A wave of deadly violence tore through communities in Nasarawa State at dawn on Friday, leaving at least 11 people dead and more than 50 homes reduced to ashes in what authorities suspect to be a reprisal attack. The early morning assault plunged Akyawa and neighbouring Udege Kasa into chaos as armed hoodlums stormed the […] read more 11 killed, homes razed in Nasarawa reprisal attack

BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have successfully dismantled a drug trafficking syndicate in high stakes intelligence led operations that lasted three weeks during which cocaine consignments concealed in tins of palm kernel extract heading to the United Kingdom were intercepted and the warehouse where the shipments are packaged raided […] The post NDLEA Uncovers Cocaine in Palm Kernel Oil Cans, Arrests Pastor, Wife Over Drug Trafficking appeared first on Business Today NG.

…15 power plants sign settlement deal President Bola Tinubu has approved a N3.3 trillion settlement plan to clear power sector debts accumulated over more than ten years in what his administration is casting as the most decisive intervention yet in a grid that has long frustrated households and strangled economic growth. The payment framework, announced […] read more Nigeria unlocks N3.3trn to rescue power sector from decade of debt

Offset Communications Advisory Ltd has filed a suit against Qore Technologies Ltd at the Federal High Court in Lagos, seeking N50 million in damages over alleged copyright infringement. In the suit marked FHC/L/CS/1994/2025, the claimant accused Qore of using elements of a communications proposal it submitted in December 2022 without formal engagement, attribution, or a […] read more Copyright dispute: Offset communications sues Qore Technologies, seeks N50m damages

President Bola Tinubu on Saturday, charged all tiers of government to ensure that development is spread across all level, from the federal, states to the local governments. This is just as he assured that his administration’s infrastructure development and economic reforms across sectors, will benefit everyone, as well as strengthen the well-being, and prosperity of […] read more Let our development touch every level – Tinubu 

Nigeria’s cassava processing industry is facing a critical setback as factories struggle to secure sufficient raw materials, hampering the production of starch, flour, and other by-products. In recent years, the industry has seen massive investments as high-capacity processing plants sprang up, bolstered by policies aimed at driving industrial starch, flour, and ethanol production. On paper, […] read more Nigeria’s cassava factories struggle with feedstock shortages

BY IBUKUN OLAJIDE—Coronation Insurance Plc has released its audited financial results for the year ending 31 December 2025. According to notice released on the floor of Nigeria Exchange, the insurer recorded a strong performance in its top-line earnings for the 2025 financial year, with insurance revenue rising by 51.4 per cent year-on-year to N74.83 billion, […] The post Coronation Insurance Posts Strong Top-Line Growth, Revenue Hits N74.83bn appeared first on Business Today NG.

Deontay Wilder has reignited talk of a long-awaited heavyweight showdown with Anthony Joshua after defeating Derek Chisora via split decision in London. The former world champion returned to winning ways with a hard-fought victory at the O2 Arena, edging Chisora after a gruelling contest that went the distance. Read Also: Wilder desperate to fight Anthony […] read more ‘Let’s get it on’: Deontay Wilder calls out Anthony Joshua

…Covenant University hosts 2026 National Budgeting Roundtable As the Nigerian government faces mounting economic pressures, experts are urging a rethink of national budgeting, one that puts artificial intelligence and human capital at the centre of decision-making. Stakeholders across academia, government and the private sector, who gathered at Covenant University, Ota, Ogun State, for the seventh […] read more Experts push AI, human capital integration in national budgeting

The newly appointed deans of schools and heads of departments at Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) have been urged to prioritise transformative, university-driven mindset anchored on integrity, innovation, and accountability as the institution pushes for a major transition. Ibraheem Abdul, the rector of YABATECH made the charge during a one-day induction training workshop organised by […] read more YABATECH rector urges new Deans, HODs on integrity, innovation

Galatasaray vice-president Ibrahim Hatipoglu has credited Victor Osimhen with driving a major surge in the club’s global popularity and brand value. Since completing a permanent €75 million move from Napoli last summer, Osimhen has become the centrepiece of a new era at RAMS Park, with club executives pointing to his influence both on and off […] read more Osimhen effect boosts Galatasaray’s global brand — Club vice president

Two people have been killed after a clash in Kokami Village, Yakaji ‘A’ Ward of Danja Local Government Area of Katsina State on Saturday over popular stable food, garri reports are saying. The State Government has since condemned the killings, describing it as tragic, unfortunate and unacceptable. This is contained in a statement by Nasir […] read more Two people killed over garri, sachet water clash in Katsina  

