Abuja, July 1, 2025 — Nigeria’s Federal Government has issued a stern warning to the United States over reports that Washington may expand its visa restrictions to include up to 36 West African countries, including Nigeria. In a move interpreted as retaliation, Abuja has threatened to sanction access to its critical rare earth minerals—materials deemed
Nigeria has taken major strides toward exiting the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list, as government agencies and financial regulators intensify efforts to strengthen the country’s anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing framework. This progress was revealed following ongoing evaluations by international financial oversight bodies, which acknowledged Nigeria’s recent reforms and improved compliance with FATF’s
Households across Nigeria are increasingly feeling the pressure of rising cooking gas prices, with a recent market analysis revealing stark variations in cost across the country. The latest data for April 2025 shows that some states are bearing the brunt of the spike more than others, significantly impacting household budgets and forcing families to adjust
Lagos, Nigeria – June 30, 2025 In a bold move aimed at transforming Nigeria’s fuel distribution landscape, the Dangote Refinery has announced a massive investment of N720 billion in 4,000 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered trucks to distribute fuel across the country. This strategic investment is expected to significantly reduce Nigeria’s dependence on diesel-powered logistics, potentially
Nigeria may be the biggest cassava producer in the world, but it’s making little profit from it. Despite growing about 20 percent of all the cassava in the world, the country controls only two percent of global cassava processing. This shocking gap was brought to light by industry experts who say Nigeria is missing out
Brussels, Belgium – June 28, 2025 In a strategic move to deepen international enforcement collaboration, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Republic of Belarus on cooperation and mutual assistance in customs matters. The bilateral agreement was formally signed on Friday, June 27, 2025, at the World Customs
The Minister of Education this week received the Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to Nigeria, His Excellency Salem Saeed Musabbeh Al Mahyoubi Al Shamsi, on a courtesy visit that marked a significant stride toward deepening bilateral relations between both nations. During the high-level engagement, discussions focused on expanding partnerships between the education ministries of
…Says Nigeria, Ethiopia bear Africa’s greatest ecological responsibility Vice President Kashim Shettima has urged world leaders to adopt practical, home-grown solutions to tackle climate change, emphasizing that the environmental crisis demands more than boardroom discussions. He made the call during the official launch of Ethiopia’s Green Legacy Initiative (GLI) on Friday, June 28, 2025, in
Abuja, Nigeria – June 2025 In a significant move aimed at deepening economic cooperation and promoting intra-African trade, the Federal Republic of Nigeria and the Republic of Rwanda have signed a historic Agreement on the Avoidance of Double Taxation and the Prevention of Fiscal Evasion with Respect to Taxes on Income. The high-level signing ceremony,
Abuja – June 27, 2025 In a groundbreaking move for Nigeria’s creative industry, the governments of Nigeria and Brazil have signed their first ever auto‐visual co‑production agreement, opening a new chapter in cultural diplomacy and media collaboration. The landmark treaty, inked on June 24, 2025, enables filmmakers, animators, and content creators from both countries to
