17 h. ago The implications of Trump’s reciprocal tariffs for Nigeria and Africa

A new trade shockwave When Donald Trump announced his plan to impose reciprocal tariffs on countries that levy higher duties read more The implications of Trump’s reciprocal tariffs for Nigeria and Africa

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31 h. ago Africa should present united front against US tariffs – GTIFiC Urges

The Ghana International Trade and Finance Conference (GITFiC) has called on African nations to respond collectively to the sweeping reciprocal read more Africa should present united front against US tariffs – GTIFiC Urges

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41 h. ago Persistent Borrowings Push Nigeria’s Public Debt To N145trn, Up 49%

Nigeria’s total public debt reached its highest on record as Africa’s most populous nation continues to rely on borrowings to meet its fiscal obligations. The country’s debt profile soared to N144.6 trillion as of the end of 2024 compared to N97.3 trillion recorded in the previous year, data from the Debt Management Office (DMO) released […]

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60 h. ago China asks US to reverse wrongful imposition of reciprocal tariffs 

From Aidoghie Paulinus, Abuja   The Chinese Government, has called on the United States Government to correct its wrongful imposition of reciprocal tariffs.           The United States had in an executive order issued on April 2, 2025, announced that it will impose reciprocal tariffs on its major trading partners, including 34-percent […] The post China asks US to reverse wrongful imposition of reciprocal tariffs  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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60 h. ago Burna Boy, Tyla Lead As African Artists Earned $58m On Spotify In 2024

Nigeria and South Africa’s music industries hit new heights in 2024, earning a combined $58 million in royalties from Spotify alone, according to the streaming giant’s latest report. Spotify, in a statement released on Thursday, revealed that African music genres—particularly Nigeria’s Afrobeats and South Africa’s Amapiano—have seen “extraordinary growth across Sub-Saharan Africa’s music industries,” with […]

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66 h. ago Spotify royalty payouts to Nigerian, South African artists surge to $60m

Audio streaming giant Spotify’s (SPOT.N), opens new tab royalty payments to artists from Nigeria and South Africa – its two read more Spotify royalty payouts to Nigerian, South African artists surge to $60m

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3 d. ago Spotify paid Nigerian, S’African artists $59m royalty in 2024

Audio streaming giant Spotify significantly increased its royalty payouts to artists from Nigeria and South Africa in 2024, distributing nearly $59 million as global demand for African music continues to soar. The figures, released by the company on Thursday, underscore the growing international appeal of artists from the continent’s two biggest music markets. According to Read More

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3 d. ago Nigeria’s historic domestic dollar bond wins West Africa deal of the year award

In a significant milestone for Nigeria’s financial landscape, the nation’s first-ever domestic US dollar bond has been honored with the read more Nigeria’s historic domestic dollar bond wins West Africa deal of the year award

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3 d. ago People vs. investment: Navigating Nigeria’s path to economic transformation

Nigeria, Africa’s most populous nation and one rich in natural resources, now stands at a pivotal juncture. Despite a reported read more People vs. investment: Navigating Nigeria’s path to economic transformation

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4 d. ago FULL LIST: Nigeria, South Africa, 48 other African countries affected by Trump’s new tariffs

Tribune Online FULL LIST: Nigeria, South Africa, 48 other African countries affected by Trump’s new tariffs Here’s a full list of African countries affected by the new U.S. tariff policy, along with their current tax rates and the tariffs they charge the U.S: FULL LIST: Nigeria, South Africa, 48 other African countries affected by Trump’s new tariffs Tribune Online

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4 d. ago Nigeria’s AI market projected to hit USD $434.4 million by 2026 – Report

Corporates charged to explore opportunities We want to make Nigeria Africa’s fintech powerhouse- Remita By Henry Uche Poised to make Nigeria Africa’s fintech powerhouse, Remita Payment Services Limited (RPSL), in a report from a survey titled Unlocking the Power of AI in Nigeria’s Fintech Sector, said Nigeria’s AI market is projected to reach USD $434.4 […] The post Nigeria’s AI market projected to hit USD $434.4 million by 2026 – Report appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Africa Energy Bank: Nigeria, Angola, Ghana’s Capital Guarantees Take Off

