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Meets ex-NNPC GM, the jailed lawyer who played both sides of an oil deal
Paulinus Okoronkwo ran a modest law practice out of Koreatown, Los Angeles, handling immigration paperwork, family disputes, and personal injury read more Meets ex-NNPC GM, the jailed lawyer who played both sides of an oil deal
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AXA Mansard rolls out care packages, support in customer outreach
The Valentine’s season this year carried an unexpected but welcome warmth for some customers of AXA Mansard Insurance Plc, as read more AXA Mansard rolls out care packages, support in customer outreach
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FG urged to appoint professional leader within COEASU
The Colleges of Education Academic Staff Union (COEASU) has called for sustained leadership stability within the nation’s colleges of education, read more FG urged to appoint professional leader within COEASU
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Africa Stablecoin Network backs CBN on payment reform
The Africa Stablecoin Network (ASN) has supported the Central Bank of Nigeria’s push to modernise cross-border payments, urging regulators to read more Africa Stablecoin Network backs CBN on payment reform
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NEWS IN BRIEF: Youth homeownership stalled by affordable housing shortage; Tinubu urges Senators to include State Police in constitution amendment; Ramadan, Lent, and 2027 election date shift; Nigeria awaits FIFA’s decision on 2026 World Cup fate.
Affordable housing shortage stalls youth homeownership dreams, when growth outpaces design Homeownership is slipping out of reach for many young read more NEWS IN BRIEF: Youth homeownership stalled by affordable housing shortage; Tinubu urges Senators to include State Police in constitution amendment; Ramadan, Lent, and 2027 election date shift; Nigeria awaits FIFA’s decision on 2026 World Cup fate.
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FG taps $1.39trn textile sector as flagship pilot for Nigeria’s industrial transformation drive
The federal government has designated the Cotton, Textile, and Garment (CTG) sector as the flagship pilot for its new industrial read more FG taps $1.39trn textile sector as flagship pilot for Nigeria’s industrial transformation drive
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Transcorp profit surges 44% to N136bn, share price up 21.15% YtD
…crosses N1trn total assets milestone first time in history Transnational Corporation Plc has released its audited Full Year 2025 results read more Transcorp profit surges 44% to N136bn, share price up 21.15% YtD
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Institute of project managers urges schools, agencies to embrace project management as core profession
The Chartered Institute of Project Managers of Nigeria (CIPMN) has called for greater recognition of project management as a core read more Institute of project managers urges schools, agencies to embrace project management as core profession
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Colleges of Education Academic Staff Union advocates leadership continuity
The Colleges of Education Academic Staff Union has called for sustained leadership stability within the nation’s colleges of education... read more Colleges of Education Academic Staff Union advocates leadership continuity
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Eyesan targets enhanced transparency, digital transformation at NUPRC
…says Commission to go paperless in 60 days   Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan, Chief Executive of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission read more Eyesan targets enhanced transparency, digital transformation at NUPRC
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Police arrest two suspects over robbery, murder, recover stolen vehicle 
Operatives of the Federal Capital Territory Police Command have arrested two suspected members of an armed robbery gang allegedly... read more Police arrest two suspects over robbery, murder, recover stolen vehicle 
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EFCC raises alarm over real estate money laundering
Ola Olukoyede, Executive Chairman of EFCC, has warned real estate and property managers across the country against facilitating... read more EFCC raises alarm over real estate money laundering
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Inside the military-led state with Africa’s biggest soft power rise
Burkina Faso’s pivot towards self-reliance is lifting the country’s global profile, positioning the Sahel nation among Africa’s fastest rising influencers, read more Inside the military-led state with Africa’s biggest soft power rise
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The unfiltered reality of the Nigerian immigrant experience in Canada
For many Nigerians, Canada is often painted as a land of many opportunities and a sanctuary from domestic challenges. Rehrah, read more The unfiltered reality of the Nigerian immigrant experience in Canada
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Transcorp crosses N1trn in assets on strong business growth
Transnational Corporation Plc has reported its full-year 2025 results, with total assets surpassing N1 trillion for the first time, driven read more Transcorp crosses N1trn in assets on strong business growth
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10 African countries with the weakest currencies in February
A weak currency carries serious economic consequences. It raises the cost of imported goods, fuels inflation, erodes household purchasing power read more 10 African countries with the weakest currencies in February
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Nestlé Nigeria likely to resume dividend on return to profitability
Nestlé Nigeria Plc is looking to resume dividend payment “soon”, marking the first time in three years after the consumer read more Nestlé Nigeria likely to resume dividend on return to profitability
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SHIFT Conference Lagos 2026 Concludes Successfully, Inspiring a New Wave of Leadership and Impact
SHIFT Conference Lagos 2026, convened by globally respected leadership expert Dr. Sam Adeyemi, concluded successfully on Saturday, February 21, 2026, read more SHIFT Conference Lagos 2026 Concludes Successfully, Inspiring a New Wave of Leadership and Impact
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Abia congress: No individual owns APC, not even Tinubu – Kalu
