AfCFTA, ITC Renew Partnership for Intra-African Trade
AfCFTA Secretariat and ITC renewed MoU at Biashara Afrika 2026 to accelerate intra-African trade, focusing on SMEs, women, and youth-led enterprises.
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Nigerian Manufacturers: Tapping Into Africa's Single Market
PAMA Secretary-General Segun Ajayi-Kadir outlines steps for Nigerian manufacturers to benefit from AfCFTA, including obtaining certificates of origin and targeting priority markets.
WTO Secures N295m for Developing Trade Support
Sweden commits SEK 2 million (N295m) to WTO Global Trust Fund for technical assistance and training to help developing economies integrate into global trade.
Remita: Essential Payment Infrastructure for Africa's Growth
Remita's payment infrastructure is crucial for Africa's digital transformation, enabling seamless transactions, government efficiency, and financial inclusion across the continent.
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NESREA Shuts Down Kano Rice Plant for Environmental Breaches
NESREA has sealed Fortune Rice Mills Limited in Kano for violating air quality and food sector regulations, following public complaints about dust and odor emissions.
SEDC Names Risevest CEO Eleanya Eke as Startup Competition Judge
Eleanya Eke, CEO of Risevest, joins the South East Development Commission's venture capital pitch competition as a judge, supporting entrepreneurship in Nigeria's South-East region.
LAMATA Bans Goods on Buses, Sanctions from June 1
LAMATA bans goods on regulated public buses statewide, effective June 1, 2026, citing safety and efficiency concerns. Violators face dismissal.
Updated Visa-Free African Countries for Nigerians
Rwanda joins the updated list of African countries offering visa-free entry to Nigerian passport holders, easing travel for business, tourism, and family visits.
NCAA Orders Heightened Airport Surveillance Over Ebola
The NCAA has ordered airlines and airports to tighten health surveillance following a new Ebola outbreak in East and Central Africa, declared a PHEIC by WHO.
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Woman Shows Receipt for 12kVA Solar Inverter, Cost Stuns
A Nigerian woman went viral after showing the receipt for her 12kVA solar inverter, revealing a total cost of N6.25 million. She now enjoys 24-hour electricity.
Food Inflation Hits 16.06% in April 2026, 11 States Above 20%
NBS reports food inflation rose to 16.06% in April 2026, exceeding headline inflation. Enugu, Kwara, and Adamawa record highest year-on-year rates, with 11 states above 20%.
Lady Who Funded Education With Akara Business Begins NYSC
A young Nigerian lady who started an akara business with just 20,000 naira in 2018 has graduated and joined the NYSC, celebrating her journey on TikTok.
Nigeria Tax System Needs Global Alignment, Expert Says
Tax expert Olayinka Oyebola urges Nigeria to align its tax system with global standards to boost compliance, efficiency, and economic competitiveness at CITN conference.
Togo Removes Visa Requirements for All African Nationals
Togo has eliminated visa requirements for all African citizens visiting for up to 30 days, aiming to boost continental integration and mobility.
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Wema Bank Closes Children’s CEO Contest Entries May 20
Wema Bank announces final call for entries in its One-Day MD/CEO competition for children, with submissions closing May 20, 2026. Winner to lead bank on May 25.
Edo Takes Delivery of 50 CNG Buses for Transport Relief
Edo State receives 50 CNG buses to improve transportation across three senatorial districts, with 50 more expected. Commissioner Kassim Afegbua urges residents to support policies and stop indiscriminate dumping to curb flooding.
Nigeria's Crude Oil Hits $116, Surpasses Brent and WTI
Nigeria's premium crude grades, Brass River and Qua Iboe, surge past $115 per barrel, outperforming Brent and WTI, boosting the Tinubu administration's revenue.
Abdulsamad Rabiu Overtakes South African Billionaire
Nigerian billionaire Abdulsamad Rabiu surpasses Johann Rupert to become Africa's second richest man with $16.1 billion, behind Aliko Dangote's $32.3 billion.
Naira Weakens to N1,373.70/$ as Dollar Inflow Declines
The naira depreciated to N1,373.70/$ amid persistent FX demand. FX turnover rose to $76.3 million but remained insufficient. Oil production increased to 1.49 million bpd.
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Tony Elumelu Targets Seplat Board Seat After $500 Million Deal
Tony Elumelu is set to join Seplat Energy's board as a Non-Executive Director after Heirs Energies acquired a 20% stake for $500 million. Shareholders vote on May 20, 2026.
How salary earners, business owners can get tax ID in Nigeria
Learn how salary earners and business owners in Nigeria can obtain their Tax Identification Number (TIN) online or physically, using NIN or BVN, as part of the new mandatory tax ID system.
Nigeria Could Be 5th Richest Economy by 2076: ECOWAS
ECOWAS predicts Nigeria could become the world's fifth-largest economy by 2076, driven by regional trade and integration, not Western markets.
Stanley Uzochukwu Completes Oxford, Harvard Executive Programmes
Stanley Uzochukwu, CEO of Stanel Group, completed executive programmes at Oxford and Harvard, strengthening his global leadership profile and expanding Nigeria's business landscape.
Lagos State Plans to End Electricity Band Classification
Lagos State Government moves to scrap Band A-E electricity classification, aiming for uninterrupted 24-hour power supply for all residents under new reforms.
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Cooking Gas Prices Near N1,500 per Kg, New Rates Released
Nigerian households face rising cooking gas costs as crude oil prices soar, with retail rates approaching N1,500 per kilogram amid global supply tensions.
Dangote Refinery Cuts Aviation Fuel Price to N1,650
Dangote Refinery reduces Jet A1 price from N1,750 to N1,650 per litre, introduces 30-day credit facility and naira-based pricing to ease airline costs.
SWC Brings Proven Human First Model to Africa
Sky World Community (SWC) is an international multi-project ecosystem built on Human First, with two commercialized projects, including one directly benefiting Africa.
ELFBAR Pod Systems Win German Design and CMF Awards
ELFBAR's ELFX and ELFA pod systems have won the German Design Award and International CMF Design Awards, highlighting their refined industrial design and reusable approach.
Qoray Launches Dealer-Owned Electric Mobility Franchise
Qoray Mobility & Energies Limited has launched a dealer-owned electric mobility franchise model to expand clean last-mile transportation in Nigeria, empowering local entrepreneurs.
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EU, AFD Boost Lake Chad Basin Recovery Through RESILAC 2
The EU and AFD are strengthening resilience and economic recovery in the Lake Chad Basin via the RESILAC 2 project, targeting 125,800 beneficiaries across Cameroon, Nigeria, and Chad.
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