In furtherance of its relentless drive towards assisting the needy at the grassroots, the Esther Matthew Tonlagha Foundation at the weekend rounded off a ‘5-Day Free Medical Check Up and Eye Surgery’ programme in Oporoza, Gbaramatu Kingdom, Delta State, with over 2,000 people from many communities in the state and its environs benefitting from the […] read more Over 2,000 people benefit from EMT Foundation’s free medicals

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has confirmed the appointment of former Manchester United manager Carlos Queiroz as national team head coach ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The 73-year-old Portuguese replaces Otto Addo, who was sacked on March 31 following disappointing results, including friendly defeats to Germany and Austria. Read Also: 2026 World Cup: […] read more Queiroz to lead Ghana at 2026 World Cup

Owning a car in Nigeria through financing schemes remains out of reach for millions of Nigerians, as rising vehicle prices, high interest... read more Explainer: Why car financing remains out of reach for most Nigerians

The Nigeria Customs Service intercepted over one million tramadol tablets and 10,000 bottles of Codeine syrup concealed in a commercial truck on a Benin City highway, in what authorities say was part of a cartel’s distribution network targeting the South-East. The seizure, valued at N1.056 billion, was made by the Federal Operations Unit Zone C, […] read more Nigeria Customs seizes N1bn drug shipment bound for South-East

.... initiative will offer gig workers the opportunity to earn up to $150 (£120) per hour by refining AI chatbots. read more LinkedIn to launch dedicated AI labour marketplace

Nigeria is set to project its maritime and energy innovation potential to a global audience as the Nigerian Institution of Marine Engineers and Naval Architects (NIMENA) prepares to host an international showcase for homegrown startups in Singapore, targeting foreign investment and strategic partnerships. The initiative, themed “NIMENA Innovation Night,” scheduled for April 24, 2026, is […] read more Maritime, energy startups get global stage at NIMENA Singapore showcase

Lagos, Rivers, and eight other states now control the lion’s share of both domestic and external debt, highlighting a growing divide between fiscally strong states and their marginal peers. Amid mounting public debt pressures across Nigeria, the fiscal squeeze is no longer confined to the federal government. It has extended to the states, where a […] read more Lagos, Rivers dominate Nigeria’s subnational debt

A new destination blending education with recreation has emerged in Lagos as Kidcity Lagos unveils a new entertainment and education hub for Nigerians, in a bid to tap into the country’s burgeoning edutainment market. Designed as a dynamic hub for learning and entertainment, the facility promises to offer children and parents an engaging space where […] read more Kidcity Lagos debuts as new hub for learning, family entertainment

Nigeria’s Supreme Court has scheduled April 22, 2026, to hear two appeals arising from the leadership crisis within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), in a move that could affect the party’s stability ahead of the 2027 general elections. The appeals, filed by a faction of the PDP led by Kabiru Turaki, seek to overturn an […] read more Supreme court fixes April 22 to hear PDP leadership crisis appeals

Guinness Nigeria Plc has joined the trillion-naira elite club, surpassing the N1 trillion mark in market capitalisation, a key milestone reflecting strong investor confidence as the Tolaram-backed firm swings to profitability. As of April 14, 2026, the company’s market capitalisation stood at approximately N1.09 trillion, according to data from the Nigerian Exchange. This milestone reflects […] read more Guinness Nigeria surpasses N1trn valuation for first time on record

Kano State Police Command has intensified its offensive against crime, arresting 193 suspects during coordinated raids on identified black spots across the state. The operations, carried out between April 10 and 12, were part of ongoing directives from the inspector-general of police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu. The measures are aimed at strengthening surveillance, boosting patrol visibility […] read more 193 arrested as police dismantle black spots across Kano

Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has dismissed claims in some quarters that the African Democratic Congress (ADC) was denied permission to use the Eagle Square for its national convention. Wike spoke on Monday in Abuja during a project inspection tour, describing the allegations as unfounded and politically motivated. Reports had indicated […] read more ADC didn’t apply for eagle square use – Wike

Observers from the Economic Community of West African States have praised the orderly and peaceful conduct of Benin’s presidential election held on April 12, 2026. This followed on-the-ground monitoring of voting and vote counting processes in the country’s commercial capital, Cotonou. The ECOWAS Election Observation Mission, led by Nana Akufo-Addo, former Ghanaian President, assessed the […] read more ECOWAS delegation praises transparency in Benin poll

As inflationary pressures reshape investment decisions across emerging markets and food security climbs higher on policy changes, structured agricultural investment is gradually gaining attention. In this interview, David Assogba, CEO of Reftop Homes Limited, who is repositioning farmlands from rural assets into financial infrastructure. He outlines why he believes agro-real estate could become one of […] read more Structured agro-real estate can stimulate rural economies as a development catalyst – Assogba

Africa’s economic trajectory in the first quarter of 2026 reveals a continent navigating a fragile balance between recovery and renewed external shocks. The early part of the year extended a disinflation trend across several economies, with countries such as Zambia and Zimbabwe returning to single-digit inflation. But that progress may be short-lived. A surge in […] read more Africa’s Q1 markets show resilience as inflation pressures resurface

Ondo State, Nigeria, April 2026 Rex Forestry Limited, a leading sustainable forestry and plantation management company operating within the Oluwa Forest Reserve, has successfully completed the construction and rehabilitation of more than 50 kilometres of strategic access roads across multiple rural communities in Ondo State. The initiative forms part of the company’s commitment to sustainable […] read more Rex Forestry Limited Enhances Rural Connectivity with Over 50km of Road Development Across Ondo Communities

Turkey, Egypt and Nigeria recorded the fastest growth in the global foodservice industry in 2025, expanding by 32 percent, 27 percent, and 19 percent respectively, according to a new report by global market intelligence firm Euromonitor International. The standout performance from these emerging economies highlights a shift in the global food market, where growth is […] read more Turkey, Egypt, Nigeria lead world’s fastest growing foodservice markets

Peter Obi, former Presidential Candidate and Chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has asked President Bola Tinubu to directly address Nigerians and take responsibility for campaign promises, insisting that leadership requires accountability, not deflection. Obi made the remarks on Monday night during an appearance on Arise TV in Abuja, where he criticised the current […] read more Address Nigerians on governance failures, campaign promises, Obi tells Tinubu

The Nigerian Insurers Association (NIA) is pleased to announce plans to honour its past Governing Council Members and Director General in recognition of their invaluable contributions to the growth and development of the Association. This initiative underscores the Association’s deep appreciation for the visionary leadership, dedication, and selfless service of those who have steered the […] The post NIA to Honour Past Governing Council Members, Former Director Generals appeared first on Business Today NG.

Romuald Wadagni has spent much of his life working with numbers. Now, those numbers have carried him to the highest office in Benin. The 49-year-old finance minister has secured a commanding victory in the country’s presidential election, winning 94 percent of the vote in a race shaped by the strength of the ruling coalition and […] read more From global finance to state house: Romuald Wadagni journey to Benin’s presidency

Nigeria has crossed a historic threshold in its downstream oil sector, emerging as a net exporter of petrol for the first time, driven by rising output from the Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals. The refinery exported 44,000 barrels per day (bpd) of petrol in March 2026, creating a surplus of about 3,000 bpd for the […] read more Nigeria becomes net petrol exporter as Dangote Refinery ships 44,000bpd

The Chairman of the Northern Christian Association of Nigeria, Joseph John Hayab, has cautioned political actors against exploiting religious and ethnic tensions ahead of future elections, warning that Kaduna State must not relive the tragic violence that trailed the 2002 Miss World Beauty Pageant crisis. Hayab, who also serves as Country Director for the Global […] read more Northern Christians Chair warns against politicising crisis, recalls 2002 Miss World Violence in Kaduna

Africa could miss out on a rapidly expanding global mobile economy projected to reach $11.3 trillion by 2030, as high device costs... read more Africa risks missing $11trn mobile boom as device costs stall adoption

Guinness Nigeria Plc is set to pay shareholders an interim dividend of N2.00 per ordinary share for the first quarter of 2026, marking its first payout in three years. In a corporate filing on Tuesday, the brewer said the dividend, subject to applicable withholding tax and shareholder approval, will be paid to investors on the […] read more Guinness Nigeria declares N2 interim dividend after three years

Africa has no shortage of world-class literature. What it has had is a distribution problem. A New Era for African Literature We are thrilled to announce a landmark partnership between Storipod, Africa’s largest creator economy platform, and Narrative Landscape Press, the award-winning powerhouse behind the continent’s most decorated modern classics. This collaboration marks a significant […] read more Rewriting Distribution: Storipod & Narrative Landscape Press Partner to Digitally Distribute Works by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and Other Award-Winning African Authors

