2 h. ago 30 Years After, Nigeria Airways Staff Yet To Get Entitlements

The workers of the defunct Nigeria Airways are yet to be paid their full entitlement 30 years after liquidation, chairman, Joint Consultative and Negotiating Council (JCNC), Hector Nnadi has said. Nnadi, who called on President Bola Tinubu to intervene in the lingering situation, noted that the significant contributions of aviation trade unions in shaping the […]

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7 h. ago I won’t trade my salvation in Christ for anything – Rep Okafor

The member of the House of Representatives representing Okigwe South federal constituency, Chike Okafor has vowed not to trade his salvation in Jesus Christ with anything that doesn’t give God glory. He insisted that he does not belong to any deadly and dreaded cult as about to be bandied about by some people who are Read More

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15 h. ago Lagos govt moves to transform Lekki into Africa’s premier destination for trade

Tribune Online Lagos govt moves to transform Lekki into Africa’s premier destination for trade Lagos State Government on Tuesday, formally unveiled Operation Quadrant Ignite (OQI), saying that through the bold initiative, it seeks to transform the Lekki Economic Zone (LEZ) into Africa’s premier destination for manufacturing, trade, and investment. Lagos govt moves to transform Lekki into Africa’s premier destination for trade Tribune Online

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19 h. ago Kogi free trade zone takes off with major Chinese investment

Tribune Online Kogi free trade zone takes off with major Chinese investment He assured the delegation that the state government team would leverage global best practices in free trade zone development to ensure the project's success. Kogi free trade zone takes off with major Chinese investment Tribune Online

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22 h. ago Kazakhstan eyes Nigerian talent, agriculture, oil in new trade push

Kazakhstan has opened trade talks with Nigeria in its first official business delegation visit as it looks to tap into read more Kazakhstan eyes Nigerian talent, agriculture, oil in new trade push

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23 h. ago Stock markets slump as Trump targets Chinese tech investments

Stock markets struggled on Tuesday as US President Donald Trump reignited trade war fears by calling for fresh restrictions on Chinese investments, particularly in the technology sector. London equities rose, while Paris and Frankfurt fluctuated, with defence and banking stocks performing particularly well. This followed a weak session across Asia and in New York. Global Read More

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26 h. ago Asian markets sink as Trump tariffs, China curbs stunt rally

Asian markets sank on Tuesday as fears of US President Donald Trump’s trade war returned after he called for fresh curbs on Chinese investments in strategic sectors including technology. The losses followed a broadly negative day in New York, where tech giants have hit a wall since China’s DeepSeek unveiled a chatbot that upended the Read More

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30 h. ago NPA Woos Exporters, Says Export Processes At Seaports Simplified

The managing director of Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), Dr Abubakar Dantsoho has wooed exporters at the Kaduna International Trade Fair, to explore the authority’s tailor-made simplified export processes. Speaking at the ‘Special Day’ of the Nigerian Ports Authority at the ongoing Kaduna International Trade Fair, Dr Dantsoho, further urged traders, importers and exporters to also […]

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31 h. ago Customs cancels import declarations made during 4% FOB implementation

•Directs stakeholders to recapture entries By Godwin Tsa, Abuja The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has officially cancelled all import declarations made during the initial implementation of the now-suspended 4% Free-on-Board (FOB) charge on imports. This move comes as part of efforts to streamline customs operations and maintain transparency in trade facilitation. The directive, issued by […] The post Customs cancels import declarations made during 4% FOB implementation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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39 h. ago IUX Wins Best Trading Technology Provider 2025 Award At BrokersView, Setting New Standards With Next

IUX, a globally recognized online CFD trading service provider, has been honored with the prestigious “Best Trading Technology Provider” award at the 2025 BrokersView Award for Brokers with Outstanding Assessment. This recognition solidifies IUX’s standing as a leader in the online CFD trading industry, highlighting its dedication to innovation, user-centric design, and cutting-edge technology—exemplified through […]

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42 h. ago Defection: Kano NNPP suspends Senator Sumaila, Rep Rurum, others

