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Foundation awards N50m grants to young entrepreneurs
The Mary Ojulari Foundation has awarded N50 million in grants to eight emerging entrepreneurs under the second cohort of its read more Foundation awards N50m grants to young entrepreneurs
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‘Africa doesn’t just need more doctors; it needs smarter systems’ – POWL
Samuel Tinno Paul, president of Whiten Lighten (POWL), is reshaping Nigeria’s healthcare through Whiten Lighten Tooth and Aesthetic Clinic (TAC), read more ‘Africa doesn’t just need more doctors; it needs smarter systems’ – POWL
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Mabe takes on Dangote Sugar leadership amid $700m expansion push
Thabo Mabe has been appointed as the new chief executive officer to lead the largest sugar refinery in Sub-Saharan Africa, read more Mabe takes on Dangote Sugar leadership amid $700m expansion push
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Major highlights of Fidelity Bank’s 9-month results
Fidelity Bank Plc’s nine-month 2025 financial results paint a picture of a fast-growing institution expanding aggressively across key segments but read more Major highlights of Fidelity Bank’s 9-month results
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FG may seize Dana Air assets to refund stranded passengers – Keyamo
…four airports get NAMA approval to operate till 10pm Festus Keyamo, Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, has said the read more FG may seize Dana Air assets to refund stranded passengers – Keyamo
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FCTA reassures public on school safety, refutes school closure directives
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) on Tuesday reassured residents that schools in Abuja remain safe and dismissed rumours claiming read more FCTA reassures public on school safety, refutes school closure directives
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Omolola Oloworaran’s one year of pension revolution in Nigeria
In just one year at the helm of affairs at the National Pension Commission (PenCom), Omolola Oloworaran, the director-general has read more Omolola Oloworaran’s one year of pension revolution in Nigeria
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TETFund spends N30bn to strengthen security in nation’s tertiary institutions
The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), says it has invested more than N30 billion to strengthen security in tertiary institutions read more TETFund spends N30bn to strengthen security in nation’s tertiary institutions
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US budget deficit hits $284 billion in October; report impacted by shutdown – Reuters
The U.S. government posted a higher $284 billion deficit for October in a report delayed and impacted by the recent read more US budget deficit hits $284 billion in October; report impacted by shutdown – Reuters
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FG hasn’t banned open grazing–Minister
The Federal Government has debunked reports circulating in some media outlets claiming that open grazing has been banned nationwide. The read more FG hasn’t banned open grazing–Minister
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FG moves to unlock $300bn dead capital through land reform — Dangiwa
The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa, says the Federal Government is set to overhaul its land administration read more FG moves to unlock $300bn dead capital through land reform — Dangiwa
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VFD Group N50.6bn Rights Issue extended to December 26
VFD Group Plc has received the approval of Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to extend its ongoing Rights Issue of read more VFD Group N50.6bn Rights Issue extended to December 26
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Ethical retail marketing and brand reputation strongly influence emerging market consumers
In the very competitive retail environment of today, where consumers are more informed and socially conscious than ever, success in read more Ethical retail marketing and brand reputation strongly influence emerging market consumers
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Would you like to become a farmer?
“. . . Do not set your mind on lofty things (or ‘cultivate lofty ideas’), but be led along with read more Would you like to become a farmer?
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Wike suspends FCT education secretary over false school-closure directive
Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike has suspended Danlami Hayyo, the Mandate Secretary for Education, after a memo directing read more Wike suspends FCT education secretary over false school-closure directive
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Beyond the beep: Why Nigeria’s fintech boom hasn’t made us richer
Nigeria’s fintech revolution is a remarkable achievement—at least on the surface. With 74 percent financial inclusion, ₦237 trillion in digital read more Beyond the beep: Why Nigeria’s fintech boom hasn’t made us richer
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My focus is entirely on helping Sporting Lagos achieve its potential – Dowling
Sporting Lagos Football Club has taken a bold step toward reshaping football development in Nigeria, announcing a landmark collaboration with read more My focus is entirely on helping Sporting Lagos achieve its potential – Dowling
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Oil prices edge higher after falling to one-month low
Oil prices rose slightly on Wednesday after falling to one-month lows in the previous session, as traders assessed signs that read more Oil prices edge higher after falling to one-month low
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Reverse Brain Drain – Turning Talent Flight into National Strength
When Dr Abiola returned to Lagos from London last year, she brought more than just a suitcase: a decade of read more Reverse Brain Drain – Turning Talent Flight into National Strength
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Nigeria arrests, repatriates Turkish fraud convict wanted on INTERPOL Red Notice
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has arrested and repatriated Acar Huseyin, a 61-year-old Turkish national who fled his country after read more Nigeria arrests, repatriates Turkish fraud convict wanted on INTERPOL Red Notice
