16 h. ago Sahel bloc’s import tariff on ECOWAS threatens West Africa trade, AfCFTA

The Alliance of Sahel States (AES), comprising the junta-led nations of Mali, Niger Republic, and Burkina Faso, has introduced a read more Sahel bloc’s import tariff on ECOWAS threatens West Africa trade, AfCFTA

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39 h. ago Sahel Juntas Impose 0.5% Levy On Imports From Nigeria, Other ECOWAS Nations

Three Sahel countries ruled by military juntas – Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger – have introduced a 0.5% levy on imported goods from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) member-nations, including Nigeria. The three countries, each ruled by military juntas that came to power through recent coups in 2023, had established the Alliance […]

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4 d. ago Tinubu pledges commitment to peace, stability as he turns 73

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his dedication to ensuring Nigeria’s peace and stability, stressing the importance of hard work and prayer in achieving these goals. According to a statement issued by Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President spoke on Friday in Abuja after a special Juma’ah prayer […] The post Tinubu pledges commitment to peace, stability as he turns 73 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Importers pay $1.5bn war risk premium despite reduction in piracy

Despite the reduction in piracy attacks in the Gulf of Guinea, importers paid $1.5bn as war risk insurance premiums on Nigeria-bound cargoes in the last three years, The PUNCH reports. This came as operators, including shipowners and ship captains, rejected the WRI premium, stating that Nigeria is not a war-torn country to be paying such Read More

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5 d. ago Tinubu, Mahama Reaffirm Commitment To ECOWAS–Sahel Bloc Dialogue

President Bola Tinubu and his Ghanaian counterpart, President John Dramani Mahama, on Thursday, reaffirmed their shared commitment to fostering sustained dialogue between the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the breakaway Sahelian nations of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger. The two leaders met behind closed-doors at the State House in Abuja, where they […]

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5 d. ago Nigeria Customs waive import duty on pharmaceutical raw materials

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has waived import duty and Value Added Tax (VAT) on critical raw materials essential for read more Nigeria Customs waive import duty on pharmaceutical raw materials

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5 d. ago Pharmaceuticals now exempted from import duty, VAT – Customs

The Nigeria Customs Service has announced a two-year exemption from import duty and Value Added Tax for critical raw materials essential for the production of pharmaceuticals. The exemption, granted under a presidential executive order, was disclosed on Wednesday in a statement issued by the NCS National Public Relations Officer, Assistant Comptroller Abdullahi Maiwada. Maiwada specified Read More

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6 d. ago Customs suspends import duty, VAT on pharmaceutical raw materials

Tribune Online Customs suspends import duty, VAT on pharmaceutical raw materials The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) on Wednesday announced the exemption of critical raw materials used in the production of pharmaceutical products from import duty and Value Added Tax (VAT). Customs suspends import duty, VAT on pharmaceutical raw materials Tribune Online

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7 d. ago Abuja students unite to tackle climate change at model conference

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Students from 13 private secondary schools in Abuja have joined efforts to champion a cause for climate change sensitisation and to combat the negative effects of climate change in Nigeria, and perhaps beyond. The students stressed the importance of the early involvement of young people in such campaigns against the devastating […] The post Abuja students unite to tackle climate change at model conference appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Lack of incentives for local production worsens housing crisis – Report

The absence of regulatory incentives for local production of building materials continues to exacerbate the housing crisis, a report by BuyLetLive has stated. It added that Nigeria remains heavily reliant on imported construction materials, leaving the industry vulnerable to exchange rate volatility and global inflationary pressures and that localising the production of materials such as Read More

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9 d. ago Neglect Of Oyan Dam Worsens Water Scarcity In Abeokuta – Obasanjo

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has expressed concern over the neglect of Oyan Dam by Ogun State governments, which has exacerbated water scarcity in Abeokuta. Obasanjo noted that the dam’s neglect has led residents to dig boreholes, which has repercussions. He emphasized the importance of strategic water management for food security and sufficiency in Nigeria. Obasanjo […] The post Neglect Of Oyan Dam Worsens Water Scarcity In Abeokuta – Obasanjo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago FAO combats acute malnutrition in Sokoto, distributes nutritious food to children

The Country Representative of the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organisation in Nigeria and ECOWAS, Mr Koffy Dominique, has reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to achieving zero-hunger in the country. Speaking in Sokoto on Saturday during an official engagement in Tangaza Local Government Area, Dominique revealed that FAO was targeting one million malnourished children for support Read More

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1 week ago Ahead water day: FG sensitises Nigerians on water importance 

…urges Nigerians to use responsibly for national growth    From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja     The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation, Mr. Richard Pheelangwah said no nation can excel without water and proper management of it.   On his part, Director of Water Resources Planning and Technical Support Services in […] The post Ahead water day: FG sensitises Nigerians on water importance  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago FG targets 10 million metric tonnes of steel production annually — Minister

Tribune Online FG targets 10 million metric tonnes of steel production annually — Minister He stated that once their plans are fully implemented over the next five years, Nigeria will achieve its objectives and significantly reduce reliance on imported steel. FG targets 10 million metric tonnes of steel production annually — Minister Tribune Online

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1 week ago We’re ready, Super Eagles need to be at World Cup – Victor Boniface speaks on Rwanda clash

By Seyi Babalola Super Eagles striker, Victor Boniface has spoken out ahead of Nigeria’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Rwanda this Friday. The Bayer Leverkusen attacker expressed confidence that the Super Eagles are ready to overcome Rwanda, adding that Nigeria needs to be at the World Cup. “We know how important this game is […] The post We’re ready, Super Eagles need to be at World Cup – Victor Boniface speaks on Rwanda clash appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Federal Gov’t To Detain Uncertified Animals, Establish Border Posts

The federal government has reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding public health and Nigeria’s livestock industry by enforcing stricter regulations on animal imports. The minister of livestock development, Idi Mukhtar Maiha, stated that any animal entering the country without proper health certification would be detained. He made this declaration while receiving a delegation from the Nigerian […]

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2 w. ago KPMG, private sector unveil investment fund model to boost food security

Tribune Online KPMG, private sector unveil investment fund model to boost food security The proposal aligns with the administration’s vision to reduce Nigeria’s £3 billion annual food import bill by expanding mechanized farming, strengthening local refining capacity, and enhancing food security. KPMG, private sector unveil investment fund model to boost food security Tribune Online

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2 w. ago FG Seeks Strong Military Collaboration, Intelligence Sharing To Tackle Terrorism 

The Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Matawalle, has called for strengthened military collaboration, intelligence sharing and capacity building among ECOWAS nations to safeguard the region and its people Matawalle stated this on Wednesday during the Gala Night for the 43rd Ordinary Meeting of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Committee of […]

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2 w. ago Korea, Nigeria To Strengthen Trade, Investment Ties – Pankyu

The Ambassador of the Republic of Korea, Kim Pankyu, has outlined trade and investment opportunities aimed at strengthening the bilateral relationship between Korea and Nigeria. Ambassador Pankyu emphasized that Nigeria remains Korea’s most important trade and investment partner in Africa, accounting for 10% of Korea-Africa trade and over 70% of Korea’s project contracts on the […]

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2 w. ago Local refineries will reduce fuel price, importation – Lokpobiri

The Minister of State Petroleum Resources (Oil), Heineken Lokpobiri, says local refineries will help in reducing the prices of refined petroleum products as well as the country’s dependence on imported fuel. Lokpobiri highlighted the importance of the downstream value chain of the petroleum industry to Nigeria and the commitment of the Federal Government to optimising Read More

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