Imo State Government has directed nursery, primary and secondary schools’ authorities in Aboh Mbaise Local Government Area to reopen their read more Imo Govt directs reopening of schools after diphtheria outbreak

BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—Leadway Assurance Company Limited has announced a landmark financial performance for the year ended December 31, 2024, posting  ₦173.2 billion in insurance revenue. According to the insurer, its revenue grew from N114.4 billion in 2023 to 173.2 billion in 2024, representing 51% increase.The revenue growth was primarily driven by strong performance across key […] The post Leadway Assurance Grows Insurance Revenue By 51% To N173.2bn FY24, Settles N117 Billion Claims first appeared on Business Today NG.

…Calms Igbeti residents on rock weathering incident Abiodun Oni, director general, Oyo State Solid Mineral Development Agency, has issued warnings read more Oyo Govt’ll end illegal mining, activities degrading environment- OSMDA

Alex OttI, governor of ‎Abia State, has asserted that it is more rewarding to celebrate people while they are alive read more Otti celebrates Chief Zebrudaya of New Masquerade comedy series at 75

BY NKECHI NARCHE-ESEZOBOR—The Nigeria government has condemned Israel’s preemptive strike on Iran that has led to an escalation of hostilities between Iran and the State of Israel. In a statement issued Saturday by the spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Ebienfa, the Federal Government called for an immediate restraint and end to the […] The post FG Condemns Israeli Strike On Iran, Calls For Peace first appeared on Business Today NG.

When Suits, the globally acclaimed American television series hit the screens in 2011, no one could have predicted the cultural read more Using entertainment to promote insurance education in Africa

BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—Ademola Ayotunde Abidogun, Managing Director, Guinea Insurance Plc and a member of Chartered Insurance Institute of Nigeria (CIIN) Governing Council has applauded and lend his full support to the bold and timely initiative of the insurance week introduced by the current President of the Institute, Mrs Yetunde Ilori. He encourage all stakeholders, insurers, […] The post Md Guinea Insurance, Abidogun Rallies Industry Support As Insurance Week Begins Nationwide first appeared on Business Today NG.

NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—In a bid to deepen insurance penetration and  awareness in the country, the Chartered  Insurance Institute of Nigeria (CIIN), said is set to commence the maiden edition of insurance industry’s week celebrations with the theme: “Insurance For All: Securing Nigeria Future’.“ Unveiling the activities of the insurance week via a virtual meeting, Mrs. Yetunde Ilori, […] The post CIIN Lists Plans For Insurance Week, Unveils Mascot first appeared on Business Today NG.

The Nigerian Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has announced the arrest of a Chinese national and five other suspected terrorist collaborators during a series of coordinated military operations conducted between June 5 and 7, 2025. The Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Markus Kangye, disclosed this development at a press briefing  today in Abuja. According to […] The post Terrorism: Troops Arrest Chinese National, 5 Others In Borno, Yobe first appeared on Business Today NG.

The chairman of the Corporate Affairs Managers of Nigeria Insurance Association (CAMCONIA), Segun Bankole has called on his colleagues nationwide to be actively involved through their individual companies in the forthcoming maiden edition of the Insurance Week which kicks off on June 27 through July 4, 2025. He made this plea at the monthly meeting […] The post CAMCONIA Rallies Support For Insurance Week first appeared on Business Today NG.

The Lagos Zonal Directorate 1 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Awolowo Road, Ikoyi, Lagos, on Friday, June 13, 2025, secured the conviction and sentence of four Filipinos and seven Nigerians for cyberterrorism and internet fraud before Justice Yellim Bogoro of the Federal High Court, sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos. The Filipino convicts are: […] The post Cyberterrorism, Fraud: Four Filipinos, Seven Nigerians Jailed first appeared on Business Today NG.

When Suits, the globally acclaimed American television series hit the screens in 2011, no one could have predicted the cultural phenomenon it would become. Centered around the glamorous world of corporate attorneys and set against the fast-paced backdrop of New York’s legal battleground, Suits took what many considered a dull profession and transformed it into […] The post How Heirs Insurance Is Using Entertainment To Promote Insurance Education In Africa first appeared on Business Today NG.

BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR —SUNU Assurances Nigeria Plc, a member of SUNU Group, said it paid a total of N3.28 billion as claims to policyholders at the end of the financial year ended 31st December, 2024, highlighting its commitment to policyholders. Speaking at its 38th Annual General Meeting (AGM), held today at the BWC Hotel, Victoria […] The post SUNU Assurances Pays N3.28bn As Claims FY24, Declares Dividend first appeared on Business Today NG.

EFCC Arraigns Jesam Michael for alleged Investment Scam The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC on Tuesday, June 10, 2025 arraigned Jesam Michael and his company Afriq Arbiq Arbitrage System Limited before Justice Obiora Egwuatu of the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja for alleged investment scam. They were arraigned on a seven- count charge […] The post EFCC Arraigns Jesam Michael for alleged Investment Scam first appeared on Business Today NG.

US Democratic Sen. Alex Padilla was forcefully removed from a press conference in Los Angeles Thursday and coerced to the ground after attempting to ask Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem a question. Padilla, California’s first Latino elected  to the US Senate, interrupted Noem as she was giving remarks in the Los Angeles FBI headquarters on […] The post US Senator Forcefully Removed From Press Conference first appeared on Business Today NG.

A US-based Nigerian Research Archeologist, Mr Abidemi Babalola, has won the Dan David prize award for the world’s largest award for research in history. The Times of Israel (TI) papers disclosed this on Thursday that Babalola won $300,000 cash prize at a ceremony held in Italy. Abidemi, an anthropological archeologist at the British Museum, uses […] The post Nigeria’s Abidemi Babalola, wins $300,000 Dan David Prize Award first appeared on Business Today NG.

President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has commended President Bola Tinubu as one of the architects of Nigeria’s democracy and for taking courageous decision as the leader of Nigeria. Akpabio made the commendation in his remarks at the joint sitting of the House of Representatives and the Senate which was addressed by President Tinubu as […] The post Democracy Day:Tinubu Is The Architect of Nigerian Democracy-Akpabio first appeared on Business Today NG.

With the African Energy Bank launching in 2025, African nations are gearing up to break the cycle of import dependency through local refining and energy infrastructure – unlocking jobs, revenue and regional value chains June 12, 2025/AEC Set to launch in June 2025 with an initial $5 billion in capital, the African Energy Bank (AEB) […] The post Can the African Energy Bank Transform the Continent’s Refining and Downstream Future? first appeared on Business Today NG.

ADDRESS BY PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU, GCFR AT THE JOINT SESSION OF THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY IN COMMEMORATION OF DEMOCRACY DAY, 2025  THURSDAY, 12TH JUNE 2025 Protocol: With profound honour, I stand before this joint session of our National Assembly; a parliament that embodies the will of the Nigerian people. 2. Today, as I entered this […] The post President Tinubu Address on June 12 Democracy Day first appeared on Business Today NG.

Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc (DSR) has announced that its Chairman, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, will retire from the Board effective June 16. The announcement, made through a corporate disclosure to the Nigerian Exchange Ltd., stated that the decision aligns with principles of good corporate governance and succession planning. It said, “Alhaji Aliko Dangote is one of […] The post Aliko Dangote To Retires as Board Chairman of Dangote Sugar first appeared on Business Today NG.

In a demonstration of its continued commitment to customer-centricity, innovation, and market leadership, Lasaco Assurance Plc, has convened its 2025 Customer Forum for the Northern Region at the prestigious A-Class Park, Maitama, Abuja. The forum brought together a distinguished assembly of customers, including policyholders, brokers, corporate clients, and industry partners, to engage in a robust […] The post Lasaco Assurance Hosts Customer Forum in Northern Region, Collaborates To Boost Service Delivery first appeared on Business Today NG.

Leadway Group, one of Nigeria’s foremost non-banking financial service group, has announced its sponsorship of the Nigerian Pavilion at the prestigious London Design Biennale, scheduled for June 2025. This sponsorship is a decisive commitment to the global celebration and representation of the next generation of Nigerian creatives through international convergence of Nigerian culture, innovation, and […] The post Leadway Supports Nigerian Pavilion at the London Design Biennale 2025 first appeared on Business Today NG.

