A notable shift occurred in trade between Nigeria and the United States. The trade balance swung to a surplus of N797.50 billion in June 2026. This marks a significant change from previous months.
A particular product drove this change. Further details about the trade balance and its causes are available from the source.
The surplus in June 2026 is the highest monthly surplus on record between the two countries, ending a period of trade deficits that lasted 14 months.
safety
The Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, Mining Marshals have uncovered an alleged illegal gold mining operation in the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, and arrested two suspects in a decisive enforcement action. The NSCDC said the operation, carried out in Gwagwalada...
business
Leading African business, finance and investment leaders joined current and former members of the World Economic Forum’s Young Global Leaders community at Access Tower, Lagos, for the Finance and Investment segment of the Aliko Dangote Foundation/World Economic Forum Young Global...
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safety
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Local
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government
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schools
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