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Court of Appeal Dismisses Umar Mohammed’s Appeal, Upholds Special Court Martial Ruling
A three-member panel of Justices of the Court of Appeal,  Justice Abba Mohammed, Okon Abang and Eberechi Nyesom  have affirmed the conviction and sentence of former Group Managing Director of Nigerian Army Properties Limited (NAPL), Maj.-Gen. Umar Mohammed, for offences bordering on theft and misappropriation of company funds. In a unanimous ruling, the appellate court […] The post Court of Appeal Dismisses Umar Mohammed’s Appeal, Upholds Special Court Martial Ruling appeared first on Business Today NG.
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‘Tinubu’s education reforms strengthening Nigerian universities – VC
Jesse Uneke, Vice-Chancellor of David Umahi University of Health Sciences (DUFUHS), Uburu, has commended the education reforms of President Bola read more ‘Tinubu’s education reforms strengthening Nigerian universities – VC
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Fire at Abuja Civil Service Office Contained, No Casualties — Fire Service
BY OUR REPORTERS-The Federal Fire Service  on Monday reassured Nigerians that there is no reason for concern after a fire broke out at the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation building in Abuja on Monday morning. The service noted that the fire was swiftly contained by emergency responders, with authorities […] The post Fire at Abuja Civil Service Office Contained, No Casualties — Fire Service appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Electoral Act: Key provisions that put the opposition on edge
The passage of the Electoral Act 2026 has sparked intense debate across Nigeria’s political landscape, particularly among opposition parties that read more Electoral Act: Key provisions that put the opposition on edge
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IWD: Oyo Senator calls for greater gender inclusion, describe women as pillars of families, communities and nations
Sharafadeen Alli, an All Progressives Congress (APC) Senator that represents the Oyo South Senatorial District has urged governments, institutions and read more IWD: Oyo Senator calls for greater gender inclusion, describe women as pillars of families, communities and nations
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How MapleAfrica Alliance is reinventing emergency response in the Northwest
…donates 2 fire trucks to Zamfara The MapleAfrica Alliance, a Canada-Africa collaboration platform, has donated and delivered two fire trucks read more How MapleAfrica Alliance is reinventing emergency response in the Northwest
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FirstRand eyes Nigeria inroad in a thrust for continental banking dominance
Africa’s largest financial services group by market value has revealed its plan to test its might in the continent’s fiercest read more FirstRand eyes Nigeria inroad in a thrust for continental banking dominance
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Dangote leads as Adenuga, Rabiu, Otedola make Forbes Africa billionaires list, see their ranking, net worth
Four Nigerian businessmen, Aliko Dangote, Mike Adenuga, Abdulsamad Rabiu and Femi Otedola, have been named among Africa’s richest individuals in read more Dangote leads as Adenuga, Rabiu, Otedola make Forbes Africa billionaires list, see their ranking, net worth
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FG to Launch National Single Window for Trade March 27
The Federal Government has announced plans to launch the National Single Window (NSW) for Trade on March 27, 2026, in a move aimed at modernising Nigeria’s trade and port operations through digital technology. The initiative is designed as a centralised digital platform that will integrate all government agencies involved in import and export processes into […] The post FG to Launch National Single Window for Trade March 27 appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Nigeria’s equity rally: Cement and oil lead the charge against liquidity lull
The Nigerian equities market has been marked by a characteristic resilience in 2026. The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) closed last week read more Nigeria’s equity rally: Cement and oil lead the charge against liquidity lull
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Selective Arrest of Nigerians in Mozambique Unacceptable, Dabiri-Erewa Demands Release
BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission on Monday condemned the arrest of  42 Nigerians at a spare parts market in Mozambique, describing the development as disturbing and calling for their immediate release. The Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the Commission, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, disclosed this in a statement released by NIDCOM’s Director of Media, Public Relations […] The post Selective Arrest of Nigerians in Mozambique Unacceptable, Dabiri-Erewa Demands Release appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Wike Confirms Appointment of 1,659 FCTA Workers Employed In 2016, 2019
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has approved the confirmation of appointment of 1,659 staff of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA). The 1,659 whose appointments were confirmed were among the 2,281, who sat for the confirmation examination conducted by the FCT Civil Service Commission on February 28, 2026. In a statement […] The post Wike Confirms Appointment of 1,659 FCTA Workers Employed In 2016, 2019 appeared first on Business Today NG.