Registering an average of 9,000 securities every week, the establishment of the registry has become an integral part of Ghana’s financial architecture, supporting secured lending.

Non-essential US embassy staff and their dependants in Baghdad are to be evacuated from Iraq due to heightened security risks, US government sources have said. Officials did not say exactly what prompted the removal, but have been told Israel was ready to launch an operation into Iran, the BBC’s US partner CBS reported. This was […]

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a growing public health concern in Ghana. Recent reports indicate that about 13.3% of the population is affected, with many cases occurring in people under 60 and often being diagnosed only when the disease is already at an advanced stage. The main causes of CKD in Ghana are long-term kidney infections, high blood pressure, and diabetes.

Societe Generale Ghana has posted a net profit of GH₵551 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, representing a 30% increase from 2023. However, the bank’s Return on Equity declined to 23% from 28% the previous year, primarily due to a rise in shareholders’ equity following a successful fixed asset revaluation. This was contained […]

Again, the “One District One Factory” initiative has fostered Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) growth, while established firms like Kasapreko and Fan Milk extend Ghana’s manufacturing reach internationally. 

Christopher Bonsu Baah has quickly become a household name following his standout displays for Ghana at last month’s Unity Cup in London. The 20-year-old Genk forward impressed on his senior debut against Nigeria and thrilled fans with his attacking flair in the subsequent match against Trinidad and Tobago.  His performances have sparked growing confidence that […]

The Springboard Road Show Foundation, through its flagship Ghana Grows Program, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with nine Youth-Led Organisations (YLOs) to expand the delivery of practical skills training, entrepreneurship support, and mentoring for young women and persons with disabilities across Ghana under the Empower360 initiative. The YLOs participating in this collaborative agreement […]

The Collateral Registry of the Bank of Ghana is currently investing in advanced technologies, including Artificial Intelligence, to enhance the system’s efficiency, security, and user experience. The Registry is also undertaking policy and regulatory reforms to ensure the legal framework remains agile and responsive to the evolving credit landscape. First Deputy Governor of the Bank […]

The Richter Family of Osu, Christian Coleman - Head of Coleman Family of Osu and Akropong, Rev. Dr. Chris Hesse - Head of the Hesse Family, Head of the Nii Akoto We of Osu Alata, Head of Nii Adumuah We of Osu Agblaoshie, The Swanikier and Engmann Families of Osu, The Badoo Family of Osu and all allied families, The District Minister and the entire congregation of the Osu Eben-Ezer Presbyterian Church (OEPC), regret to announce with deep sorrow the transition of their beloved Vincent Joseph Robert Richter.

The Minister for Transport, Joseph Bukari Nikpe has assured that government will allocate resources to complete the runway extension project of the Prempeh I International Airport in Kumasi by end of this year. The completion of the extension project will allow some international aircrafts land in Kumasi safely. Speaking to journalists at a stakeholders’ breakfast […]

Ghana’s energy narrative over the past two decades has been turbulent, with memorable periods of nationwide power shortages — the infamous “dumsor” era — crippling industries, households, and public confidence. But amid the crisis, a new class of stakeholders emerged: Independent Power Producers (IPPs). These private entities, though often underappreciated, became vital lifelines in stabilising […]

Heightened trade tensions and policy uncertainty are expected to drive global growth down this year to its slowest pace since 2008 outside of outright global recessions, according to the World Bank’s latest Global Economic Prospects report. The turmoil has resulted in growth forecasts being cut in nearly 70% of all economies—across all regions and income groups.  Global […]

The Ghana Institute of Procurement and Supply (GIPS) has extended warm congratulations to its founding chairman and fellow of the institute, Mr. Basil Ahiable, on his appointment as the board chairman of the Public Procurement Authority (PPA). According to the institute, Mr. Ahiable’s appointment to the state procurement regulatory body signals a new era of […]

Nigerian music sensation Ayra Starr secured a landmark victory at the 2025 BET Awards, clinching her first-ever award for Best International Act.