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Scorecard Reveals Nigeria’s Transition from Preparation to Execution in AfCFTA

The Nigeria AfCFTA Coordination Office has released its consolidated implementation report for 2024–2025, highlighting significant progress in the country’s integration into the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).  

Nigeria, S/Arabia Partner on Tech, Startup Growth

Nigeria, S/Arabia Partner on Tech, Startup Growth ‎ ‎The Solution Innovation District (SID), an initiative of the Anambra State Government, has signed a bilateral Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Dhahran Techno Valley Holding Company (DTVC) of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to deepen collaboration in innovation,...

UN Requests Arrival Details of Nigeria’s Ambassador-Designate Jimoh Ibrahim Ahead of New York Posting

UN Requests Arrival Details of Nigeria's Ambassador-Designate Jimoh Ibrahim Ahead of New York Posting The United Nations has formally requested the travel details of Senator Jimoh Ibrahim CFR, Nigeria's Ambassador-designate and Permanent Representative to the UN, as preparations advance for his assumption of duties at...

$4,000 Cargo Surcharge Sparks Outrage Among Maritime Stakeholders

$4,000 Cargo Surcharge Sparks Outrage Among Maritime Stakeholders   There seems to be tension in the nation’s maritime sector following the introduction of up to a $4,000 war surcharge on Nigeria-bound cargoes by MSC Shipping Company. Last week, MSC, in a post on its website, announced that...

Nigeria’s External Reserves Hit $50bn, Highest in Over a Decade – CBN

Nigeria's External Reserves Hit $50bn, Highest in Over a Decade - CBN The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced that the country’s gross external reserves have surpassed the $50bn mark, reaching their highest level in over 13 years. Governor Olayemi Cardoso disclosed this milestone on...

Equities Gain N649bn as Market Rebounds

Equities Gain N649bn as Market Rebounds The Nigerian stock market reversed the negative trend witnessed in the previous two trading sessions, recording a gain of N649bn on Thursday. The All-Share Index rose by 1,010.22 points, representing an increase of 0.52 per cent to close at 196,908.76...