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Why your loan app will not give you a N5,000 loan
For years, Nigeria’s loan app boom ran on small money. If you needed N5,000 to get through the week, to read more Why your loan app will not give you a N5,000 loan
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Over 100 senior lawyers face corruption trials, EFCC boss reveals
Ola Olukoyede, Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has disclosed that no fewer than 100 senior lawyers read more Over 100 senior lawyers face corruption trials, EFCC boss reveals
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UK to offer £40,000 to asylum seekers to leave the country
Families of failed asylum seekers could receive up to £40,000 to leave the United Kingdom (UK) under a pilot scheme read more UK to offer £40,000 to asylum seekers to leave the country
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FG Seeks Stronger Communication of Trade, Investment Policies
Efforts to boost commerce, attract investment, and drive industrial growth in Nigeria have received renewed attention as the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment strengthens collaboration with the Ministry of Information and National Orientation. The move comes as Nigeria positions itself to maximise opportunities under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). Officials of […] The post FG Seeks Stronger Communication of Trade, Investment Policies appeared first on Business Today NG.
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You cannot end poverty without securing lives and properties – Lemo
Tunde Lemo, former deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and former Chairman of Titan Trust Bank, a read more You cannot end poverty without securing lives and properties – Lemo
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Four Passengers Regain Freedom After Kidnap Attack on Igbeti–Kishi Road
The Oyo State Police Command said it has  rescue of four passengers who were abducted along the Igbeti–Kishi Road on Wednesday following a swift joint security operation. According to the Command’s spokesperson, DSP Ayanlade Olayinka, armed hoodlums reportedly emerged from a nearby bush and blocked the road, intercepting a commercial bus travelling from Igbeti to […] The post Four Passengers Regain Freedom After Kidnap Attack on Igbeti–Kishi Road appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Is Nigeria’s reform drive creating a more coherent economy?
Nearly three years after Nigeria launched its most sweeping economic reforms in decades, the question is shifting from political courage read more Is Nigeria’s reform drive creating a more coherent economy?
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How technology, accurate data can boost agricultural financing in Nigeria
The adoption of an effective technology-driven model and an accurate database could boost Nigeria’s agriculture as well as improve farmers’ read more How technology, accurate data can boost agricultural financing in Nigeria
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Court Says Abebe Must Defend Self Over Alleged N120m Fraud
Justice Olubunmi Abike-Fadipe of the Special Offences Court sitting in Ikeja, has  dismissed the no-case submission filed by Dr. John Abebe and his company, Inducon Nig. Ltd, who are standing trial over an alleged N120m fraud. The defendants were arraigned on September 19, 2022 on a six-count charge bordering on conspiracy to steal, stealing, conspiracy […] The post Court Says Abebe Must Defend Self Over Alleged N120m Fraud appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Why emotional resilience will not solve Nigeria’s rent crisis
From Lagos to Ibadan, Abuja to Kano, Warri to Port Harcourt, and Akure to Benin, Nigerian households are grappling with read more Why emotional resilience will not solve Nigeria’s rent crisis
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Chinese National Docked in Nasarawa for Allegedly Inducing Nigerian to Open Bank Account for Fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission EFCC Abuja Zonal Directorate has arraigned a Chinese,  Zhang Wen Hao, before Justice Ibrahim Shekarau of the  Nasarawa High Court  sitting in  Mararaba. He was arraigned on a one count charge bordering on cheating. The count reads “That you, Zhang Wen Hao sometime in March 2023 at Suleja within […] The post Chinese National Docked in Nasarawa for Allegedly Inducing Nigerian to Open Bank Account for Fraud appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Angélique Kidjo features Afrobeat acts in new album ‘Hope!!’
Angélique Kidjo has announced her 19th studio album, Hope!!, which features collaborations with Davido, Ayra Starr, and The Cavemen. The read more Angélique Kidjo features Afrobeat acts in new album ‘Hope!!’
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eTranzact backs Enugu on financial inclusion for economic growth
eTranzact Plc has called for a more aggressive grassroots approach to advancing financial inclusion in Enugu State and across Nigeria. read more eTranzact backs Enugu on financial inclusion for economic growth
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BREAKING: Troops lose officer, repel multiple attacks on four Borno villages
Troops of the Joint Task Force Operation Hadin Kai have repelled coordinated attacks by Boko Haram and Islamic State West read more BREAKING: Troops lose officer, repel multiple attacks on four Borno villages
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IATA admits United Nigeria Airlines into it’s clearing house
The United Nigeria Airlines has announced its official admission into the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Clearing House (ICH), marking read more IATA admits United Nigeria Airlines into it’s clearing house
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Insurance industry stakeholders seek coordinated reforms to deepen penetration
Stakeholders in the Insurance industry have called for coordinated reforms to deepen penetration in the sector. The experts made this read more Insurance industry stakeholders seek coordinated reforms to deepen penetration
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Aishat Lamidi: From work coach to e-commerce disruptor in hair extensions
Buying premium hair extensions online without compromise is a desire many women share, but few find. For Nigerian-born UK entrepreneur, read more Aishat Lamidi: From work coach to e-commerce disruptor in hair extensions
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Sudan, where the protests of women have paved the road to hell
There are a multitude of aphorisms that leap up in the mind, when anyone looks at the sad situation of read more Sudan, where the protests of women have paved the road to hell
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Iran attacks: Emirates resumes operations into Lagos, Friday
Emirates has announced that it will be resuming Dubai-Lagos–Dubai flights operations on Friday. Middle East carriers including Emirates, last week read more Iran attacks: Emirates resumes operations into Lagos, Friday
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Wakama names D’Tigress squad for FIBA Women’s World Cup qualifiers
D’Tigress head coach Rena Wakama has named her final 12-player squad for the 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup Qualifying Tournament read more Wakama names D’Tigress squad for FIBA Women’s World Cup qualifiers
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When agreement becomes a liability: Rebuilding truth systems in leadership
The applause was loud, polished, and completely misleading. The CEO had just finished outlining an ambitious three-year growth strategy. Heads read more When agreement becomes a liability: Rebuilding truth systems in leadership
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Business connect: Restauranting
Opening a restaurant is not only predicated on passion, space or good menus. Menus matter, and they are literally the read more Business connect: Restauranting
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Emerging opportunities for executives in AI
Conversations around artificial intelligence in Nigerian boardrooms and enterprise organisations felt like a scintillating scene from a movie or a read more Emerging opportunities for executives in AI
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China-Nigeria exports reach record $24.9bn as trade gap widens
China’s exports to Nigeria climbed to a record $24.9 billion in 2025, reversing three consecutive years of decline and extending read more China-Nigeria exports reach record $24.9bn as trade gap widens
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BATN recognised at CIO & C-Suite Awards Africa
The British American Tobacco of Nigeria (BATN) has been honoured with a special recognition award for its outstanding contributions to read more BATN recognised at CIO & C-Suite Awards Africa
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When Algorithms go wrong, directors are on the hook
Harm from AI is often discussed as an exception – an unfortunate edge case that can be patched with better read more When Algorithms go wrong, directors are on the hook
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EFCC witness tells court $2m recovered from Emefiele’s lawyer
A prosecution witness on Thursday told the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court that the sum of $2 million was read more EFCC witness tells court $2m recovered from Emefiele’s lawyer
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We must intentionally create pathways for qualified, interested women in hospitality – Adekoya
Abimbola Adekoya is a seasoned finance executive and passionate advocate for women’s leadership, amid over 17 years of experience in read more We must intentionally create pathways for qualified, interested women in hospitality – Adekoya
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How bandits are moving freely across Nigeria’s North-Central forests
Residents of border communities in Nasarawa State are describing in alarming detail how armed groups move freely through forest routes read more How bandits are moving freely across Nigeria’s North-Central forests
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How leadership failure keeps a nation of promise running in circles
Nigeria remains one of the world’s most enduring paradoxes: a nation of immense promise, over 210 million people, vast natural read more How leadership failure keeps a nation of promise running in circles
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AICL launches automated entry system to curb revenue leakages at Garki market  
The Abuja Investment Company Limited (AICL) has launched an upgraded automated gate access control system at the Garki International Market, read more AICL launches automated entry system to curb revenue leakages at Garki market  
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How we plan to build Africa’s biggest Agricultural Bank – Ayo Sotirin
Ayo Sontirin, managing director/chief executive officer of the Bank of Agriculture, BOA, in this exclusive interview with Businessday’s, Ruth Tene read more How we plan to build Africa’s biggest Agricultural Bank – Ayo Sotirin
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Tinubu’s oil cash blitz: Direct remittance Executive Order set to shake up Nigeria’s oil & gas giant
Tinubu’s New Executive Order (TNEO): Breaking Policy Shift In February 2026, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu issued a directive requiring direct read more Tinubu’s oil cash blitz: Direct remittance Executive Order set to shake up Nigeria’s oil & gas giant
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FG strengthens education data system with mandatory birth registration policy
The Federal Government has strengthened Nigeria’s education data management system with a new policy mandating birth registration as part of read more FG strengthens education data system with mandatory birth registration policy
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FG moves to end academic fraud with nationwide education data policy
The Federal Government has intensified efforts to curb academic fraud and strengthen the integrity of Nigeria’s education system with the read more FG moves to end academic fraud with nationwide education data policy
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Operatives of the Enugu Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC have arrested one Iziga Jude Ikechukwu, (also known as Easy-money) for allegedly abusing Naira notes during his birthday party. Ikechukwu, 24 year- old palm kernel dealer, was arrested following an actionable intelligence received via a viral video circulating on social media […] The post appeared first on Business Today NG.
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