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When silence becomes a banking risk
There is something quietly revealing about a Nigerian bank stepping back from its profit focus to confront a crucial challenge: read more When silence becomes a banking risk
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Shaping future markets through strategic foresight
The assumption that tomorrow will look like today is a major error that leaders can make in today’s business environment. read more Shaping future markets through strategic foresight
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Gas-rich Nigeria missing out on big tech AI boom
For decades, Nigeria has flared billions of dollars’ worth of natural gas into the atmosphere, a symbol of misaligned incentives, read more Gas-rich Nigeria missing out on big tech AI boom
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Nigeria trade surplus jumps to record on refinery boom, oil shock
Nigeria posted its largest merchandise trade surplus on record in the first quarter of 2026, as the twin forces of read more Nigeria trade surplus jumps to record on refinery boom, oil shock
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Clean energy gains at risk as cooking gas nears N2,500/kg 
Cooking gas prices in Nigeria have refused to budge from punishing levels, hovering around N2,500 per kilogram, as a structural read more Clean energy gains at risk as cooking gas nears N2,500/kg 
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150,000 Nigerians undergo training as FG intensifies skills-to-employment reforms
The Federal Government has intensified efforts to bridge Nigeria’s skills gap and tackle youth unemployment, revealing that more than 150,000 read more 150,000 Nigerians undergo training as FG intensifies skills-to-employment reforms
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EFCC drags National Assembly directors, couple, others to court over alleged N1.99bn fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Monday intensified its crackdown on financial crimes as it dragged senior National read more EFCC drags National Assembly directors, couple, others to court over alleged N1.99bn fraud
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TechnoServe seeks millers’ input to boost food fortification efforts
Nigeria’s food fortification drive is set to get a significant boost, with TechnoServe seeking millers input to inform the next read more TechnoServe seeks millers’ input to boost food fortification efforts
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Optiva Capital to strengthen over $7 billion in assets through Red Media communications partnership
Optiva Capital Partners, an investment migration agency which manages over $7 billion in Assets Under Management (AUM), and an investment read more Optiva Capital to strengthen over $7 billion in assets through Red Media communications partnership
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US federal judge overturns Trump’s $100,000 H-1B visa fee
A United States (US) federal judge has overturned a policy introduced by President Donald Trump that imposed a $100,000 (approximately read more US federal judge overturns Trump’s $100,000 H-1B visa fee
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Cracks widen in Ogun APC as Iyabo Obasanjo bows out
A fresh crack has emerged within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ogun State as former Ogun Central Senator, Iyabo read more Cracks widen in Ogun APC as Iyabo Obasanjo bows out
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World Cup 2026: Somali referee dropped after U.S. visa denial
Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan has been barred from officiating at the FIFA 2026 World Cup after being denied entry read more World Cup 2026: Somali referee dropped after U.S. visa denial
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#AIOCAIRO2026: Faces at the 52nd AIO Conference in Cairo, Egypt
Cross section of Linkage Assurance Plc delegation  to AIO led by its  Managing Director/CEO, Mr. Daniel Braie, at today’s event. From left: Segun Balogun, Independent non-Executive Director, SanlamAllianzi General Insurance Ltd; Deputy Commissioner for Insurance Finance & Admin, Ekerete Ola Gam-Ikon and  Chairman,SanlamAllianz Life Insurance Nigeria Limited, Dr. Olufemi Oyetunji; at the event. Cross section […] The post #AIOCAIRO2026: Faces at the 52nd AIO Conference in Cairo, Egypt appeared first on Business Today NG.
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National Assembly to consider State Police bill this week – Senate Leader
…Isolates legislation from Constitution amendment bills for accelerated consideration The Senate has scheduled consideration of amendments to the 1999 Constitution read more National Assembly to consider State Police bill this week – Senate Leader
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Reps push bill to reform Nigeria’s statistical system
The House of Representatives is pushing to reform Nigeria’s statistical system with a new  bill aimed at replacing the existing read more Reps push bill to reform Nigeria’s statistical system
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Tinubu swears in Tegbe, Enikanolaiye to power, foreign affairs ministries 
President Bola Tinubu, on Monday, swore in Joseph Tegbe as the new Minister of Power and Sola Enikanolaiye as the read more Tinubu swears in Tegbe, Enikanolaiye to power, foreign affairs ministries 
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Warri–Itakpe train derails, four coaches run off track — NRC 
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has confirmed a derailment involving the Warri–Itakpe Train Service, with four coaches reportedly running off read more Warri–Itakpe train derails, four coaches run off track — NRC 
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Tegbe takes oath of office, pledges affordable electricity for households, businesses 
Joseph Tegbe, Nigeria’s new Minister of Power has assured Nigerians that the direction for his administration is clear and focused read more Tegbe takes oath of office, pledges affordable electricity for households, businesses 
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Divided by barrels, united by football
As geopolitical tensions continue to shape global discourse, from instability in the Middle East and concerns surrounding the Strait of read more Divided by barrels, united by football
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MTN bets 307M subscribers on streaming comeback
MTN Group is betting its vast base of 307.2 million subscribers on a streaming comeback with the launch of MTN read more MTN bets 307M subscribers on streaming comeback
