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Lagos ports set to receive 39 incoming vessels
The Nigerian Ports Authority plans for the arrival of 39 vessels carrying food, fuel, and industrial goods at Lagos ports by the end of the week.
August 3, 2026
Governor Buni Authorizes Building of Four New Modern Markets in Yobe
Governor Mai Mala Buni has approved the construction of four additional modern markets in Yobe State to drive economic development and enhance commercial facilities.
August 2, 2026
Kirikiri Customs collects N19.4bn revenue in June while seizing expired vapes valued at N809.7m
The Kirikiri Lighter Terminal Area Command achieved a revenue of N19.4 billion in June 2026 and intercepted N809.7 million worth of expired vape products.
July 30, 2026
SEREC Cautions That New 12.5% U.S. Tariff Threatens Nigerian Exports
The Sea Empowerment & Research Center warns that a new 12.5% U.S. tariff on Nigerian goods could harm non-oil exports, reduce foreign exchange earnings, and threaten the local economy.
July 30, 2026
Okonjo-Iweala Urges Nigeria and Africa to Process Minerals Locally Before Export
WTO DG Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala and CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso advocate for local mineral processing, internal trade integration, and economic reform to secure Africa’s place in the global green energy market.
July 29, 2026
Customs agents warn of demonstrations following claims of shipping manifest fraud
Members of the ANLCA are threatening to protest against shipping companies like MSC and Hapag-Lloyd, citing corrupt practices linked to misleading ship manifest declarations.
July 29, 2026
US administration prohibits imports of new Chinese humanoid robots
The Trump administration has banned imports of Chinese humanoid and four-legged robots, citing national security concerns, while also restricting power inverter imports.
July 29, 2026
House of Representatives Advances 13 Commercial Bills to Bolster Trade and Digital Economy
The House of Representatives has launched a public hearing on 13 bills, including the AfCFTA Domestication Bill, aimed at modernizing Nigeria's commercial laws and boosting its digital economy.
July 27, 2026
Analyst Explains Why New US Import Tariffs Will Have Minimal Effect on Nigeria
Financial expert Dr. Muda Yusuf explains why the 12.5 percent US import tariffs are expected to have a limited impact on the Nigerian economy.
July 27, 2026
Shein reports quarterly loss as US tariff shifts hamper sales
Shein has recorded a quarterly loss of $99 million as the loss of US 'de minimis' tax exemptions and international logistical issues hinder the retailer's growth ahead of a planned Hong Kong IPO.
July 27, 2026