August 3, 2025

Nigeria

Diplomatic Relations World

Nigeria, Brazil Sign First-Ever Auto Visual Co‑Production Agreement

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

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Diplomatic Relations General

VP Shettima Arrives in Addis Ababa, Meets Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed to Strengthen Continental, Bilateral Ties

Vice President of Nigeria, Senator Kashim Shettima, has arrived in Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia, for an official state visit aimed at deepening diplomatic relations and strengthening continental cooperation. Upon his arrival, VP Shettima was warmly received by top Ethiopian government officials and proceeded to a high-level meeting with the Prime Minister of Ethiopia,

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General Tax Reform

A Simple Guide to Nigeria’s New Tax Laws

Let’s be honest, talk about “tax reform” usually sounds like a headache waiting to happen, full of complicated terms that don’t seem to apply to everyday life. However, the government has introduced new changes that are actually designed to directly impact you, and it’s important to understand them in simple terms. This is a straightforward

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Basketball Sport

D’Tigress: Nigeria Releases Preliminary Squad Ahead of 2025 FIBA Women’s Afrobasket

ABUJA, NIGERIA – As preparations intensify for the 2025 FIBA Women’s Afrobasket Championship set to hold in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, the Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF) has unveiled the preliminary squad for the national women’s basketball team, D’Tigress. The announcement signals the commencement of the team’s build-up to the continental tournament, with training expected to begin

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Diplomatic Relations General Politics

Nigeria, Brazil Strengthen Ties at Gala Dinner Hosted by Vice President Shettima

ABUJA — In a renewed display of diplomatic warmth and strategic partnership, Vice President Kashim Shettima on Tuesday evening hosted the Vice President of the Federative Republic of Brazil, H.E. Geraldo Alckmin, his wife, Maria Lúcia Alckmin, and other senior members of the Brazilian delegation to a Nigeria-Brazil Gala Dinner at the State House Conference

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General Investment

Nigeria, U.S. Launch Commercial and Investment Partnership Working Group Forum

ABUJA – In a major move to deepen economic ties, Nigeria and the United States have officially launched the Commercial and Investment Partnership (CIP) Working Group Forum, aimed at accelerating bilateral trade, fostering private sector collaboration, and unlocking new investment opportunities across critical sectors of the Nigerian economy. The forum was inaugurated on Wednesday, June

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General

Nigeria Undergoing Quiet but Bold Transformation Under Tinubu – VP Shettima

ABUJA — Nigeria is undergoing a quiet yet bold transformation under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Vice President Kashim Shettima has said, highlighting ongoing reforms and policy shifts designed to reposition the country for sustainable growth and development. Shettima made the remarks on Wednesday, June 26, 2025, while speaking at a strategic stakeholders’

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Business World

Nigeria and U.S. Launch Commercial Investment Partnership to Boost Bilateral Trade

ABUJA — In a landmark step towards deepening economic ties, the Federal Republic of Nigeria and the United States of America have officially launched the Commercial Investment Partnership (CIP), aimed at unlocking new avenues for trade, investment, and private-sector collaboration between both nations. The initiative was formally unveiled on Tuesday, June 25, 2025, during a

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Diplomatic Relations General World

Nigeria, Brazil Bonded by Deep Cultural Affinity — Nana Shettima Tells Brazilian Second Lady

ABUJA — Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, represented by Hajiya Nana Shettima, the wife of the Vice President, has reaffirmed the strong cultural and historical ties binding Nigeria and Brazil, describing the two nations as “natural allies with shared values and aspirations.” She made this statement on Tuesday, June 25, 2025, during a courtesy

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ECOWAS General

Nigeria, ECOWAS Hold Rare Minerals as Key to Global Future – Foreign Minister Yusuf Tuggar

ABUJA — Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, has emphasized that Nigeria and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) possess critical mineral reserves essential for steering the global transition to a sustainable future. He delivered this message during the West Africa Economic Summit (WAES 2025) held in Abuja from June 20–21,

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