At least 34 students of the University of Jos, who hail from Delta State have been evacuated from the institution following the recent security crisis in Plateau State. Delta State Government evacuated the students and assured them of safety and continued support. Sunday Onoriode, the state’s director of protocol,  during a reception of the evacuated […] read more Delta evacuates 34 students from UNIJOS over Plateau security crisis

The controversial endorsement of Yusuf Buhari, son of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, for the House of Representatives seat in the Daura/Sandamu/Mai’adua Federal Constituency ahead of the 2027 elections has ignited a political firestorm within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Katsina State. The storms and divisions surfaced days after a stakeholders’ meeting in […] read more 2027: Buhari’s son’s endorsement triggers political firestorm

….NDC, ADP may emerge as alternative platforms Rising tensions between the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) have thrown the party into uncertainty just weeks before the commencement of primaries for the 2027 general elections. INEC recently announced it would suspend official engagement with the ADC leadership and would not […] read more ADC crisis: Bigwigs weigh options as primaries near 

Lagos LuxuryByFeyi Fashion Showroom and Feyiartistery Art Gallery’s have recently hosted an exclusive pre-launch in Ikoyi area of Lagos. The pre-launch showcased the fashion brand SS26’s campaign, ‘Circular Economy: Now or Never’. This phrase (Now or Never) appears on every piece in the collection, along with an alphabet that spells out the full (Circular Economy) […] read more Lagos LuxuryByFeyi Fashion Showroom, Feyiartistery Art Gallery’s pre-launch opening in Ikoyi

My dear favoured Nigerian politician, come, let us reason together. Let us for once brainstorm on the pitiable plights of the common man, whose needs you are supposed to serve. One is talking about the beggar in the street, the orphans, the homeless and of course, the overtaxed breadwinner who has to pay more for […] read more To our strange redeemers

THE optics are awful and reminders that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is dizzyingly descending into irrelevance. Instead of arresting the slide, his cravings for remaining President have blinded him to placing power above Nigerians, above everything. While Nigerians await military actions in parts that terrorists and bandits have occupied, armoured tankers are deployed to protect […] read more In Jos Tinubu proved his irrelevance to Nigerians

The leading People’s Democratic Party (PDP) governorship aspirant for Lagos State in 2027, Laja Adeoye, has held a strategic meeting with the Forum of Lagos PDP local government chairmen representing all 20 councils in the state. The forum was led by the Chairman of Chairmen, Wasiu Aderounmu Adeyemi (Jagun) chairman of Shomolu LGA area of the […] read more Lagos 2027: Adeoye engages forum of PDP LG chairmen, promises good governance for Lagosians

The Lagos State Government, through the Consumer Protection Agency (LASCOPA), has issued a strong advisory to Lagos residents this period of Easter, urging consumers to exercise caution and vigilance in their transactions to avoid exploitation and unsafe practices. A statement signed by the General Manager, Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency, Afolabi Solebo, advised Lagosians to […] read more Easter celebration: LASCOPA cautions residents on financial exploitation, unsafe practices

The Emir of Ilorin and Chairman, Kwara State Traditional Rulers Council, Mai-Martaba Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, has extended his heartfelt felicitations to Christians across the country in commemoration of the 2026 Easter festival. The monarch described the season as a profound reminder of the timeless virtues of sacrifice, compassion, forgiveness, and hope, as exemplified in the life […] read more Use Easter period for spiritual renewal, Emir Sulu-Gambari urges Christians

 …Plans to build research centre at Rivers State University Dumo Lulu-Briggs, managing director of Platform Petroleum, has pledged to construct an industry research centre at the Rivers State University (RSU), Nkpolu Orowurukwo, Port Harcourt. The research centre when completed, will serve as a platform, where the business community, the academia and government will be meeting […] read more Industrialist seeks stronger public-private partnership in educational devt

Rechael Okonkwo,Nollywood actress, popularly known as Nkoli Nwa Nsukka, has secured another major endorsement deal with Malta Guinness, further strengthening her growing profile as a leading face in Nigeria’s entertainment and brand space. Expressing her excitement about the partnership, the actress said, “I am so happy to be here today. I am keen about supporting […] read more Rechael Okonkwo strengthens brand portfolio with Malta Guinness partnership

Hospitality entrepreneur Adegbe Ogbeh, in this interview with KENNETH ATHEKAME spoke on the realities facing local hospitality brands, from infrastructure deficits and talent gaps to macroeconomic pressures shaping growth and expansion. Nigeria’s hospitality sector is evolving rapidly. How would you describe the transformation of local hospitality brands over the past decade? Standards have improved significantly […] read more Why Nigeria’s hospitality brands are struggling to scale globally – Ogbeh

