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April 24, 2026

U.S. revives credit scheme to boost agriculture trade with Nigeria

Nigerian banks regained eligibility to participate in the GSM-102 in late 2025.

U.S. Mission
April 24, 2026

U.S. revitalises key credit guarantee programme to boost agricultural trade with Nigeria

The United States has expanded support for agricultural trade through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Export Credit Guarantee Program, known as GSM-102.

United States Consul General Rick Swart delivering opening remarks at the GSM-102 Revitalization event in Lagos.
August 15, 2023

Dozens killed, injured in explosion at Russian petrol station: Official

At least 30 people were killed by the explosion in the republic of Dagestan in the Caucasus, according to local officials.

Explosion at Russian petrol station [Credit: Autoevolution]