10 h. ago Nigeria’s trade output slips as inflation saps spending power

Anthonia Ani looks forward to July with expectation. It is around the time that secondary schools in the Kwamba local read more Nigeria’s trade output slips as inflation saps spending power

Economics

12 h. ago Manufacturers call for export policy reforms to unlock AfCFTA potential

Manufacturers are calling for a sweeping redesign of export policy reforms to address trade barriers hindering competitiveness and Nigeria from read more Manufacturers call for export policy reforms to unlock AfCFTA potential

Politics

29 h. ago Dangote Refinery: NEPZA slams PENGASSAN, says strikes, lockouts prohibited in FTZs

Tribune Online Dangote Refinery: NEPZA slams PENGASSAN, says strikes, lockouts prohibited in FTZs The Nigeria Export Processing Zones Authority (NEPZA) has cautioned the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) against actions that contravene Free Trade Zone (FTZ) regulations, reaffirming that strikes and lockouts are expressly prohibited within such zones for a period of ten years from commencement of operations. The Authority’s Managing Director, Dr. […] Dangote Refinery: NEPZA slams PENGASSAN, says strikes, lockouts prohibited in FTZs Tribune Online

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45 h. ago Nigeria’s SMEs at a Crossroads: Competing for Relevance in the AfCFTA Era

Nations are often defined by their trade strength, and Nigeria is no different. For Nigeria, however, the African Continental Free read more Nigeria’s SMEs at a Crossroads: Competing for Relevance in the AfCFTA Era

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45 h. ago Nigeria’s trade strengthens in H1 2025 from economic recovery

The bullish economic reforms are yielding results suitable for economic growth over the long term, even though the immediate impact read more Nigeria’s trade strengthens in H1 2025 from economic recovery

Politics

3 d. ago Nigeria’s digital future at risk as broadband gaps threaten economic growth — Report

Tribune Online Nigeria’s digital future at risk as broadband gaps threaten economic growth — Report THE World Trade Organisation (WTO), and the World Bank, have warned that Nigeria’s weak infrastructure and regulatory gaps could prevent the country from unlocking the potentials of the billion dollar digital economy. According to them, weak broadband infrastructure and regulatory gaps may stymie the country’s potential to ride the digital wave.Nigeria. The WTO’s stern warning came […] Nigeria’s digital future at risk as broadband gaps threaten economic growth — Report Tribune Online

Politics

3 d. ago Nigeria adopts Kampala Declaration on agric to boost food production

From Okwe Obi, Abuja Nigeria has officially adopted the Kampala Declaration (2026-2036) on agriculture to boost food production. Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Abubakar Kyari, said the implementation of the declaration (2026-2036) on agriculture would intensify sustainable food production, promote agro-industrialisation, reduce post-harvest losses and increase intra-African trade in the agricultural sector. Kyari disclosed […] The post Nigeria adopts Kampala Declaration on agric to boost food production appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

4 d. ago Nigeria’s Next Drug Control Master Plan Must Address Emerging Threats — Marwa

Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd), has charged all stakeholders involved in the ongoing development of the next National Drug Control Master Plan (NDCMP 2026-2030) to ensure that the strategy document addresses new and emerging threats that sustain the illicit drug trade in Nigeria. […]

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4 d. ago Nigeria 65: Never created to be united but as a trade zone – Adebayo

By Sunday Ani Leader of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) and the party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Prince Adewole Adebayo, has expressed sadness over the level of disunity in Nigeria after 65 years of independence, saying that at the outset, there were no great philosophers or great thinkers who could have united the […] The post Nigeria 65: Never created to be united but as a trade zone – Adebayo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Igbo youths condemn demolition of trade fair buildings in Lagos

From Stanley Uzoaru, Owerri Igbo youths under the aegis of the Coalition of South East Youth Leaders (COSEYL) have condemned in strong terms the demolition of buildings at the International Trade Fair Complex in Lagos by the state government. President of the Igbo youth group, Goodluck Ibem, in a statement he released to journalists on […] The post Igbo youths condemn demolition of trade fair buildings in Lagos appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Lagos Chamber of Commerce, Afreximbank Partner To Support Nigerian SMEs