The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Dr Benjamin Kalu, on Wednesday, said that no individual, including President Bola read more Abia congress: No individual owns APC, not even Tinubu – Kalu
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Kefas offers N300m to settle Mosque-induced rift among Taraba Muslims
To avoid upheaval among three Muslim sections in Donga, the Headquarters of Donga Local Government Area from the Southern part read more Kefas offers N300m to settle Mosque-induced rift among Taraba Muslims
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MMA2, FRCN partner to drive Nigeria’s tourism growth
Remi Jibodu, the Acting Chief Operating Officer and Head of Aeronautical Services, Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal 2, has reaffirmed the read more MMA2, FRCN partner to drive Nigeria’s tourism growth
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Otti’s aide disburses bursaries, JAMB forms for indigent students in Abia
Reprieve has come the way of 180 indigent students as Caleb Ajagba, Chief of Staff to Governor Alex Otti, extends read more Otti’s aide disburses bursaries, JAMB forms for indigent students in Abia
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Oyo procures 100 security vehicles, releases counterpart funding for 68km roads
In pursuit of its objective to keep Oyo State safe and secure, the Oyo State Executive Council has approved the read more Oyo procures 100 security vehicles, releases counterpart funding for 68km roads
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Over N98bn injected into Nigeria’s primary health sector – Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu, on Wednesday, said his administration injected over N98 billion into the nation’s primary healthcare system last year. read more Over N98bn injected into Nigeria’s primary health sector – Tinubu
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Lafarge Africa declares 600 kobo dividend as profit jumps 173%
Lafarge Africa Plc has proposed a final dividend of 600 kobo per 50 kobo ordinary share for the year ended read more Lafarge Africa declares 600 kobo dividend as profit jumps 173%
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Ramadan, Lent, the 2027 election shift, and missed opportunities for seamless electoral reform in Nigeria
Have you, for a moment, thought about the possibility of Nigeria achieving seamless electoral reform if the 2027 general election read more Ramadan, Lent, the 2027 election shift, and missed opportunities for seamless electoral reform in Nigeria
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Bi-Courtney enhances inclusive passenger experience through autism support training at MMA2
Bi-Courtney Aviation Services Limited (BASL), operators of the Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal 2 (MMA2), has reinforced its commitment to improving read more Bi-Courtney enhances inclusive passenger experience through autism support training at MMA2
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Investors back N20bn infrastructure push amid rising cloud and AI demand in Nigeria
Investors have thrown their weight behind a N20 billion ($15 million) bond programme by Dimension Data Nigeria, betting that rising read more Investors back N20bn infrastructure push amid rising cloud and AI demand in Nigeria
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NIMR warns of rising cervical cancer, antimicrobial resistance threats in Nigeria
Nigeria is facing two major but largely preventable public health threats: cervical cancer and antimicrobial resistance (AMR), with researchers warning read more NIMR warns of rising cervical cancer, antimicrobial resistance threats in Nigeria
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TCN reclaims Right-of-Way, demolishes structures along Ihovbor–Ajaokuta Line
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has launched a decisive enforcement action to safeguard the nation’s power infrastructure, clearing structures read more TCN reclaims Right-of-Way, demolishes structures along Ihovbor–Ajaokuta Line
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Tinubu to Senators: Amend Constitution to Establish State Police
BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—President Bola Tinubu has  urged the leadership of the 10th Senate to initiate amendments to the Constitution to provide a legal framework for the establishment of State Police, describing the move as critical to tackling insecurity across the country. Speaking at an interfaith breakfast with senators at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, the […] The post Tinubu to Senators: Amend Constitution to Establish State Police appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Truecaller bets on Nigeria, Gulf, Southeast Asia to power next wave of ad revenue
Truecaller is sharpening its focus on emerging markets, targeting Nigeria, Gulf countries and Southeast Asia as it looks to drive read more Truecaller bets on Nigeria, Gulf, Southeast Asia to power next wave of ad revenue
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Police nab 27 in Plateau flashpoint crackdown
The Plateau State Police Command has arrested 27 suspects in an intelligence-led operation targeting criminal flashpoints across the state. The read more Police nab 27 in Plateau flashpoint crackdown
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Seplat Energy Revenue Jumps 144% to $2.7bn on Offshore Boost, Dividend Up by 52% in 2025
Seplat Energy PLC has reported a 144 per cent surge in revenue to $2.7 billion for the year ended December 31, 2025, driven by a full year contribution from its offshore assets, while raising its total dividend for the year by 52 per cent to 25 US cents per share. The energy company also posted […] The post Seplat Energy Revenue Jumps 144% to $2.7bn on Offshore Boost, Dividend Up by 52% in 2025 appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Osimhen names Premier League club Galatasaray must avoid in Champions League Last 16
Victor Osimhen has admitted he would prefer Galatasaray to avoid Liverpool in Friday’s UEFA Champions League last-16 draw. The Turkish read more Osimhen names Premier League club Galatasaray must avoid in Champions League Last 16
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Osimhen’s late strike fires Galatasaray into Champions League last 16
Goals from Victor Osimhen and Baris Yilmaz helped Galatasaray seal qualification for the last 16 of the UEFA Champions League read more Osimhen’s late strike fires Galatasaray into Champions League last 16
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