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Infinix NOTE 60 Pro Brings Flagship Performance and Interactive Design to the NOTE Series
In today’s digital era, smartphones have evolved far beyond simple communication devices. They have become powerful tools for productivity, creativity, read more Infinix NOTE 60 Pro Brings Flagship Performance and Interactive Design to the NOTE Series
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Lack of corporate organisations affecting grassroots football development in Ondo — FA chairman
Ondo State Football Association (FA), on Sunday, said the absence of major companies in the state is hindering the growth read more Lack of corporate organisations affecting grassroots football development in Ondo — FA chairman
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IWD: UNICEF launches ‘Yes! Girls Podcast’ to raise voices of adolescent girls
As part of activities marking the 2026 International Women’s Day (IWD), the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has launched a read more IWD: UNICEF launches ‘Yes! Girls Podcast’ to raise voices of adolescent girls
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CRC launches upgraded mobile app to expand access to credit data
CRC Credit Bureau has unveiled an upgraded version of its mobile application aimed at improving Nigerians’ access to credit information, read more CRC launches upgraded mobile app to expand access to credit data
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Sunbeth raises N165.7bn in oversubscribed commercial paper sale
Sunbeth Global Concepts Ltd. raised N165.73 billion from investors after its commercial paper issuance was oversubscribed by 65 percent, highlighting read more Sunbeth raises N165.7bn in oversubscribed commercial paper sale
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9PSB reinforces commitment to financial inclusion with ‘Send to Ghana’
9 Payment Service Bank (9PSB), Nigeria’s first Payment Service Bank, has launched a new product feature, Send to Ghana, that read more 9PSB reinforces commitment to financial inclusion with ‘Send to Ghana’
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Ndume urges Tinubu to launch offensive in Sambisa, Lake Chad
Ali Ndume, Senator representing Borno South Senatorial District, has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to intensify military operations against insurgents read more Ndume urges Tinubu to launch offensive in Sambisa, Lake Chad
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Fire destroys office of Head of Service in Abuja
A section of the office of the Head of Service of the Federation was on Monday morning gutted by fire. read more Fire destroys office of Head of Service in Abuja
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Suspected Lakurawa members set Kebbi police station on fire, seize ammunition
Suspected members of the Lakurawa terrorist group have attacked a police station in Illo town, Bagudo Local Government Area of read more Suspected Lakurawa members set Kebbi police station on fire, seize ammunition
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International Women’s Day: Women’s credit gap persists despite targeted bank loans
As the world marks International Women’s Day, fresh data on financial inclusion shows that millions of women in Nigeria and read more International Women’s Day: Women’s credit gap persists despite targeted bank loans
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Meet Egejurum Onyedikachi, winner of 2026 Southeast primary school Maths Olympiad
At a time when many children are just discovering their love for numbers, Egejurum Onyedikachi, a pupil of Diamond Special College... read more Meet Egejurum Onyedikachi, winner of 2026 Southeast primary school Maths Olympiad
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We need to democratise real estate by creating a model that ensures the informal sector can access it—Mayor of Housing
Low mortgage penetration in Nigeria means many citizens’ dream of owning homes can hardly be realized, hence the need for read more We need to democratise real estate by creating a model that ensures the informal sector can access it—Mayor of Housing
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Cement: REDAN worries as surging prices stall projects, push up rents
Over the past few months, the real estate and construction sectors have witnessed a troubling increase in the prices of read more Cement: REDAN worries as surging prices stall projects, push up rents
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Anxiety amongst PDP supporters as Appeal Court delivers judgement 
Stakeholders and leadership of the Nyesom Wike/ Samuel Anyanwu and the Governor Bala Mohammed/ Tanimu Turaki-led factions of the Peoples read more Anxiety amongst PDP supporters as Appeal Court delivers judgement 
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Business leaders canvass youth empowerment, stricter street trading regulation
Business leaders and other stakeholders in Lagos have canvassed youth empowerment and stricter street trading regulations to curb business disruptions read more Business leaders canvass youth empowerment, stricter street trading regulation
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G7 weighs 400m-barrel oil release as crude tops $100 per barrel
Finance ministers from the Group of Seven (G7) are set to discuss a possible coordinated release of crude from strategic reserves as oil price read more G7 weighs 400m-barrel oil release as crude tops $100 per barrel
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Amid customers’ protests, IBEDC explains power supply challenges
…says efforts ongoing to address situation Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company PLC (IBEDC) has explained that the electricity supply constraints being read more Amid customers’ protests, IBEDC explains power supply challenges
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Sule flags off construction of N6bn Akwanga Specialist Hospital
Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State has, in a major move to boost healthcare delivery in the State, begun the read more Sule flags off construction of N6bn Akwanga Specialist Hospital
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PSC denies N5m bribery allegations in ACP promotion exercise
The Police Service Commission (PSC) has dismissed allegations that senior police officers paid N5 million each to secure promotion to read more PSC denies N5m bribery allegations in ACP promotion exercise
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Michael Okpara University of Agriculture distributes 350 bags of fertilizer, other inputs to farmers for 2026 farming season
‎Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudke has distributed 350 bags of NPK 20-10-10 fertilizers to farmers drawn from adopted communities read more Michael Okpara University of Agriculture distributes 350 bags of fertilizer, other inputs to farmers for 2026 farming season
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REA expands mini-grid rollout to bypass national grid instability
Abba Aliyu, Managing Director of the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), has asserted that the Agency’s latest wave of mini-grid deployments read more REA expands mini-grid rollout to bypass national grid instability
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Lassa fever and Nigeria’s shame in selective urgency
Nigeria’s public health response has increasingly begun to resemble what Charles Dickens once described as a Tale of Two Cities, read more Lassa fever and Nigeria’s shame in selective urgency
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Akpabio donates N100m as Ngwu awards scholarships to 4,000 Enugu West students
The Enugu International Conference Centre was filled with excitement last Friday as Godswill Akpabio, president of the Senate, attended the read more Akpabio donates N100m as Ngwu awards scholarships to 4,000 Enugu West students
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G. Elias Redefines Empowerment with ‘Give to Gain’ for IWD 2026
The journey toward gender parity has never been a straight line; it is a relay race where the baton is read more G. Elias Redefines Empowerment with ‘Give to Gain’ for IWD 2026
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