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- africa
Feature: The Road, Rail and Port Projects Redrawing African Trade
Continental free trade depends less on treaties than on whether goods can physically move.
Daniel Mbeki · 5 July 2026
- business
Nigeria’s China Exports Jump 81% to $2.25 Billion as Zero-Tariff Policy Boosts Trade
Nigeria’s exports to China have surged 81% to $2.25 billion in the first half of 2026, highlighting new opportunities for Nigerian exporters, manufacturers and digital entrepreneurs as China’s zero-tariff policy boosts trade.
Lady NG · 25 August 2026
- business
Nigeria–China Trade Relations: History, Trade Opportunities and Economic Impact
Nigeria and China have built a major economic partnership over five decades. As trade, investment, agriculture, manufacturing and digital cooperation expand, Nigeria faces a crucial opportunity to increase exports, strengthen local production and unlock new business opportunities
Lady NG · 20 August 2026
- africa
African Free Trade Area Records First Sustained Rise in Intra-Continental Commerce
Officials point to progress on rules of origin and payments, though non-tariff barriers persist.
Daniel Mbeki · 16 September 2025
- business
Sweeping United States Tariffs Reset the Terms of Global Trade
A new schedule of import duties prompted retaliation, negotiation and a sharp repricing in financial markets.
Robert Keane · 8 April 2025
- world
US, China Explore AI Safety Notification Mechanism Ahead of Trump-Xi Summit
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says the US and China discussed a new mechanism to flag AI incidents affecting national security, as trade and AI rivalry converge ahead of a high-stakes Trump-Xi summit.
Global News Arena · 21 September 2026
- world
Why Russia's Election Result Should Matter to Every African Business Owner Trading Internationally
Russia's parliamentary election outcome was never in doubt, but the ripple effects on oil prices, forex volatility, and global trade are why African business owners should be paying attention anyway.
Global News Arena · 21 September 2026
- business
Container Ship Blocks the Suez Canal for Six Days
The grounding of the Ever Given halted about twelve per cent of global trade and exposed supply chain fragility.
Robert Keane · 29 March 2021
- entertainment
Davido and Bashir Ahmad's Online Clash Has a Lesson for Anyone Building a Personal Brand.
Davido and Bashir Ahmad traded internet "vawulence" for about two days, but the fallout revealed a deeper truth about the power of personal branding.
Reva Mag · 8 August 2026
- world
Russia Election: Kremlin Faces New Test After Expected Victory
United Russia has retained its Duma majority, but with the war in Ukraine ongoing, the real question is how the Kremlin uses this result and what it could mean for global markets.
Global News Arena · 21 September 2026
- world
Lagos Warns About Adulterated Palm Oil. The Bigger Problem Is Knowing What You Are Buying
New warnings about adulterated palm oil show how difficult it can be for consumers and businesses to identify unsafe products.
GNA Writes · 25 September 2026
- world
Tinubu Can Govern From Anywhere, Presidency Says Amid Questions Over Leadership
The Presidency says President Bola Tinubu can continue exercising his constitutional powers while outside Nigeria, following questions from Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi about leadership while Tinubu is in Paris and Vice President Kashim Shettima is in the United States.
Global News Arena · 22 September 2026
- world
The US Is Expanding Its Military Presence in Greenland. Why Businesses Should Pay Attention
Growing strategic activity around Greenland shows how geopolitical changes can quickly reshape business risks.
GNA Writes · 22 September 2026
- world
Why the US-China AI "Notification Mechanism" Should Be on Every Business Owner's Radar
As the US and China discuss a "notification mechanism" for AI risks ahead of a Trump-Xi summit, the real story isn't diplomacy, it's how fast AI policy shifts are starting to reach ordinary businesses.
Global News Arena · 21 September 2026
- world
AI Takes Centre Stage at Arabian Travel Market ATM 2026.
ATM 2026 Highlights AI, German Tourism, Emirati Hospitality and New Hotel Openings as Global Travel Industry Gathers in Dubai, (Press Release)
Queen Diana Story · 14 September 2026
- world
Dolly Parton Died. By Morning, Someone Starts Cashing Out Coins From It.
This is the attention economy with the brakes cut. And it is coming for every industry, not just music.
GNA Writes · 8 September 2026
- business
How to Build an Online Business That Can Grow Into a Long-Term Asset
Building an online business is about more than making quick money. Here’s how to turn your skills, content, audience and digital products into an asset that can continue creating value for years.
Lady NG · 25 August 2026
- business
Dangote Refinery Drives Seven-Fold Rise in Nigeria’s Petroleum Product Exports: How Nigeria Is Becoming a Major Fuel Exporter
Nigeria’s petroleum export landscape is changing rapidly as Dangote Refinery boosts refined product shipments, cuts reliance on imports and strengthens the country’s ambitions to become a major fuel exporter.
Lady NG · 25 August 2026
- politics
Peter Obi, Randy Peters and the Problem With Being Too Accessible.
Why is Peter Obi allowing this?
Adaeze Okonkwo · 25 August 2026
- make money
Affiliate Marketing for Beginners: How to Start, Promote Products and Earn Commissions Online
Affiliate marketing is giving ordinary people a practical way to turn content, recommendations and a smartphone into an online income opportunity. Here’s how beginners can get started, promote products responsibly and build a business based on trust.
