a senior legal officer at Centre for Health Ethics Law and Development (CHELD), which is a think-tank read more Universal health coverage can’t be achieved if displaced populations are excluded – Ejimofor
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Voya Investment Management is an illegal market operator – SEC
Nigeria’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) said that its attention has been drawn to the activities of an online investment read more Voya Investment Management is an illegal market operator – SEC
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Like Ghana, Ethiopia’s inflation falls to single-digit first time in 7 years
…headline rate falls to 9.7% in December as price pressures ease Ethiopia closed 2025 with a single-digit inflation rate for read more Like Ghana, Ethiopia’s inflation falls to single-digit first time in 7 years
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UK moves to return over $9.5m in corruption proceeds to Nigeria
The Bailiwick of Jersey has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of the Federal Republic of Nigeria read more UK moves to return over $9.5m in corruption proceeds to Nigeria
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Dollar inflows rise 38% in December as CBN boosts market liquidity
… Foreign direct investment up by 381.7% Dollar supply rebounded by 38 percent month on month in December 2025 as read more Dollar inflows rise 38% in December as CBN boosts market liquidity
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6 gaps in the tax laws that affect company income tax
The Nigeria Tax Act (NTA), 2025, came into effect with the promise of simplification, equity, and stronger revenue mobilisation. But read more 6 gaps in the tax laws that affect company income tax
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AFCON 2025: Super Eagles arrive in Marrakech ahead of Algeria clash
Nigeria’s Super Eagles have arrived at their new base in Marrakech ahead of Saturday’s high-stakes AFCON 2025 quarter-final showdown against read more AFCON 2025: Super Eagles arrive in Marrakech ahead of Algeria clash
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Rising business costs drag confidence despite expansionary growth – NESG
The cost of doing business in Africa’s most populous economy has risen to 61.6 points in December, thereby dampening business read more Rising business costs drag confidence despite expansionary growth – NESG
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Seven key issues that will shape the economy in 2026
Nigeria’s journey from macroeconomic stabilisation to a more sustainable and inclusive growth will be spurred on by a mix of read more Seven key issues that will shape the economy in 2026
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Cornerstone Insurance eyes N4.82bn pre-tax profit for Q1 2026
Cornerstone Insurance is projecting a profit before tax of N4.82 billion for the first quarter (Q1) of 2026, supported by read more Cornerstone Insurance eyes N4.82bn pre-tax profit for Q1 2026
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Digital adoption  to deepen in 2026 as regulation, readiness shape outcomes – Report
Digital adoption across Nigeria’s economy is projected to have a huge impact in 2026. The quality of this outcome will read more Digital adoption  to deepen in 2026 as regulation, readiness shape outcomes – Report
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Social Listening Friday, 9 January 2025
This week’s Social Listening captures a hard pivot in Nigeria’s public discourse: from moral outrage about corruption to a more read more Social Listening Friday, 9 January 2025
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2026: Wood export ban to boost Nigeria’s furniture manufacturing
Ngozi Oyewole, the Chairperson of Wood Sectoral Group of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), says 2026 will be a read more 2026: Wood export ban to boost Nigeria’s furniture manufacturing
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Chinese scientists develop cancer treatment using modified immune cells
Scientists have presented a new approach to cancer treatment using mast cells, which are immune cells known for their ability read more Chinese scientists develop cancer treatment using modified immune cells
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Nigeria’s tax reform: Promise, progressivity, and public trust
Benjamin Franklin, in a letter to his close friend Jean-Baptiste Le Roy in 1789, famously observed that “our Constitution is read more Nigeria’s tax reform: Promise, progressivity, and public trust
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Why networking rarely works for Nigerian professionals
Networking has become one of the most repeated pieces of career advice in Nigeria. Attend events, exchange business cards, connect read more Why networking rarely works for Nigerian professionals
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Why spending alone cannot buy security or development
Nigeria is under mounting strain. Over the past decade, insecurity has intensified while development outcomes have remained stagnant. Terrorism in read more Why spending alone cannot buy security or development
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Court fixes February 16 for ex-Kwara gov, Ahmed’s N5.78bn fraud trial
The trial of Abdulfatah Ahmed, former Kwara State Governor, and Ademola Banu, his Commissioner for Finance, resumed on Thursday, January read more Court fixes February 16 for ex-Kwara gov, Ahmed’s N5.78bn fraud trial
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Rivers APC Rejects Impeachment Process Against Fubara
The Rivers State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has rejected the impeachment process initiated by the Rivers State House of Assembly against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu, describing the move as “destabilising and unnecessary.” In a statement signed on Thursday by the party’s spokesperson, Darlington Nwauju, the APC said it […] The post Rivers APC Rejects Impeachment Process Against Fubara appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Trump withdraws U.S. from 66 international organisations
President Donald Trump has signed a Presidential Memorandum directing the withdrawal of his country from 66 international organisations that “no longer serve American interests”. Marco Rubio, U.S. Secretary of State said in a statement from the White House that the organisations were identified as part of the Trump administration’s review of wasteful, ineffective and harmful […] The post Trump withdraws U.S. from 66 international organisations appeared first on Business Today NG.
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AFCON 2025: Super Eagles get bonus payments, as FG assures no more delays
The minister of State for Finance, Mrs  Doris Uzoka-Anite, says administrative processes for Super Eagles’ AFCON 2025 match bonuses have been successfully streamlined. Uzoka-Anite disclosed this in a post on her official X handle on Thursday, addressing concerns over delayed payments to members of Nigeria’s national football team. The minister’s clarification followed media reports that […] The post AFCON 2025: Super Eagles get bonus payments, as FG assures no more delays appeared first on Business Today NG.
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