  The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has partnered  the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) to support the participation of Nigerian Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) at the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF2025) held in Algiers, Algeria. This strategic collaboration aimed to provide Nigerian entrepreneurs with access to new markets, showcase their products, and forge […]

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9 d. ago Nigeria @ 65: Trade Surplus Increased By 44.3% To ₦7.46trn Q2 2025 — Tinubu

President Tinubu's review of the economy comes as Nigeria marks its 65th Independence Day anniversary on October 1. The post Nigeria @ 65: Trade Surplus Increased By 44.3% To ₦7.46trn Q2 2025 — Tinubu appeared first on Channels Television.

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9 d. ago NAGAFF President inaugurate Freight Forwarders association in Kebbi

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi The National President Resident of National Association of Government Approved Freight Forwarders (NAGAFF), Chief Tochukwu Ezisi has said that the body are fully ready to facilitate global Trade through lawful means within Nigeria and abroad. Ezisi stated this in Birnin Kebbi during the inauguration of Kebbi branch of the association. […] The post NAGAFF President inaugurate Freight Forwarders association in Kebbi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago ‘Oil Workers’ Strike Will Deepen Hardship For Nigerians’, CSOs Warn Labour Unions

A coalition of civil society organisations, faith leaders, and trade groups has strongly condemned the recent actions of the Depot and Petroleum Products Marketers Association of Nigeria (DAPPMAN) following strike by the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN), the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG), and the Trade […]

Events

1 week ago TUC Demands Immediate Reinstatement Of Sacked Dangote Refinery Workers

The Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) has called for the immediate and unconditional reinstatement of workers allegedly dismissed by the management of Dangote Petroleum Refinery for joining the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN). According to the Guardian, TUC’s Secretary General, Mr. Nuhu Toro, made the demand in a statement […] The post TUC Demands Immediate Reinstatement Of Sacked Dangote Refinery Workers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago CPPE urges focus on agriculture, manufacturing to drive inclusive growth

Tribune Online CPPE urges focus on agriculture, manufacturing to drive inclusive growth The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has called for urgent policy focus on agriculture, manufacturing, construction, real estate, and trade to unlock inclusive growth, following fresh data showing Nigeria’s economy expanded by 4.23 percent year-on-year in the second quarter of 2025. The growth marks a strong rebound from 3.13 percent in Q1 […] CPPE urges focus on agriculture, manufacturing to drive inclusive growth Tribune Online

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1 week ago PENGASSAN vs Dangote: TUC mobilises affiliates for nationwide action

Tribune Online PENGASSAN vs Dangote: TUC mobilises affiliates for nationwide action The ongoing industrial dispute between the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) and the management of Dangote Petroleum Refinery has taken a new dimension as the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) has instructed its affiliates to stand by.. PENGASSAN vs Dangote: TUC mobilises affiliates for nationwide action Tribune Online

Politics

1 week ago Pencom proposes stronger stakeholders engagement with TUC, CBN, others

By Henry Uche Director – General of the National Pension Commission (PenCom), Ms. Omolola Oloworaran, has reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to strengthening stronger collaboration with the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) in advancing pension reforms and ensuring greater compliance with the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS). The DG equally disclosed that PenCom is working with […] The post Pencom proposes stronger stakeholders engagement with TUC, CBN, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Nigerian tax reforms and the future of Free Trade Zones in Nigeria: A significant policy shift

Nigeria’s ongoing tax reform efforts reflect a broader ambition to modernize its fiscal framework, enhance revenue generation, and establish a read more Nigerian tax reforms and the future of Free Trade Zones in Nigeria: A significant policy shift

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2 w. ago Lagos Govt. Demolishes Illegal Structures At Trade Fair In Ojo

The Lagos State Government on Thursday commenced the demolition of illegal and unsafe structures at the Trade Fair Complex in Ojo, as part of its efforts to restore order and enforce physical planning regulations across the state. Senior Special Assistant on New Media to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Jubril Gawat, confirmed the development in a statement […] The post Lagos Govt. Demolishes Illegal Structures At Trade Fair In Ojo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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