Wreforce Hassan Usman is the African Democratic Congress (ADC) House of Assembly aspirant for Gombi constituency in Gombi Local Government Area of Adamawa State. In this interview, he spoke about his mission and vision for his constituency in the areas of agriculture, health, education, water and youth employment. He promised to give an impactful representation […] read more I am seeking ADC ticket to rescue Gombi constituency Adamawa from ineffective representation – Usman

You Matter Charity Foundation in Delta State has again demonstrated that everybody is somebody and that every life has value, as it joined the world to celebrate and support children living with autism in the state. The Foundation and its members alongside some prominent persons, celebrities and entertainers, Thursday, embarked on 4km walk to Government […] read more Autism: Awareness not sufficient, says Oborevwori’s wife as she cares, supports autistic children in Delta

As Christians globally mark Easter today being Sunday April 5, Nigerian faithful are celebrating the triumph of the risen Christ following His resurrection from death. Easter, a celebration of the power to live above death, is characterised by the three-day activities of Calvary as a pointer to the power of divinity for man to live […] read more Nigerians celebrate triumph of faith with risen Christ

…As Catholics celebrate 2026 Chrism Mass Adewale Martins, the Catholic Archbishop of Lagos, has called on Nigerians to strengthen their resolve and hope in a better Nigeria. The cleric admitted that Nigerians are finding it difficult to live their daily lives on the back of the socio-economic challenges currently facing the country. He however assured […] read more Easter: Opportunity by which God tells us never to lose hope – Archbishop Martins

Easter is the grammar of paradox. It proclaims life out of death, hope out of despair, return out of rupture. It is the season where endings are revised and finalities are questioned. Yet, even within its luminous promise, Easter does not practise amnesia. The resurrection does not erase the cross; it redeems it. The wounds […] read more Resurrection without Amnesia: Between the prodigal son and the university of crime

Building on the success of the first phase of the Plastic Recycling Programme in Southern Nigeria (PReP), TechnoServe, an international nonprofit group, has launched the Plastic Recycling Programme in Nigeria, dubbed PReP 2.0, with funding from The Coca-Cola Foundation. The new phase is aimed at continuing to develop an inclusive recycling system, strengthening livelihoods, and […] read more TechnoServe, Coca-Cola Foundation launch PReP 2.0 to scale plastic recycling in Nigeria

Easter is the grammar of paradox. It proclaims life out of death, hope out of despair, return out of rupture. It is the season where endings are revised and finalities are questioned. Yet, even within its luminous promise, Easter does not practise amnesia. The resurrection does not erase the cross; it redeems it. The wounds […] read more Resurrection without Amnesia: Between the Prodigal Son and the University of Crime

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has directed all international money transfer operators (IMTOs) to open naira settlement accounts. The operators are to henceforth, route all remittance transactions through the naira settlement accounts. By this move, recipients of diaspora remittances will be paid in the local currency from May, ending decades of dollar payments to […] read more CBN: IMTOs’ naira settlement for diaspora remittances deepens FX transparency, security

In a country where economic uncertainty has become a defining reality, the question of how to protect wealth is no longer theoretical, it is urgent. For decades, Nigerians, particularly those in the diaspora, have relied on the U.S. dollar as a trusted shield against the weakening naira. It was the safe haven, the fallback plan, […] read more Why rental income in Lagos is becoming the new dollar hedge

As the tenure of Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq gradually winds down and the 2027 general election approaches, a growing number of aspirants have begun jostling for the governorship ticket of the All Progressives Congress (APC), with others emerging from the main opposition, the People’s Democratic Party (PDP). Within the APC, aspirants are drawn from the three […] read more Kwara indigenes who want Governor Abdulrazaq’s job in 2027

According to the Food and Agriculture Organization, FAO/ World Health Organization, WHO Regional Conference on Food Safety for Africa that was jointly held in Harare, Zimbabwe, (3-6 October 2005) reports indicate the illness due to contaminated food is perhaps the most widespread health problem in the contemporary world. It is an important cause that has […] read more Imperative of the enforcement of food safety standards in Nigeria

Dr. Ezekiel Adamu, Group CEO of Balmoral Group and promoter of Africa’s biggest boxing event, Chaos in the Ring, has outlined an ambitious vision to transform boxing into a major economic driver for Nigeria. In an exclusive interview with Anthony Nlebem, Dr. Adamu spoke on building a scalable sports-entertainment ecosystem, unlocking talent, and positioning Lagos […] read more We’re transforming Nigerian boxing into a viable economic sector — Adamu