Ecobank, Bank of China Partner to Strengthen Financial Ties
Ecobank Group and Bank of China sign MoU to enhance trade, payments, and RMB services between Africa and China, building on a partnership started in 2010. Read more.
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China Imposes High Tariffs on EU Dairy Products
China imposes duties up to 42.7% on EU dairy, escalating a trade spat. EU calls the move unjustified. Get the latest on this economic clash.
Lula to EU: Show courage, sign Mercosur trade deal
Brazil's President Lula da Silva calls on the European Union to finalize the long-delayed Mercosur trade pact, aiming to create the world's largest free trade zone. Read the latest updates.
EU-Mercosur Trade Deal Postponed to January 12
The historic EU-Mercosur trade pact, creating the world's largest free trade zone, faces delay due to farmer protests. A new signing date is now targeted for January 12 in Paraguay. Get the full details.
EU-Mercosur Trade Deal Faces Crucial Vote
A landmark EU-Mercosur trade deal, 20 years in the making, faces a crunch vote. While promising a massive free-trade zone, it sparks fierce protests from European farmers fearing cheap imports. Read the full details.
EU-Mercosur Trade Deal Hits French, Italian Roadblock
A landmark EU-Mercosur trade deal faces a major setback as Italy and France demand more safeguards for farmers, casting doubt on a signing ceremony planned for this weekend in Brazil.
UNCTAD: 2025 Global Trade to Surpass $35 Trillion
UNCTAD projects global trade will exceed $35 trillion in 2025, driven by emerging markets. However, growth is expected to slow in 2026. Read the full analysis.
China Imposes 5-Year Anti-Dumping Duties on EU Pork
China has imposed final anti-dumping duties on EU pork imports for five years, at reduced rates. The move follows trade tensions and an investigation into harm to China's domestic industry. Get the full details.
China imposes 5-year anti-dumping duties on EU pork
China announces five-year anti-dumping duties on EU pork imports, effective Dec 17. Rates are 4.9% to 19.8%, lower than previous temporary tariffs. Read the full trade dispute analysis.
Trump Tariffs Hit Canadian Snowplow Exporter Hard
Arctic Snowplows, a Canadian manufacturer, faces uncertain times as US tariffs add $500 to its products, driving away American customers. Discover the impact of the trade war.
Lagos MSME Trade Fair Aims to Strengthen Grassroots Economy
Lagos State announces a week-long MSME trade fair to empower small businesses, foster economic inclusion, and create jobs. Event runs from December 8-14 at Surulere National Stadium.
72 Data Centres Needed for Nigeria's $1 Trn Economy
Digital Realty CEO Ikechukwu Nnamani says Nigeria requires 72 edge data centres to power a $1 trillion economy by 2030. He highlights a severe infrastructure gap and lack of AI-ready facilities.
EU Complaint: Microsoft Data Used for Israeli Surveillance
Microsoft faces a formal EU complaint for allegedly storing Palestinian data used by the Israeli military. The Irish Data Protection Commission is now assessing the case. Read the full details.
Microsoft EU Complaint Over Israeli Surveillance Data
Microsoft faces an EU data protection complaint for allegedly storing Israeli military surveillance data on Palestinians. The Irish DPC is assessing the case.
Costco Challenges US Tariffs in Court, Seeks Refund
US retail giant Costco sues the Trump administration, demanding a refund for tariffs paid on imports. The case challenges the legality of Trump's trade policy. Read the full story.
Nigeria's Cyberattacks Jump Over 1000% in Q3 2025
A new report reveals Nigerian firms faced a record 1,047% surge in cyberattacks last quarter, with stolen employee logins now the primary threat. Learn how businesses can defend themselves.
Nigeria's Telecom GDP Contribution Hits 9.1% in Q3
Nigeria's telecom sector demonstrates resilience, contributing 9.1% to GDP in Q3 2025. Driven by mobile data demand and 5G rollout, the industry remains a key non-oil pillar. Discover the full economic impact.
Cyber Attacks in Nigeria Jump Over 1,000% in Q3
Data breaches in Nigeria surged 1,047% in Q3 2025. Hackers now use stolen credentials, not software flaws. Experts urge stronger identity controls to combat this new threat.
Asian Markets Up Ahead of US Jobs, Inflation Data
Most Asian markets gained Wednesday, tracking Wall Street, as investors await crucial US jobs and inflation data that will shape the Federal Reserve's rate decision next week. Read more.
South Korean Leader Orders Penalties for Major E-commerce Data Leak
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung demands swift penalties after a massive Coupang data breach exposed info of over 33 million customers. Read the full story on the cybersecurity crisis.
Legal Experts Push for Stronger African Privacy Laws
At the 7th Privacy Symposium Africa in Lagos, experts called for robust data protection laws, enforcement, and ethical tech to safeguard vulnerable groups, especially children, in the digital age.
World AIDS Day: Ajala Honoured for Strengthening HIV Data
Nigeria marks World AIDS Day by honouring data specialist Chinedum Favour Ajala. Her work modernising HIV surveillance and digital reporting is key to achieving the 95-95-95 targets. Read her story.
Nigeria honours Mosaku for transforming HIV surveillance
On World AIDS Day 2025, Nigeria celebrates epidemiologist Lateefat Abiodun Mosaku for revolutionizing the nation's HIV data systems, improving public health decisions and epidemic control. Read how her work is saving lives.
Manufacturing Tops Nigeria's VAT Revenue in H1 2025
Nigeria's manufacturing sector contributed N584.63bn to VAT revenue in the first half of 2025, leading all sectors despite economic challenges. Read the full NBS report analysis.
DisCos Record N45b Revenue Shortfall in September 2025
NERC data reveals electricity distributors collected N196.26b of N241.54b billed in September 2025, creating N45.28b shortfall. Collection efficiency improved to 81.25%. Discover which DisCos performed best.
Asian markets mixed ahead of key US data, Fed decision
Asian markets showed mixed performance as investors await crucial US economic data that could influence the Federal Reserve's expected interest rate cut next week. Oil prices surged on OPEC+ output decision.
Dr Aminu Bashir Emerges as New NIQS President
Dr Aminu Bashir unveils ambitious reform agenda as NIQS 28th president, focusing on cost data bank completion, capacity development and international partnerships for Nigerian quantity surveyors.
Banker Transforms Nigerian Finance with Data-Driven Empathy
Discover how banker Ozovehe Peter Otohinoyi is redefining Nigerian finance by combining statistics with human stories, achieving 200% revenue growth and empowering women entrepreneurs in Sokoto.
Banker Uses Statistics to Drive Financial Inclusion in Nigeria
Discover how banker Ozovehe Peter Otohinoyi is revolutionizing Nigerian finance by treating data as human stories, achieving 200% revenue growth and empowering women entrepreneurs.
Nigeria's Petrol Consumption Hits 56.74M Litres Daily
New data reveals Nigeria consumed 56.74 million litres of petrol daily in October 2025, with Dangote Refinery producing 18.03 million litres. Discover the full energy consumption breakdown.
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