The Federal Ministry of Works has announced a 60-day closure of the Marine Bridge in Lagos beginning from Sunday, April read more FG to close down Marine Bridge for 60 days

US President Donald Trump said he won’t fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, despite wanting faster interest rate cuts. “Never read more Trump says he has no intention to fire Fed chief Powell

The naira on Tuesday closed flat at the official foreign exchange (FX) market as the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) read more Naira trades flat as CBN accounts for 50% dollar inflows

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that global financial stability risks have intensified, fuelled by tightening financial conditions, ongoing read more Global financial risks grow on tighter financial conditions, uncertainties – IMF

Imagine how investors would react if Jeff Bezos sold his Amazon shares or Elon Musk offloaded a chunk of Tesla read more Aso Rock solar plan amplifies national grid failure

…New tax credit scheme to replace pioneer status incentive Nigeria is looking to boost its economy and expand business opportunities read more Tax bills target priority sectors to overhaul economy

About a dozen Nigerian states have waived Right of Way (RoW) fees to attract broadband investments and expand internet access, read more Twelve states waive fees to drive rural internet access

  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.

John Mahama, Ghana’s president, has suspended Gertrude Torkornoo, the country’s chief justice, over allegations of misconduct. Ghana’s presidential spokesperson, Felix read more Mahama suspends Ghana’s chief justice over alleged misconduct

Nigeria’s Finance Minister Wale Edun is heading to the IMF and World Bank summit in Washington, D.C. to work on read more Nigeria seeks debt reduction at IMF/World Bank summit

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told investors Tuesday that the US-China trade war is unsustainable and he expects the battle to read more US stocks rebound as Treasury secretary calls China trade war ‘unsustainable’

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.

…Fubara may join APC Indications have emerged that President Bola Tinubu and Governor Sim Fubara last week had a secret read more Tinubu meets Fubara in London, moves to broker truce in Rivers

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, […]

Bright Edafe, Superintendent of Police (SP) and Police Public Relations Officer of the Delta State Police Command has said that read more We’re waiting for Shimite’s autopsy result – Police

The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has reported a 29 percent rise in its net income for the financial year 2024 read more Afreximbank’s net income rises 29% as strategic plan, samurai bonds drive growth

The Federal Government has announced plans to leverage fiscal incentives to stimulate local steel production, aimed at accelerating the country’s read more FG to tap fiscal incentives to drive local steel production

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.

…as NCS collects N1.75trn in Q1, 2025 to exceed target Nigeria will open talks with United States Authorities to address read more Nigeria to engage US authorities on 14% tariff – Customs

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

Shareholders of Nigerian Breweries Plc have commended the Board and Management of the company on their efforts to return the read more Shareholders laud Nigerian Breweries profitability amidst economic challenges

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. 

Over two million passengers have been transported on the Blue Line Rail since its launch, while state-run buses move an read more Lagos records 2m passengers on Blue Line Rail

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.

In a significant move to strengthen Nigeria’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN) has officially signed read more CIBN, LIMBimple to drive inclusive enterprise development in Nigeria

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.