5 d. ago Nigeria Positioned To Lead Africa’s Digital Trade Future — Afreximbank

Nigeria is strategically positioned to lead Africa’s emerging digital trade revolution, the Chief Economist of Afreximbank, Dr. Yemi Kale, has said. Speaking at the inauguration of the Africa Trade Center (ATC) in Abuja, he described Nigeria as a natural frontrunner in the continent’s transition toward technology-driven commerce under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). […]

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6 d. ago NAAPE’s new leadership sets bold course on partnership, policy, protection of aviation professionals

The National Association of Aircraft Pilots and Engineers (NAAPE) launched a new chapter in its history as its newly elected read more NAAPE’s new leadership sets bold course on partnership, policy, protection of aviation professionals

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6 d. ago Nigeria joins Arab Africa trade bridges program to boost agribusiness, industrial growth

Nigeria has officially joined the Arab Africa Trade Bridges (AATB) Program, strengthening its position as a key player in advancing read more Nigeria joins Arab Africa trade bridges program to boost agribusiness, industrial growth

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1 week ago FG signs AATB membership deal to deepen regional trade, strengthen value chains

Nigeria has formally joined the Arab Africa Trade Bridges (AATB) Programme following the signing of a landmark membership agreement on the

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2 w. ago Federal Government Urged To Ban Importation Of Locally Produced Goods

The Federal Government has been urged to take decisive steps to protect local manufacturers by discouraging the importation of products already produced domestically. The appeal was made by Abass Fawaz, a director at Prestige Cosmetic Limited, during the Beauty West Africa Trade Exhibition at Landmark Event Center, Victoria Island, Lagos, which commenced on Tuesday. Fawaz […]

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2 w. ago OTUWA laments West Africa’s deepening social protection crisis

•Demands urgent Just-Transition action West African labour unions have issued a strong warning about the region’s collapsing social protection systems and the urgent need for a fair, inclusive transition to greener economies, following a high-level workshop convened by the Organisation of Trade Unions of West Africa (OTUWA) in Abuja, last week. The two-day meeting, organised […]

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2 w. ago Terrorism surge now an existential threat to West Africa – ECOWAS

ECOWAS warns the UN that rising terrorism in West Africa is now an existential threat, disrupting trade and expanding into coastal states. Read More: https://punchng.com/terrorism-surge-now-an-existential-threat-to-west-africa-ecowas/

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2 w. ago Nigeria moves to close skills gap with maiden engineering olympiad

Nigeria is seeking to boost innovation with the launch of its maiden Nigerian Engineering Olympiad (NEO), a nationwide competition designed read more Nigeria moves to close skills gap with maiden engineering olympiad

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2 w. ago Nigerian Content Board, Society Bridge Skills Gap With Engineering Olympiad Project

The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) and the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) have launched the Nigerian Engineering Olympiad (NEO), a transformative initiative aimed at addressing the critical skills gap faced by engineering graduates in Nigeria. The Olympiad, officially launched on Thursday, November 20, 2025, in Abuja, aims to inspire and nurture engineering […]

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2 w. ago African fashion takes center stage: GTCO fashion weekend ignites Lagos with creativity and style

The heart of Lagos was pulsating with an electrifying fusion of style and self-expression this past weekend as the highly anticipated GTCO Fashion Weekend transformed the city’s landscape. Drawing fashion enthusiasts, industry insiders, and creatives from all walks of life, the event, held at the sprawling GT Centre, was more than just a gathering—it was […]

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3 w. ago African Marketplace Dubai 2025 ends, showcases Africa and the Caribbean’s finest to the world

THE African Marketplace Dubai 2025 officially closed yesterday at the Grand Hyatt Hotel, Dubai, bringing together about 200 export-ready brands, creators, and SMEs from Africa and the Caribbean for a four-day exhibition focused on trade, culture, and enterprise. Exhibitors from Nigeria, Ghana, Togo, Senegal, Seychelles, Tanzania, Rwanda, the UAE, the UK, and the US showcased […]

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3 w. ago Protectionism vs AfCFTA: Nigeria debates its trade future as logistics market hits $10.95bn

Nigeria is racing to modernise its supply chain as global conflicts, climate shocks, and digital disruptions reshape trade across Africa. read more Protectionism vs AfCFTA: Nigeria debates its trade future as logistics market hits $10.95bn

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3 w. ago Nigeria’s trade with Africa grows 14% on improved regional ties

Nigerian trade with other African nations grew 14% in the first half of the year, after the government strengthened regional read more Nigeria’s trade with Africa grows 14% on improved regional ties

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3 w. ago Fragmented Markets Threatening Africa’s Border Efficiency — Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed Nigeria’s resolve to work towards building an Africa where borders are efficient enough to facilitate trade and other economic opportunities instead of hindering them. He implored African nations to be disciplined in working towards building borders that meet the high demands and rapid pace of contemporary technological advancement. Speaking on […]

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4 w. ago Africa Trade Engine launches to ignite African industrialsation, intra

The Africa Trade Engine (ATE), a powerful new joint venture between TRT Manufacturing and TradeDepot, has officially launched, with the read more Africa Trade Engine launches to ignite African industrialsation, intra-continental trade

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4 w. ago Ecobank, Proparco sign a €10m trade finance guarantee for African SMEs

Proparco and Ecobank Group are reaffirming their commitment to supporting the supply of essential products in Africa. They are reinforcing read more Ecobank, Proparco sign a €10m trade finance guarantee for African SMEs

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