Lady NG · 24 August 2026
- make money
Affiliate Marketing Is Growing Fast, But These FTC Rules Could Change How Creators Recommend Products Online
Affiliate marketing is opening new income opportunities for creators, bloggers and social media users, but transparency matters. Here is what the FTC guidelines mean for anyone recommending products online and earning commissions from affiliate links.
Lady NG · 23 August 2026
- education
How to Track Affiliate Marketing Traffic, Clicks and Conversions
Affiliate marketing is more than sharing links and waiting for commissions. Learn how to track traffic, clicks and conversions, understand where your audience comes from, identify what is working and use data to build a smarter online income strategy.
Lady NG · 20 August 2026
- education
How to Protect Your Online Reputation in the Digital Age: A Practical Guide for Creators and Entrepreneurs
Your online reputation can determine whether people trust you, follow you, hire you or buy from you. Here are practical ways creators and entrepreneurs can protect their digital identity, build credibility and turn online trust into lasting opportunities.
Lady NG · 20 August 2026
- business
OPay’s Big IPO Moment: Why Standard Bank Is Eyeing a Stake in Nigeria’s Fintech Giant Ahead of a Reported $4 Billion US Listing
Standard Bank is reportedly considering a stake in OPay as the Nigerian fintech giant prepares for a possible US IPO that could value it at around $4 billion. I look beyond the headline to examine what the move could mean for OPay, Nigeria’s fintech industry and the growing opportunities created by Africa’s digital economy.
Lady NG · 19 August 2026
- make money
How to Turn Social Media Attention Into Income: A Beginner’s Guide
Social media can be more than a place to post, like and scroll. Here’s how beginners can turn their audience, skills and online attention into legitimate income opportunities using a smartphone.
Lady NG · 18 August 2026
- business
Nigeria’s Oil and Gas Industry: History, Economic Impact, Challenges and Future Opportunities
Nigeria’s oil and gas industry has shaped the nation’s economy for decades. Here’s a closer look at its history, economic impact, challenges, investment opportunities and what the future holds for Nigeria’s energy sector.
Lady NG · 17 August 2026
- business
How to Choose Profitable Products for Affiliate Marketing
Choosing the right product can make or break your affiliate marketing strategy. Here’s how to find products people actually need, research their value, avoid common mistakes and turn useful recommendations into a potential smartphone-based digital business.
Lady NG · 14 August 2026
- business
How Startup Funding Works in Nigeria: From Bootstrapping to Venture Capital
From personal savings and grants to angel investment and venture capital, understanding how startup funding works can help Nigerian entrepreneurs choose the right path to build, finance and grow a successful business.
Lady NG · 14 August 2026
- world
Why Businesses Cannot Afford to Ignore Geopolitical Risk
A political development in one part of the world can become an operational problem somewhere else.
GNA Writes · 12 August 2026
- world
Global Economy 2026: What Inflation Means for Businesses, Investors, and Families
As the global economy shifts in 2026, rising costs and economic uncertainty are forcing businesses and families to rethink how they manage money, work, and build additional income.
Adeola Babatunde · 8 August 2026
- world
I Never Imagined a Nigerian Bread Seller Could Teach Me This Much About Success
Sometimes the greatest lessons about resilience, opportunity, and success come from the most unexpected people.
Adeola Babatunde · 6 August 2026
- make money
7 AI Skills That Can Help You Make Money Before the End of the Year.
Forget overnight success, the people making money with AI are usually the ones solving real problems, using a skill businesses are already paying for.
Reva Mag · 29 July 2026
- nigeria
Analysis: Nigeria's Food Prices and the Long Road From Farm to Market
Post-harvest losses and transport costs explain more of the price than the harvest itself.
Adaeze Okonkwo · 27 July 2026
- nigeria
Explainer: Why Nigeria's Electricity Problem Is a Financial Problem
Generation capacity is not the binding constraint. Metering, collections and transmission are. A guide to how the sector actually works.
Emeka Nwosu · 21 July 2026
- world
Analysis: Middle Powers Are Setting More of the Agenda
As the largest states deadlock, coalitions of medium-sized countries are doing the drafting.
Helena Marsh · 15 July 2026
- business
Central Banks Face a Divided Inflation Picture
Services prices, energy costs and tariff pass-through are pulling in different directions across major economies.
Robert Keane · 9 June 2026
- education
How to Start Investing in Nigerian Stocks as a Beginner
Thinking about investing in Nigerian stocks but don't know where to begin? This beginner-friendly guide explains how to get started, choose a legitimate stockbroker, research companies, manage risk and build a smarter long-term investment strategy.
Lady NG · 15 March 2025
- world
Hamas Attack on Israel Triggers War in Gaza
Cross-border assaults killed about 1,200 people in Israel and were followed by an extended Israeli military campaign.
Sarah Benali · 7 October 2023
- business
Bitcoin Approaches $20,000 at the Peak of a Speculative Rally
The cryptocurrency rose roughly twentyfold in a year before futures listings and regulatory warnings cooled the market.
Robert Keane · 17 December 2017
- world
Donald Trump Wins the United States Presidency
The property developer and television presenter defeated Hillary Clinton, carrying Pennsylvania, Michigan and Wisconsin.
James Whitfield · 9 November 2016
- world
United Kingdom Votes to Leave the European Union
A 52 to 48 result overturned four decades of membership and prompted the prime minister's resignation within hours.
Helena Marsh · 24 June 2016
- business
Oil Prices Collapse as OPEC Declines to Cut Output
Brent crude fell below $70 a barrel after ministers in Vienna decided to defend market share rather than support prices.
Robert Keane · 27 November 2014