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Ohanaeze bans Ezeigbo, Igwe titles outside igboland, launches voter mobilisation drive
The Edo State Chapter of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide has prohibited the use of unauthorised traditional titles such as Ezeigbo, Ezendigbo, read more Ohanaeze bans Ezeigbo, Igwe titles outside igboland, launches voter mobilisation drive
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PHOTOS: How 357 Ngoshe captives regain freedom – Zulum
..commends NSA, Military, DSS, others Babagana Zulum, the governor of Borno State has explained how President Bola Tinubu’s administration and read more PHOTOS: How 357 Ngoshe captives regain freedom – Zulum
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United Capital Secures Landmark Investment Banking Licenses in Ethiopia and Rwanda
Pan-African financial services conglomerate United Capital Group has secured investment banking licenses in Ethiopia and Rwanda, achieving a historic milestone in its East African expansion strategy. With the approval from the Ethiopian Capital Market Authority, United Capital becomes the first foreign institution permitted to offer investment banking, financial advisory, securities brokerage, and portfolio management services […] The post United Capital Secures Landmark Investment Banking Licenses in Ethiopia and Rwanda appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Sycamore expands access to short-term capital with quotation of N6.89bn Commercial Papers on FMDQ Exchange
FMDQ Securities Exchange Limited has approved the quotation of Sycamore Integrated Solutions Limited’s N1.82 billion Series 1 Tranche A and read more Sycamore expands access to short-term capital with quotation of N6.89bn Commercial Papers on FMDQ Exchange
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Xenophobic attacks: Nigeria may consider retaliation against South Africa – FG 
…Set to begin repatriation  The federal government said the Nigerian government may sanction South Africa over the ongoing unjustified attacks read more Xenophobic attacks: Nigeria may consider retaliation against South Africa – FG 
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Four debutant nations ready to shake up 2026 World Cup
Excitement is building ahead of the FIFA 2026 World Cup as football fans across the globe count down to the read more Four debutant nations ready to shake up 2026 World Cup
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#AIOCAIRO2026: NAICOM Boss Advocates Regulatory Disruption as Tope Smart Urges Shift From Traditional Insurance Models
BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR— Innovation is no longer an optional strategy but a mandatory requirement for regulators seeking to close the insurance gap across Africa, according to Olusegun Ayo Omosehin, the Commissioner for Insurance and Chief Executive of Nigeria’s National Insurance Commission (NAICOM). Speaking as a panelist during the regulatory session at the 52nd African Insurance […] The post #AIOCAIRO2026: NAICOM Boss Advocates Regulatory Disruption as Tope Smart Urges Shift From Traditional Insurance Models appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Nigeria Policy Watch: How Nigeria lost its industrial edge
This edition of Nigeria Policy Watch deep dives into one of the most important unanswered questions in Nigeria’s economic history: read more Nigeria Policy Watch: How Nigeria lost its industrial edge
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AI systems failing many global users have a data Problem, not technology – Analyst
Lisa Udechukwu, a data quality analyst whose work focuses on AI annotation, data integrity, and trustworthy AI evaluation, says the read more AI systems failing many global users have a data Problem, not technology – Analyst
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Ten things you need to know as Nigeria opens its grid to solar sellers
  Nigeria has officially opened its electricity grid to solar sellers. As of June 3, 2026, the Net Billing Regulations read more Ten things you need to know as Nigeria opens its grid to solar sellers
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Expert chides Accountants over alleged professional misconduct in Akwa Ibom
Umana-ete Udoh, an accounting expert and former Accountant General of Akwa Ibom State has accused a team of accountants, who read more Expert chides Accountants over alleged professional misconduct in Akwa Ibom
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How Danladi, incumbent speaker, secured APC gov’ship ticket for Kwara North
For a period of time, the question of political inclusion and equitable power distribution has remained a recurring theme in read more How Danladi, incumbent speaker, secured APC gov’ship ticket for Kwara North
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FCT Police launch special violent crime unit to tackle kidnapping, armed robbery in Abuja
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has inaugurated a specialised Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU) to strengthen efforts against read more FCT Police launch special violent crime unit to tackle kidnapping, armed robbery in Abuja
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FCT Police launch special violent crime unit to tackle kidnapping, armed robbery in Abuja
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has inaugurated a specialised Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU) to strengthen efforts against read more FCT Police launch special violent crime unit to tackle kidnapping, armed robbery in Abuja
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10 fast-selling cars in Nigeria’s automotive market
As inflation and FX pressures continue to shape consumer spending, Nigeria’s automotive market is increasingly being driven by affordability rather read more 10 fast-selling cars in Nigeria’s automotive market
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History to Innovation: How the NCC is Inspiring Nigeria’s Next Generation of Tech Girls
BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has applauded the Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, for spearheading schemes aimed at arming young Nigerian women with technological expertise and fostering increased female representation in the silicon landscape. The regulatory body shared these accolades during the 2026 National Girls in ICT event, […] The post History to Innovation: How the NCC is Inspiring Nigeria’s Next Generation of Tech Girls appeared first on Business Today NG.
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