Nigeria has demonstrated exceptional commitment towards supporting the operational takeoff of the Africa Energy Bank (AEB) by providing and fulfilling her capital commitment. Similarly, Angola and Ghana have also fulfilled their capital commitments toward establishing the Bank, a milestone that represents 44 per cent of the minimum required funding from African Petroleum Producers Organization (APPO) […]

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4 d. ago Africa’s maritime sector positioned for green shipping —Oyetola

Tribune Online Africa’s maritime sector positioned for green shipping —Oyetola Nigeria’s Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has called on maritime stakeholders across Africa to leverage the continent’s renewable energy potential to become a global leader in green shipping. The minister made the remark at the maiden Africa Strategic Summit on Shipping Decarbonization, held recently in Abuja. He stated that, with the International […] Africa’s maritime sector positioned for green shipping —Oyetola Tribune Online

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5 d. ago Nigeria Makes History With Largest Locally Made Attack Drones In Africa

The Nigerian Military, in collaboration with Briech UAS, has unveiled the first and largest indigenous attack drones and bombs in Nigeria and Africa. The unveiling took place on at the Briech UAS’s headquarters in Abuja. This milestone marks a significant achievement for the Nigerian military, as it strengthens the country’s defense capabilities with locally developed […] The post Nigeria Makes History With Largest Locally Made Attack Drones In Africa appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago JAN to host ACOY 2025 in Abuja, showcasing Africa’s top student entrepreneurs

Junior Achievement Nigeria (JAN) will host the 2025 Africa Company of the Year (ACOY) Competition in Abuja this December. The read more JAN to host ACOY 2025 in Abuja, showcasing Africa’s top student entrepreneurs

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5 d. ago Nigeria’s loss, South Africa’s gain: Medical cannabis industry and the cost of prohibition

Tribune Online Nigeria’s loss, South Africa’s gain: Medical cannabis industry and the cost of prohibition THE global shift toward legalizing and regulating cannabis for medicinal and industrial use has been transformative. Countries worldwide are recognizing the economic, medical, and industrial potential of cannabis, leading to groundbreaking reforms. However, while African nations like South Africa and Lesothoreap the benefits of progressive cannabis policies, Nigeria remains shackled by prohibitive laws that stifle […] Nigeria’s loss, South Africa’s gain: Medical cannabis industry and the cost of prohibition Tribune Online

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6 d. ago Chelle admits Super Eagles’ World Cup fate hangs on South Africa clash

Nigeria head coach, Eric Chelle has underlined the Super Eagles’ determination to defeat South Africa in September, Soccernet.ng reports. Chelle is convinced that victory against the Bafana Bafana is non-negotiable if the Super Eagles are to keep their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification hopes alive. The Super Eagles find themselves in a precarious position in […] The post Chelle admits Super Eagles’ World Cup fate hangs on South Africa clash appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Aremu tackles OBJ, Obi, over comments on democracy dying in Africa, Nigeria

Endorses Tinubu for second term From Noah Ebije, Kaduna Foremost Nigerian labour leader and Director General of Michael Imoudu National Institute for Labour Studies (MINILS), Issa Aremu, has tackled former President Olusegun Obasanjo and 2023 Labour Party (LP) Presidential Candidate, Peter Obi, over their recent comments that democracy was dying in Nigeria and Africa. Aremu […] The post Aremu tackles OBJ, Obi, over comments on democracy dying in Africa, Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Nigeria’s Progress Under Tinubu Attracting Global Recognition – Bosun Tijani

The Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, has praised President Bola Tinubu’s efforts to reform Nigeria, stating that his policies will position the country as the greatest in Africa. According to Tijani, Tinubu’s economic and governance reforms have earned him recognition as the best president in Africa and beyond. He highlighted the administration’s […] The post Nigeria’s Progress Under Tinubu Attracting Global Recognition – Bosun Tijani appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 d. ago APFFLON petitions Shippers’ Council to prevail on WACT to suspend planned tariff adjustment

From Steve Agbota The Africa Association of Professional Freight Forwarders and Logistics of Nigeria (APFFLON) has called on the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC) to prevail on the West Africa Container Terminal (WACT) to suspend a planned tariff adjustment. In a statement issued yesterday by the President of APFFLON, Otunba Frank Ogunojemite, he said: “We hereby […] The post APFFLON petitions Shippers’ Council to prevail on WACT to suspend planned tariff adjustment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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