10 h. ago Breaking barriers, building markets: A new trade vision for West Africa

Long before borders, policies, or trade agreements, West Africans traded with trust, from Sahelian livestock to forest-grown kola nuts. But read more Breaking barriers, building markets: A new trade vision for West Africa

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27 h. ago Breaking Barriers: Why Regional Integration Is West Africa’s Economic Lifeline

At the 2025 West Africa Economic Summit (WAES), experts and policymakers made one message clear: the future of intra-regional trade depends on collective action. From accelerating digital identity systems to harnessing the energy of West Africa’s growing youth population and enabling robust private sector collaboration, the region must now move beyond rhetoric to reform. Integration […]

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59 h. ago Nigeria champions enhanced West African air connectivity at WAES 2025

•Pushes to dismantle trade barriers   By Chinelo Obogo     talktonelo@yahoo.com   When African leaders convened in Abuja for the inaugural West Africa Economic Summit (WAES) in June, the spotlight was on the structural and policy bottlenecks that have long hindered the full potential of intra-regional trade across the subcontinent. At the summit themed; “Unlocking […] The post Nigeria champions enhanced West African air connectivity at WAES 2025 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Clarion unveils first indigenous container ship, targets regional, China trade

By Steve Agbota Clarion Shipping West Africa Limited has unveiled MV Clarion Ocean Dragon, the country’s first fully indigenous container vessel, marking a historic milestone in domestic shipping and regional trade integration. Unveiled on Wednesday at the Five Star Logistics Terminal, Tin Can Island Port, Lagos, the 349-TEU (Twenty-foot Equivalent Units) vessel is expected to […] The post Clarion unveils first indigenous container ship, targets regional, China trade appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Clarion Shipping unveils Nigeria’s first indigenous container vessel, eyes regional, China trade routes

By Steve Agbota In a major leap for Nigeria’s maritime industry, Clarion Shipping West Africa Limited unveiled the MV Clarion Ocean Dragon, the country’s first fully indigenous container vessel, marking a historic milestone in domestic shipping and regional trade integration. Unveiled on Wednesday, July 2, at the Five Star Logistics Terminal, Tin Can Island Port, […] The post Clarion Shipping unveils Nigeria’s first indigenous container vessel, eyes regional, China trade routes appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Partnership with China positioning Nigeria as critical economic hub in Africa — NCSP DG

Tribune Online Partnership with China positioning Nigeria as critical economic hub in Africa — NCSP DG The Director-General and Global Liaison of the Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership (NCSP), Joseph Tegbe, has disclosed that the level of partnership with China is positioning Nigeria as the critical economic gateway for the African continent. Speaking to the media after the Post-FOCAC Conference for West Africa held in Abuja, Tegbe said that following FOCAC 2024, Nigeria […] Partnership with China positioning Nigeria as critical economic hub in Africa — NCSP DG Tribune Online

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4 d. ago FG targets digital sovereignty with MTN’s $150m data center infrastructure

By Chinenye Anuforo The Federal Government is strongly backing local cloud hosting and data infrastructure as crucial for national growth, following the launch of MTN Nigeria’s $150 million Tier III Dabengwa Data Centre in Lagos. This new facility, West Africa’s largest modular data center, was unveiled on Tuesday in a high-profile ceremony, marking a significant […] The post FG targets digital sovereignty with MTN’s $150m data center infrastructure appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago FG Backs Local Hosting, Targets Digital Sovereignty With MTN’s Data Center Infrastructure

The federal government has thrown its weight behind local cloud hosting and data infrastructure as a strategic imperative for national growth, following the launch of MTN Nigeria’s $150 million Tier III Dabengwa Data Centre in Lagos, the largest modular data facility of its kind in West Africa. With a combined investment of $285 million: $150 […]

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4 d. ago Manufacturers seek access to cheaper raw materials at regional trade exhibition

Paint manufacturers in Nigeria are intensifying efforts to secure more affordable raw materials by pursuing regional partnerships and alternative sourcing strategies. This renewed drive comes as stakeholders in the coatings industry converge at the West Africa Coatings Show, which opens today in Lagos. Organised by dmg events in collaboration with the Paint Manufacturers Association of […] The post Manufacturers seek access to cheaper raw materials at regional trade exhibition appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago We’re mobilising 25 nations to back Nigeria’s IMO bid –MOWCA Secretary

