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World Trade Organisation

May 30, 2026
Middle East crisis
March 31, 2026

U.S. trade chief slams WTO after failed meeting in Cameroon

“I have always been sceptical of the value of the WTO, and this week’s conference confirmed that…,” ‌said Mr Greer.

WTO Building
February 13, 2026

Tinubu’s reforms strengthened investor confidence, says Zinox boss

Leo Stan Ekeh, chairman of Zinox Group, has described President Bola Tinubu as a courageous and investment-friendly visionary.

President Bola Tinubu
October 24, 2025

Africa, China reaffirm commitment to 2035 Vision

Africa and China have reaffirmed their commitment to accelerating the implementation of the China-Africa Cooperation 2035 Vision.

sixth Abuja Forum
October 21, 2025

$31 trillion debt crippling Nigeria, other developing countries’ development: UNCTAD

A staggering 2.6 billion people remain offline, most of them women in developing countries, UN data indicates.

Poor and hungry Africans
September 26, 2025

UNGA80: Nigeria’s Okonjo-Iweala urges WTO member states to diversify trade

The summit was hosted by the secretary-general on the sidelines of the 80th session of the UN General Assembly.

World leaders at UNGA80
April 25, 2025

U.S. tariffs will have minimal impact on Africa: Okonjo-Iweala

She noted that Africa’s limited trade with the USA was also not ideal, as it hindered economic growth.

Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala
February 23, 2025

Africa must leverage resources, market advantages to attain economic independence: Chinese envoy

Ms Yuqing said China remained willing to work together with all countries, including the U.S.

Chinese Consulate General in Lagos, Yan Yuqing
January 14, 2025

Okonjo-Iweala urges Africa to harness AI for development

Mrs Okonjo-Iweala stressed the need for investments in infrastructure, regulatory frameworks, and digital literacy to empower the youth.

Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala (Credit: Twitter)
December 4, 2024

ACCI congratulates Okonjo-Iweala on reappointment as WTO director-general

Mr Obegolu noted that Mrs Okonjo-Iweala’s impactful advocacy for Africa and the developing world was commendable.

Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala