August 2, 2025

Nigeria

General

Nigeria’s Forex Revenue Plunges by 73% Amidst Declining Arbitrage Opportunities

Nigeria’s foreign exchange (FX) revenue has suffered a significant 73% decline in recent months, driven largely by reduced gains from exchange rate arbitrage. The steep drop reflects the dwindling margin between the official and parallel market exchange rates, a situation that previously offered substantial revenue inflow through arbitrage. According to data obtained from the Central

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Football Sports

Super Falcons Eye Historic 10th WAFCON Title in Showdown Against Hosts Morocco

Nigeria’s Super Falcons are on the cusp of cementing their legacy as the most successful team in African women’s football as they prepare to battle hosts Morocco in the final of the 13th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). The much-anticipated clash, scheduled to hold at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, will mark

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Athletics Sport

Nigeria’s World Championships Trials in Jeopardy as Venue Uncertainty Looms  

The Athletics Federation of Nigeria has cast doubt on plans to host the 2025 National Trials at the MKO Abiola Stadium in Abeokuta, throwing preparations for the crucial World Championships qualifiers into confusion just days before the scheduled event.   The trials, originally set for July 31 to August 2, serve as the mandatory selection

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Crude Oil General

For the First Time, U.S. Exports More Crude Oil to Nigeria Than It Imports

News Report – July 23, 2025 In a historic shift, the United States became a net exporter of crude oil to Nigeria for the first time in February 2025, according to newly released international trade data. The reversal in oil trade flow marks a significant development in the global energy market, as Nigeria, traditionally a

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Business Diplomatic Relations

Nigeria, Egypt Eye $500bn Intra-African Trade by 2030, Strengthen Bilateral Economic Relations

July 22, 2025 Nigeria and Egypt have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral cooperation as both nations work towards achieving a $500 billion intra-African trade target under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) by the year 2030. This renewed push for economic synergy was emphasized during the Nigeria-Egypt Business Forum 2025, held at the

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Business Diplomatic Relations

Nigeria-Egypt Trade Volume Reaches $315 Million in 2024 – Egyptian FM

July 22, 2025 Trade relations between Nigeria and Egypt have witnessed a notable upswing, with total bilateral trade volume reaching $315 million in 2024, according to Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sameh Shoukry. The announcement was made during his address at the Nigeria-Egypt Business Forum 2025, held at the Transcorp Hilton in Abuja, where government

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General

Nigeria Signs $20bn Partnership Deal With China to Strengthen Manufacturing, Energy and Key Sectors

Nigeria has secured over $20 billion in investment commitments from China aimed at revitalizing key sectors including manufacturing, energy, infrastructure, and technology. The landmark deal was finalized during high-level bilateral discussions held in Beijing, signaling renewed cooperation between the two economic giants. According to senior officials present at the meeting, the agreements include direct investments,

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General Inflation

Nigeria’s Inflation Rate Drops to 22.22% in June 2025, Offers Mild Relief

ABUJA – July 17, 2025  Nigeria’s annual inflation rate declined to 22.22% in June 2025, marking a marginal but notable easing from the 23.24% recorded in May, according to new data released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). The report, which offers cautious optimism, indicates a slowdown in the rate at which prices of

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Diplomatic Relations General

China, Nigeria Deepen Defence Ties to Boost Regional and Global Security

Nigeria and China have reaffirmed their strategic resolve to strengthen military cooperation and advance their bilateral partnership amid rising global and regional security threats. The renewed commitment was made during a high-level defence dialogue held on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, in Abuja, where top officials from both countries met to review ongoing collaborations and chart

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General SEC

SEC Launches Probe into 79 Suspected Ponzi Schemes Operating Nationwide

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has revealed that it is actively probing 79 suspected Ponzi schemes currently operating within Nigeria. This sweeping investigation underscores growing concerns about fraudulent investment activities undermining investor confidence and financial stability across the country. According to an official statement from the SEC, these schemes span various states and have

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