August 3, 2025

European Union

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EU Accuses Temu of Selling Illegal Goods, Threatens 6% Global Turnover Fine

The European Union has accused Chinese e-commerce platform, Temu, of repeatedly selling illegal and non-compliant products across member states, warning the company of potential sanctions that could amount to 6% of its global annual revenue. The development was confirmed on Monday, July 28, 2025, after the European Commission formally placed Temu under investigation for failing

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General

EU Accuses Temu of Selling Illegal Goods, Threatens 6% Global Turnover Fine

The European Union has accused Chinese e-commerce platform, Temu, of repeatedly selling illegal and non-compliant products across member states, warning the company of potential sanctions that could amount to 6% of its global annual revenue. The development was confirmed on Monday, July 28, 2025, after the European Commission formally placed Temu under investigation for failing

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European Union General

Kalu Urges African-Led Security Initiative in EU Partnership Talks

ABUJA, NIGERIA — The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, has called for a security framework in Africa that is designed, led, and driven by Africans as part of the continent’s evolving partnership with the European Union (EU). Kalu made the appeal during a high-level dialogue on Africa-EU relations,

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Diplomatic Relations World

European Union Warns of Consequences for Israel if Gaza Offensive Persists

The European Union has issued a stern warning to the Israeli government, indicating that it will be compelled to take decisive action should Israel fail to halt its ongoing military operations in the Gaza Strip. This position was made known following growing international outrage over the escalating humanitarian crisis and rising civilian casualties in the

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General Investment

EU Pledges Increased Investment in Kano’s Key Sectors, Hails State’s Economic and Human Capital Potential

KANO — The European Union has reaffirmed its commitment to deepening investment and development cooperation with Kano State, highlighting the state’s vast potential in agriculture, renewable energy, innovation, digitalisation, health, and education. During an official visit to the state, the EU Ambassador to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Mr. Gautier Mignot, noted that Kano has historically been

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Economy General

Shettima Urges EU to Partner Africa for Transformative Growth, Advocates Shared Prosperity Model

Vice President Kashim Shettima has called on the European Union (EU) to deepen its collaboration with Africa by embracing a strategic partnership model that prioritises transformative development and mutual prosperity, rather than continuing the traditional donor-recipient approach. Speaking on Thursday at the Presidential Villa in Abuja during a courtesy visit by the EU Ambassador to

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General

FG, Stakeholders Laud EU Support for Disability Rights, React to USAID Funding Withdrawal

The Federal Government, alongside key stakeholders in the disability community, has commended the European Union for its support towards advancing the rights of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in Nigeria, especially at a time when international funding from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has been withdrawn. The commendation came during the official launch

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Politics

EU Imposes Landmark Retaliatory Tariffs On American Imports

In a significant escalation of transatlantic trade tensions, the European Union has approved its first wave of retaliatory tariffs targeting American goods, marking a notable shift in the economic relationship between the longstanding allies. The decision, finalized yesterday during a meeting of EU trade ministers in Brussels, authorizes new import duties on selected US products

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