ExxonMobil has identified its Bosi deepwater development as the most technically and commercially challenging asset in its Nigerian offshore portfolio, with the oil major’s local chief warning that gas infrastructure gaps and geological complexity mean the project trails its peers in readiness despite carrying the largest resource potential. Jadir Bax, chairman and managing director of […] read more ExxonMobil says Bosi gas complexity makes it Nigeria’s toughest deepwater bet

Cormart Nigeria Limited, a member of Tropical General Investments (TGI) Group, has pivoted to gas as its primary power source, reducing emissions while shielding its operations from rising diesel costs and grid instability. The company now operates five gas engines with a combined capacity of 5 MW, 1.5 MW at its head office in Ilupeju and 3.5 […] read more Cormart cuts emissions, stabilises operations with gas-powered strategy

The ECHO Creator Accelerator programme is calling for the monetisation of the African Creator economy to tap into the $250 billion global opportunity. Adetutu Laditan, founder of Woof Studios Africa, disclosed that Africa risks missing out on the estimated 250billion-dollar global creator economy without a stronger focus on monetisation and structured growth. Laditan said this […] read more ECHO targets African creator monetisation to tap $250bn global economy

The rusted derrick near the edge of town has not pumped oil in decades. But in the village where Shell geologists struck Nigeria’s first commercial crude in 1956, a quieter energy revolution is reshaping daily life and, with it, the local economy. A solar-and-battery microgrid installed in 2020 by Atlanta-based Renewvia Energy Corporation now serves […] read more Solar unlocks small business boom in Nigeria’s first oil village

Digital learning at Ekiti State University (EKSU) has received a major boost with the unveiling of “Digi-Teach” by Tunji Olowolafe, the vice-chancellor of the institution, signalling a bold expansion of the university’s tech-driven education strategy. Olowolafe unveiled sweeping digital initiatives aimed at transforming the institution’s academic landscape at the 30th Convocation ceremony of the institution […] read more Olowolafe unveils ‘Digi-Teach’, expands digital revolution at EKSU

The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) said that its long-awaited Port Community System will go live within weeks, as the digital platform nears final approval by the Federal Executive Council (FEC). Abubakar Dantsoho, managing director of the NPA, said the system has reached 90 percent completion and is now awaiting clearance from the FEC before rollout. […] read more NPA says Port Community System to go live in weeks as FEC approval nears

Romuald Wadagni, Benin’s finance minister, has won the country’s presidential election by a wide margin, securing more than 94 percent of the vote based on provisional results that electoral officials say are already beyond doubt. Romuald Wadagni, 49, was declared the clear winner after more than 90 percent of ballots were counted, according to the […] read more Wadagni wins Benin presidency in landslide amid weak opposition 

Lekki Port is sending staff to China for advanced training on port systems and logistics operations, betting that imported expertise will help it compete in West Africa’s increasingly crowded maritime market. The Nigerian port partnered with Beijing’s consulate to dispatch selected personnel for exposure to cutting-edge technologies and operational practices used in top-tier maritime hubs. […] read more Lekki Port taps Chinese expertise in regional maritime rivalry

Nigeria is in a strong position to benefit from the rapid growth in trade between East and West Africa, according to Frederik Klinke, chief executive officer of APM Terminals, Nigeria’s largest terminal operator. Klinke, while speaking at the Blue Economy Investment Summit in Abuja, said trade along the East–West Africa corridor grew by more than […] read more Nigeria paced for bigger slice of booming East–West Africa trade-Terminal operators

One of Ogun State governorship aspirants, Iyabo Obasanjo, has suspended her 2027 ambition after the All Progressives Congress (APC) adopted Senator Solomon Adeola as its consensus candidate, signaling an early consolidation of party support ahead of the election. Obasanjo, daughter of former President Olusegun Obasanjo, announced her decision in a statement on Monday, citing the […] read more Iyabo Obasanjo Steps Down as APC Picks Adeola as Ogun Consensus Candidate

Global economic stability faces renewed strain as the International Monetary Fund (IMF), World Bank Group, and International Energy Agency have warned that the economic and energy disruptions triggered by the war in the Middle East are likely to persist, with spillovers expected to hit energy-importing countries hardest and keep global prices elevated for an extended […] read more IMF, World Bank, IEA warn of prolonged global fallout as Middle East conflict drives energy shock