BY NKECHI NAECHE- ESEZOBOR ( WASHINGTON DC)–Africa economies, the World Bank and International Monetary Fund (IMF) have been advised on the need for positive impact of data on Africa’s development agenda. Senator, Bar. Jimoh Ibrahim, representing Ondo South Senatorial District and Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of Global Fleet Group, gave this advise at the sidelines of […] The post Sen. Jimoh Ibrahim Calls For Effective Data Usage For Africa’s Development first appeared on Business Today NG.

BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) on Wednesday condemned the outrageous statement credited to the Honourable Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, claiming that 150 million Nigerians now enjoy “adequate electricity” with 5,500MW. The Congress in a statement released on Wednesday said  the wild assertion is not only pretentious, it is a bad joke on […] The post Your Claim On “Adequate Electricity” In Nigeria Is Outrageous- NLC Tells Adelabu first appeared on Business Today NG.

NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBO-(WASHINGTON DC)-Nigeria’s Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun is spearheading the country’s delegation to the 2025 IMF-World Bank Spring Meetings in Washington, D.C., where he will drive discussions on economic reform, international partnership, and financial sustainability. The Honourable Minister’s schedule for the week underscores Nigeria’s strategic push for […] The post Wale Edun Champions Nigeria’s Economic Reform Agenda At IMF-World Bank Spring Meetings first appeared on Business Today NG.

Washington, DC—Buoyed by last year’s successful Africa Investment Forum’s Market Days that generated $29.2 billion of investment interest, its nine founding partners are bracing for an even bigger and better event later this year. The 2024 Africa Investment Forum Market Days attracted more than 2,300 investors and participants from 83 countries around the world, more […] The post Africa Investment Forum Builds $225B Momentum In Making Continent Bankable first appeared on Business Today NG.

الدوحة- بزنس ريبورت الإخباري|| أعلنت شركة الخليج للمخازن (جي دبليو سي) القطرية، إحدى الشركات الرائدة في مجال الخدمات اللوجستية في منطقة الشرق الأوسط وشمال إفريقيا، عن نتائجها المالية للربع الأول من عام 2025. وسجلت (جـي دبليـو سي) إيرادات إجمالية بلغت 367.65 مليون ريال قطري، وصافي ربح قدره 37.69 مليون ريال، بارتفاع نسبته 54% مقارنة بالربع […] The post “جي دبليو سي” القطرية تحقق أرباحًا فصلية بـ38 مليون ريال appeared first on Business News Report.

أبوظبي- بزنس ريبورت الإخباري|| في خطوة استراتيجية لتعزيز موقع دولة الإمارات كمركز إقليمي وعالمي رائد في التكنولوجيا والتحول الرقمي، أعلنت شركة دو الإماراتية، التابعة لشركة الإمارات للاتصالات المتكاملة، عن إطلاق مشروع مركز بيانات فائق النطاق بتكلفة تقديرية تبلغ 2 مليار درهم إماراتي. ويمثل المشروع، الذي تم الإعلان عنه رسميًا خلال فعاليات “أسبوع دبي للذكاء الاصطناعي”، […] The post “دو الإماراتية” تطلق مركز بيانات فائق النطاق باستثمارات ملياري درهم appeared first on Business News Report.

الرياض- بزنس ريبورت الإخباري|| شهدت السعودية والإمارات قفزة نوعية في استثمارات رأس المال الجريء خلال الربع الأول من عام 2025، لتتصدرا بذلك مشهد التمويل والابتكار في منطقة الشرق الأوسط وشمال أفريقيا، وفقًا لأحدث بيانات صادرة عن منصة “ماغنيت” المتخصصة في تحليل البيانات الاستثمارية. وحصدت السعودية، المركز الأول على مستوى المنطقة والأسواق الناشئة عالميًا، بعدما استقطبت […] The post السعودية والإمارات تتصدران مشهد رأس المال الجريء في الشرق الأوسط appeared first on Business News Report.

  The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has ordered an immediate investigation into allegations of extortion involving officers of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC). This was disclosed in a statement on Tuesday by the spokesman to the Minister of Interior, Babatunde Alao. He said the officers, according to a viral post, allegedly […] The post Interior Minister Orders Probe Into Alleged Extortion By NSCDC Officers first appeared on Business Today NG.

Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, on Tuesday  convicted and sentenced  Tobor Efeturi Godspower to eight years imprisonment for impersonation. Godspower was arraigned by the Lagos Zonal Directorate 2 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on a two-count charge bordering on fraudulent impersonation and possession of fraudulent documents. One of the counts reads; […] The post Court Jails Man Eight Years For Impersonation first appeared on Business Today NG.

On April 6, Lazio faced off against Atalanta in a blockbuster Serie A fixture. All eyes were on the reigning African Player of the Year Ademola Lookman to come up clutch and deliver the goods for Atalanta; instead, it was a different Nigerian player who proved decisive.  The sole goal of the match came in […]

Deputy Attorney General, Justice Srem-Sai, has called for calm and restraint following the suspension of the Chief Justice, Mrs Gertrude Torkornoo, by President John Mahama, urging Ghanaians not to politicise what he described as a “technical and legal issue.” Speaking on The Pulse on Joy News regarding the ongoing controversy, Justice Srem-Sai emphasised that the suspension appears to be a constitutional step aimed at allowing the Chief Justice the space to adequately prepare to defend herself against allegations made in a formal petition.

Real Tamale United have booked their spot in the 2024/25 Division One League playoff with 4 games to spare. The Tamale based side have been in imperious form this season, establishing a 13 point lead at the top of the Zone 1A standings. Sarfo Castro’s men will face the winner of Zone 1B for a […]

The Director of Programmes and Policy Engagement at the Centre for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana), Dr Kojo Pumpuni Asante, has called for urgent reforms to address loopholes exploited by politicians to arbitrarily change the heads of institutions.

The Minister of Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has confirmed the dismissal of the Chief Executive Officer of the Tamale Teaching Hospital, Dr. Adam Atiku, with immediate effect.

Member of Parliament for Suame, John Darko, has strongly condemned the recent suspension of the Chief Justice, calling it a dangerous precedent and a blatant abuse of constitutional processes.

In a bid to enhance access to healthcare for children and support Ghana’s ambition of achieving universal health coverage by 2030, the SM Cares Foundation has launched a health-focused initiative to enrol children aged between three months and seventeen years onto the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS). The outreach event, held on 17th April 2025, […]

Rugby Africa President Herbert Mensah has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Zimbabwe Rugby Union (ZRU) President Losson Mtongwiza for being named runner-up in the 2024 Administrator of the Year category at the Annual National Sports Awards (ANSA), praising his exceptional leadership and rapid impact on Zimbabwean rugby. In a letter issued by the continental rugby boss, Herbert Mensah lauded Mtongwiza’s visionary approach, noting the swift progress made under his stewardship since his election in May 2024.

Ikeja Sexual Offences and Domestic Violence Court has sentenced a man, Nnanna Daniel, to 14 years imprisonment for attempt to commit sexual assault by penetration of a 13-year-old girl. His name will be registered in the Sexual Offenders Register as maintained by Lagos State. Justice Rahman Oshodi convicted and sentenced Daniel after he pleaded guilty […] The post Man Jailed 14 Years For Attempting To Sexual Assault 13-year-old Girl first appeared on Business Today NG.

The Minority has condemned the actions of President John Mahama on the suspension of the Chief Justice, Gertrude Torkornoo.

Private legal practitioner, Martin Kpebu, has suggested that a voluntary resignation by the Chief Justice, Gertrude Torkornoo, would be in the best interest of Ghana’s democracy, rather than subjecting the nation to a prolonged investigation process.

The just-ended Abankese Festival 2024 lit up the Central Region with a powerful celebration of music, culture, and unity. 

Law lecturer at the University of Ghana, Professor Kwadwo Appiagyei-Atua, has admonished Chief Justice Gertrude Torkonoo to accept her suspension by President John Dramani Mahama in good faith.

Thirteen individuals have been arrested and 13 excavators seized following a special anti-galamsey operation carried out by the Ghana Police Service at Aboifie, a suburb of Samreboï in the Western Region on April 21, 2025.

The Director of Communications for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Richard Ahiagbah, has criticised the suspension of the Chief Justice, Gertrude Torkonoo, describing the move as politically driven and a threat to Ghana’s democratic foundations.

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has thrown its full support behind the suspension of the Chief Justice, Gertrude Torkonoo, with the party describing the move as a necessary step toward restoring credibility and respect to the judiciary.

NKECHI NAECHE- ESEZOBOR ( WASHINGTON DC)—The International Monetary Fund, IMF, on Tuesday revised Nigeria’s GDP growth forecast down to 3.0% in 2025 and 2.7% in 2026, from 3.4% in 2024. This projection is contained in the IMF’s April 2025 World Economic Outlook (WEO),released today  at the ongoing 2025 spring meeting of the World bank and […] The post IMF Revises Nigeria’s GDP Growth Forecast To 3.0% In 2025 first appeared on Business Today NG.

Acting Managing Director of Goldbod, Sammy Gyamfi, has stated that if President John Dramani Mahama had not suspended Chief Justice Gertrude Sackey Torkornoo, he could have faced impeachment.

The Deputy Director of Elections and Information Technology of the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC), Dr Rashid Tanko-Computer, says the NDC is happy that the President, John Mahama, has suspended the Chief Justice.

One person is in police custody tonight following the discovery of an illegal mining site at Aowin Nkwanta in the Western North Region.

The suspension of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo by President John Dramani Mahama on April 22 has sent Ghana into constitutional overdrive.

The two-time WBO Featherweight champion is currently in the US where he is continuing his preparations ahead of his second international fight.

The Minister of State for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has clarified that President John Mahama’s decision to suspend the Chief Justice, Gertrude Torkornoo, does not in any way suggest she is guilty of the allegations brought against her.

A former member of the Council of State, Sam Okudzeto, has cast doubt on the likelihood of President John Mahama reinstating Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo after the conclusion of an ongoing probe into multiple petitions filed against her.

Pope Francis has died at the age of 88, after a solid 12-year tenure at the helm of the Roman Catholic Church. It's a time of genuine sadness for millions in Africa and around the world. But within the loss, there is a looking forward: who will be the next Pope? This will not be a quick and easy decision. It is a practice that dates back to ancient times.

What was once envisioned as a vibrant commercial hub for the people of Krofrom in Kumasi has turned into a haunting symbol of broken promises, neglect, and decay.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has projected that global growth will drop to 2.8 percent from 3.3 percent earlier predicted for 2025. The IMF has attributed the latest projection to current global trade tensions. According the Bretton Woods institution, the swift escalation of trade tensions and extremely high levels of policy uncertainty are expected to […]