By Steve Agbota                                  The Secretary-General of the Maritime Organisation of West and Central Africa (MOWCA), Dr. Paul Adalikwu, has revealed that the body is rallying support from all 25 member countries to back Nigeria’s bid in the upcoming International […] The post We’re mobilising 25 nations to back Nigeria’s IMO bid –MOWCA Secretary-General appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago West Africa Economic Summit: When stakeholders pushed for realistic solutions to Africa’s problems

Tribune Online West Africa Economic Summit: When stakeholders pushed for realistic solutions to Africa’s problems By: Bolade Adeyemi In an atmosphere charged with both urgency and optimism, the West Africa Economic Summit 2025 convened on Saturday, June 21, at the International Conference Centre in Abuja. It was not just another diplomatic assembly, but a defining moment where presidents, ministers, technocrats, and private sector leaders converged to grapple with the region’s […] West Africa Economic Summit: When stakeholders pushed for realistic solutions to Africa’s problems Tribune Online

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5 d. ago ECOWAS declares “war on kush” as drug crisis worsens across West Africa

The Parliament of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has launched a regional campaign to combat the escalating read more ECOWAS declares “war on kush” as drug crisis worsens across West Africa

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6 d. ago Aviation: BAGASOO expands mandate, introduces $1 passenger safety levy

West Africa’s aviation safety improves from 40% to 63% From Sola Ojo, Abuja The Banjul Accord Group Aviation Safety and Security Oversight Organisation (BAGASOO) has introduced a $1 passenger safety levy as part of major reforms to enhance aviation safety and security oversight across its member states. The decision, recently ratified by the Council of […] The post Aviation: BAGASOO expands mandate, introduces $1 passenger safety levy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Low vegetable consumption doubles stroke risk among hypertensive people — Report

Tribune Online Low vegetable consumption doubles stroke risk among hypertensive people — Report Low vegetable consumption combined with hypertension significantly doubles the risk of stroke, particularly when hypertension is untreated, underscoring the need for integrated, multidimensional stroke prevention strategies in West Africa, a study has reported. Low vegetable consumption doubles stroke risk among hypertensive people — Report Tribune Online

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7 d. ago Why WAES Will Unlock West Africa’s Investment Opportunities – Tuggar

Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, is upbeat that the maiden West African Economic Summit (WAES) that was held between June 20 and 21, 2025, in  Abuja will not only unlock the investment opportunities in West Africa but also promote integration and development in the region. The summit, which was an initiative of President […]

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9 d. ago Nigeria, Benin Republic Collaborate On Strengthening Democracy In West Africa

Nigeria and the Benin Republic have renewed their partnership to deepen parliamentary cooperation and democratic consolidation in the West African subregion. This is just as Nigeria‘s National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), Nigeria, and the Parliamentary Institute of Benin (IPaB) held a workshop on implementing their Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Cotonou yesterday. […]

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1 week ago Nigerian, Kenyan, Rwandan Startups Dominate Google’s Africa AI Accelerator Class 9

Google has unveiled the 15 startups selected for the ninth cohort of its Google for Startups Accelerator: Africa program, with a strong showing from Nigeria, Kenya and Rwanda. These three countries account for the majority of the cohort, showcasing the vibrancy and innovative potential of East and West Africa in the Artificial Intelligence (AI) space. […]

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1 week ago Nigeria’s green capital moment: Turning sustainability into strategy, survival and competitive advantage

In a future within reach, Lagos could emerge as the epicentre of West Africa’s climate-resilient transformation, where solar-powered schools illuminate read more Nigeria’s green capital moment: Turning sustainability into strategy, survival and competitive advantage

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1 week ago RMDB’s intervention to position Nigeria as maritime hub in West, Central Africa — Aderogba

Unveils ambitious maritime sector development blueprint By Steve Agbota The President and Chief Executive Officer of the Regional Maritime Development Bank (RMDB), Mr. Adeniran Aderogba, has said that the intervention of the bank will help to position Nigeria as a maritime hub in West and Central Africa. Aderogba stated this when he led the management […] The post RMDB’s intervention to position Nigeria as maritime hub in West, Central Africa — Aderogba appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago NGX Group chairman calls for regional collaboration to unlock West Africa’s trade, investment potential

Umaru Kwairanga, group Chairman of Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX Group), has called for stronger regional cooperation to harness the untapped read more NGX Group chairman calls for regional collaboration to unlock West Africa’s trade, investment potential

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