Tribune Online Defection: Kano NNPP suspends Senator Sumaila, Rep Rurum, others Afraid of imminent decamping from the New Nigeria People's Party (NNPP) to an opposition party, the Kano State chapter of NNPP suspended notable party members. Defection: Kano NNPP suspends Senator Sumaila, Rep Rurum, others Tribune Online

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42 h. ago Proposed Okun state: Rep Abejide vows to mobilise NASS colleagues

Tribune Online Proposed Okun state: Rep Abejide vows to mobilise NASS colleagues The member representing Yagba Federal Constituency at the National Assembly, Hon Leke Abejide, has reaffirmed the commitment of members of the National Assembly from Okunland to the realisation of the age-long agitation by the Yoruba-speaking people in Kogi State for the creation of Okun State. Proposed Okun state: Rep Abejide vows to mobilise NASS colleagues Tribune Online

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46 h. ago Leveraging Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) for Africa’s economic growth

The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) represents one of the continent’s most ambitious and transformative economic initiatives. Encompassing 54 read more Leveraging Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) for Africa’s economic growth

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49 h. ago Rep Oseni calls for improved road construction standards in Nigeria

From Taiwo Oluwadare, Ibadan The Chairman of the House Committee on the Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA), Engr Aderemi Oseni, has called on contractors to strictly follow project specifications, highlighting substandard work as a key contributor to road failures across Nigeria. Speaking at the Oyo Federal Roads Stakeholders Engagement over the weekend, a forum organised […] The post Rep Oseni calls for improved road construction standards in Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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51 h. ago At Kaduna Trade Fair: FMBN Recommits To Affordable Housing Delivery

The Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria (FMBN) has reaffirmed its commitment to deepening housing finance and mortgage access to enhance affordable homeownership, reduce the existing housing deficit and contribute to the country’s Gross Domestic Product. The managing director/chief executive of the Bank, Shehu Usman Osidi, gave the assurance in a goodwill message conveyed by the […]

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53 h. ago FG’s free trade zone taxes threatening $200bn investments –NACCIMA

•Says 600,000 jobs at risk By Chinelo Obogo The federal government’s move to impose taxes on Free Trade Zones (FTZs) has raised alarm among investors, with the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture (NACCIMA) cautioning that the policy could trigger an exodus of $200 billion in foreign investments and jeopardise over […] The post FG’s free trade zone taxes threatening $200bn investments –NACCIMA appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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54 h. ago Free trade zone: $200bn foreign investments may leave Nigeria, NACCIMA warns

Tribune Online Free trade zone: $200bn foreign investments may leave Nigeria, NACCIMA warns Over 600,000 jobs at risk AMID the Federal Government’s proposed tax reforms targeting tax imposition on Free Trade Zones (FTZs), the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture (NACCIMA) has sounded the alarm, warning that the decision could drive away over $200 billion in Foreign Direct Investments (FDI) from the country and […] Free trade zone: $200bn foreign investments may leave Nigeria, NACCIMA warns Tribune Online

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61 h. ago Bangladesh to work with PH City Chamber to boost trade, investments

…Open ‘desk office’ in PHCCIMA secretariat Officials from the Peoples Republic of Bangladesh spent most of last week in Rivers read more Bangladesh to work with PH City Chamber to boost trade, investments

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67 h. ago ‘We Are Protecting Lives, Not Disturbing Trade’, NAFDAC Boss Defends Market Raids

The Director General of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Professor Mojisola Adeyeye, has defended the agency’s decision to shut down markets involved in the sale of counterfeit drugs, emphasising that the move was about public safety, and not to disrupt businesses. “We are not disturbing trade, we are protecting […]

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3 d. ago Kaduna dry port clears 500 containers in three months — Official

The Nigerian Shippers Council says the Kaduna dry port has received and cleared over 500 containers of goods in the past three months. Buba Danjuma, Director of the Kaduna Port Office, confirmed this on Saturday while addressing journalists after a maritime industry sensitisation at the ongoing 46th Kaduna International Trade Fair. Danjuma explained that the Read More

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