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Petrol imports from Malta drop by 60% after Dangote refinery
Nigeria’s imports of refined petroleum products from Malta have plunged by 60 percent in 2024, signalling a shift in the read more Petrol imports from Malta drop by 60% after Dangote refinery
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Africa’s $100bn credit gap pushes banks, fintechs into unlikely pacts
Africa’s estimated $100 billion credit shortfall for small and medium enterprises is forcing banks, telecom operators, and fintech startups into read more Africa’s $100bn credit gap pushes banks, fintechs into unlikely pacts
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CBN tweaks policy to boost private sector lending
…Retains interest rate at 27% to sustain inflation gains The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) may not have cut interest read more CBN tweaks policy to boost private sector lending
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Stalled 2025 budget hurts Nigeria’s economic recovery
…Performance of capital projects in MDAs still abysmally low Slow execution of the 2025 budget is choking Nigeria’s already fragile read more Stalled 2025 budget hurts Nigeria’s economic recovery
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Indian brothers hunted at home, loved in Nigeria, seal $570m court settlement
India’s Supreme Court has cleared a path for billionaire brothers Nitin and Chetan Sandesara to walk away from one of read more Indian brothers hunted at home, loved in Nigeria, seal $570m court settlement
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Nigeria: The week that was (17–23 November)
The week of 17–23 November unfolded like a familiar Nigerian script — politically charged, economically tense, socially restless, and yet read more Nigeria: The week that was (17–23 November)
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UCL: Estevao rules over Yamal
Dominant Chelsea crush Barcelona 3-0 at Stamford Bridge Estevao Willian delivered a sensational performance as Chelsea thrashed 10-man Barcelona 3-0 read more UCL: Estevao rules over Yamal
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Court Suspends Obiano’s N4bn Money-laundering Trial Indefinitely
The Federal High Court in Abuja presided over by Justice Mohammed Umar on Tuesday has indefinitely adjourned the trial of former Anambra State Governor, Willie Obiano, who faces allegations of laundering N4 billion belonging to the state. The adjournment was granted on Tuesday following a request from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission legal team, […] The post Court Suspends Obiano’s N4bn Money-laundering Trial Indefinitely first appeared on Business Today NG.
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NEMA Confirms Receiving 178 Returnees From Niger Republic In Kano
Under the ongoing Assisted Voluntary Return initiative, the Kano Operations Office of the National Emergency Management Agency on Tuesday confirmed receiving 178 Nigerian returnees from Niamey, Niger Republic. The returnees arrived on November 24, 2025 at about 11:30am at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport aboard an Asky Airlines flight. The Kano NEMA made this […] The post NEMA Confirms Receiving 178 Returnees From Niger Republic In Kano first appeared on Business Today NG.
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South-East: Provide Evidence Supporting Death Toll Claim-IPOB Tells Kalu
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) on Tuesday challenged the lawmaker representing Abia North, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, to provide evidence supporting his claims that over 30,000 individuals have lost their lives due to Mazi Nnamdi Kanu’s activism in the South-East Region, describing the claims as “false” and “irresponsible”. “IPOB demands that Orji Uzor Kalu […] The post South-East: Provide Evidence Supporting Death Toll Claim-IPOB Tells Kalu first appeared on Business Today NG.
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Nigeria Records N2.06trn VAT  In Q2 2025 — NBS
The National Bureau of Statistics, on Tuesday said Nigeria’s aggregate Value Added Tax for Q2 2025 was N2.06 trillion. This was contained in the VAT Q2 2025 report released in Abuja today. The report,  shows a decrease of 0.03 per cent on a quarter-on-quarter basis from N2.06 trillion recorded in Q1 2025, also revealed that […] The post Nigeria Records N2.06trn VAT  In Q2 2025 — NBS first appeared on Business Today NG.
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Nigeria’s economic recovery hinges on CNG initiative, energy sector reforms – FG
The Federal Government has reaffirmed that its Presidential Initiative on Compressed Natural Gas (Pi-CNG) and ongoing energy sector reforms are read more Nigeria’s economic recovery hinges on CNG initiative, energy sector reforms – FG
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24 Abducted Kebbi Schoolgirls Regain freedom
The 24 schoolgirls abducted from Government Girls Secondary School, Maga, Kebbi state, have been rescued. It was gathered that security sources confirmed the rescue of the girls to on Tuesday. Details of the efforts that led to the rescue of the students are ]yet to be made public as at the time of filling this […] The post 24 Abducted Kebbi Schoolgirls Regain freedom first appeared on Business Today NG.
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PDP appoints Orogu as acting National Vice Chairman, North Central
The National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has approved the appointment of Francis Orogu as the read more PDP appoints Orogu as acting National Vice Chairman, North Central
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Sanwo-Olu Presents N4.2tn 2026 Budget To Lagos Assembly
The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Tuesday presented a proposed N4.237 trillion budget for the 2026 fiscal year to the state House of Assembly for approval. If approved, the N4.2tn proposal would represent a major leap in Lagos’ annual spending plan, reflecting growth of over N3tn in five years. Members of the state executive […] The post Sanwo-Olu Presents N4.2tn 2026 Budget To Lagos Assembly first appeared on Business Today NG.
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