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.
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.
ICPC's 2025 scorecard reveals widespread ethics failures in Nigerian MDAs. No agency achieved full compliance, exposing major governance gaps. Read the full report.
EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede warns banks' compliance officers that slow information release is hampering anti-corruption probes. He insists on full cooperation to safeguard Nigeria's financial system. Read more.
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.
CGC Adewale Adeniyi tells Kano stakeholders that effective trade facilitation requires full compliance with laws. He highlights tech reforms like B'Odogwu platform.
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.
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.
Rep. Busayo Oke cautions state governments, including Osun, against undermining Supreme Court judgments on Local Government autonomy. Compliance is a constitutional duty, not an option. Read more.
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.
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 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 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 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.
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.
The Corporate Affairs Commission has set January 1, 2026 as the final deadline for all POS operators to register. Unregistered terminals will be seized, and enabling fintechs reported to CBN. Act now to comply.
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.
Cross River State partners with Pula Advisors to launch a landmark EUDR traceability system for cocoa, coffee, and oil palm, aiming to secure EU market access for 80,000 farms by 2026.
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 SEC mandates all capital market operators to declare ISA 2025 compliance and register tradable instruments by January 2026. Dr. Agama announces new era for market transparency.
China plans to bid for building two new ports on the Panama Canal despite US concerns. The $8.5 billion project includes ports, gas pipeline and reservoir. Read more.
Following Nigeria's removal from the FATF Grey List, the SEC has called on capital market operators to deepen their compliance culture to protect the nation's global financial reputation.
Nigeria takes charge of Africa's $3.4 trillion AfCFTA single market. Minister Oduwole outlines strategy for economic growth, digital trade, and continental leadership. Act now to seize the opportunity!
Nigeria's National Accreditation System achieves global recognition under AFRAC, enhancing quality compliance and reducing trade barriers for Nigerian exporters.
The 2025 Nigeria International Trade Fair is now open in Lagos, running from November 21-30. Discover West African business opportunities, workshops, and exclusive shopping deals.
The EU will press the US to implement their July trade deal, focusing on reducing 50% steel tariffs. High-level talks begin in Brussels. Read more.
The Loveworld Trade & Investment Forum in Lagos united global leaders to champion trust and capital inflows for Africa's growth. Discover how ethical trade is reshaping the continent's economic future.
The 2025 Nigeria International Trade Fair launched in Lagos with calls for industrial growth and policy consistency. Key officials emphasized investment opportunities and economic revival.
EU trade ministers will press for more US tariff exemptions on wines, spirits, and pasta during a crucial meeting with US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick. The talks aim to resolve ongoing trade tensions.
Afghanistan is urgently seeking new trade partners after a border clash with Pakistan. The Taliban government is turning to Iran and Central Asia as $100 million in losses hit traders. Discover the economic fallout.
Switzerland faces farmer protests over US trade deal that may allow hormone-fed beef and chlorinated chicken imports. Learn how this affects Swiss food standards and consumer safety.