Nigeria’s Finance Minister Hints FG May Consider Reviewing ₦54.99trn 2025 Budget in Response to U.S. Tariff Hike
The Federal Government may consider reviewing its proposed ₦54.99 trillion 2025 budget to reduce the possible impact of new U.S. trade tariffs on...
Naira Hits New Low, Trades Above ₦1,610/$1 Despite CBN Dollar Sales
The Nigerian naira dropped to a new low on Monday, surpassing ₦1,610 per US dollar in the official foreign exchange market. This is...
U.S. Eyes DRC’s Resources, Pursues Mineral-for-Security Deal
The United States is in talks with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) on a potential agreement to grant access to critical minerals...
Saudi Arabia Suspends Visas for Nigeria, Egypt, and 12 Other Countries Ahead of 2025 Hajj Over Safety Concerns
Saudi Arabia has temporarily suspended Umrah, business, and family visit visas for citizens of 14 countries, including Nigeria, Egypt, and India, in preparation...
U.S. 14% Tariff Threatens Nigerian Exports, Poses Risks to Trade and SMEs – Nigeria’s Trade Minister Laments
The Nigerian Federal Government has expressed concern over new tariffs imposed by the United States. It warned that the move could harm Nigeria’s...
China Imposes 34% Tariff on U.S. Goods in Retaliation to Trump’s Trade Policy
China has imposed a 34 per cent retaliatory tariff on U.S. goods. This is a direct response to a new trade policy announced...
DR Congo: M23 Rebels Withdraw from Walikale Ahead of Peace Talks
M23 rebels have withdrawn from Walikale, an important town in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. The group described the withdrawal as a...
Amotekun Rescues 28 Ghanaians from Visa Scam Syndicate in Ondo
Operatives of the Ondo State Security Network, known as Amotekun Corps, have rescued 28 Ghanaians kidnapped in Akure under the pretence of securing...
Trump Imposes 14% Tariff on Nigerian Goods, Hits Other African Nations with Heavy Tariffs
The United States has imposed a 14 per cent tariff on Nigerian exports, marking a major shift in trade relations. President Donald Trump...
Ghana’s Inflation Falls to 22.4% in March, Lowest in Four Months
Ghana’s annual inflation rate eased for the third straight month, reaching 22.4 per cent in March. It dropped from 23.1 per cent in...
DR Congo, M23 Rebels to Hold First Direct Talks in Qatar on 9 April
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and M23 rebels will hold their first direct talks on 9 April in Doha, Qatar. According to...
Non-state Militia Attacks Worsen in Benue and Neighbouring Eha-Amufu, Enugu; Residents Condemn Government Silence
Herdsmen attacks and insecurity are worsening in Benue and neighbouring Enugu State, leaving communities devastated and residents displaced. In response, thousands of enraged...