Nigeria hit with 14% U.S. tariff in Trump’s trade policy shift
Nigeria’s exports to the U.S. will now attract a 14% tariff under Trump’s reciprocal trade policy, responding to Abuja’s 27% duty on American goods.
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FULL LIST: African countries slapped with Trump’s tariffs
In a sweeping move that could redefine global commerce, U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a baseline 10% tariff on all U.S. imports, alongside sharper, country-specific reciprocal tariffs aimed at nations that impose steeper duties on American goods.
CBN unveils Nigeria’s net external reserves figure
Nigeria’s net external reserves reached $23.11 billion by the end of 2024, marking the highest level in three years, as the Central Bank works on enhancing investor confidence and reducing short-term foreign exchange obligations.
NIN enrollment hits 117 million: 56% male, 43% female
Lagos leads in enrollment with over 12.6 million registrants, followed by Kano with 10.2 million
Naira strengthens by N30 in black market to close the week as liquidity improves
The Nigerian naira gained N30 in the black market by the end of the week, reflecting improved liquidity in the forex market
Nigeria tops Interpol’s arrest of 306 cybercrime suspects across Africa
GUARDIAN NG Interpol has arrested 306 suspects across seven African countries as part of Operation Red Card, targeting cybercrime scams
Minister raises alarm over 26,000 children in prisons
PUNCH The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has raised concerns over the incarceration of over 26,000 children in Nigeria’s custodial
Stocks rise 0.56% as buying interest grows on attractive re-entry points
Visit Businessday NGBUSINESS DAY NG As many stocks approached attractive re-entry points, the buy-side interest at the Nigerian Exchange Limited
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FULL LIST: Number of medical doctors across states in Nigeria
FULL LIST: Number of medical doctors across states in Nigeria 1. Lagos: 7,3852. FCT: 4,4533. Rivers: 2,1944. Enugu: 2,0705. Oyo:
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Over 13,000 Nigerian refugee claims rejected by Canada in 11 years
PUNCH No fewer than 13,171 Nigerians who applied for refugee protection from January 2013 to December 2024 were turned down by