…in slaves continued till much later. The reason for this was that though the slave-trade was abolished in 1808, slavery remained legal in British overseas possessions until 1833, when this too was abolished. The abolition of slavery involved Great Britain in enormous expenditure. She paid the sum of £20m, as compensati…

…energetic dialogue centered on confidence and late-night revelry. The two titans trade verses with an effortless chemistry that feels completely organic, avoiding the disjointed vibe that sometimes slows down major cross-border links. Don't Be Shy is a loud, feel-good tune designed to make you move your body, reminding…

…Shandong province and North Korean labor in Liaoning, making the system a target of U.S. trade and labor scrutiny in recent years. There's been a push within the industry to "re-shore" some of that processing, spurred partly by tariffs and pandemic-era disruptions that made the China round trip less attractive. The bet…

Cuts export freight costs below $2/kg By Yinka Kolawole The Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment has formally flagged off the expanded Nigeria-East and Southern Africa Air Cargo Corridor in partnership with RwandAir, in a move to lower export logistics costs and strengthen Nigeria’s participation in the A…

…Breweries were marked down following dividend payments. The previous week, Seplat Energy traded ex-dividend, while Julius Berger, Chemical and Allied Products (CAP), BUA Foods, and Jaiz Bank have also experienced similar adjustments in recent weeks. These markdowns have collectively weighed on the broader market index.…

…the past and had reportedly separated before reconciling recently. Makaye, a cosmetics trader from the Hotoro Tishama area of Kano, was later buried at Unguwa Uku Yan Awaki after his remains were released to family members for funeral rites. At the time of this report, the Kano State Police Command had not issued an of…

…In everyday use, the only things missing are wireless charging and multipoint, an easy trade for the price you pay. SoundGuys called it the Goldilocks of the Galaxy Buds lineup, and it is hard to argue otherwise. If you want strong ANC and the core Samsung features without flagship pricing, start here. Galaxy Buds Core…

The Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment (FMITI) says the Nigeria Industrial Policy 2025 has recorded significant progress within

…described the initiative as an example of how improved aviation connectivity can support trade and investment flows across the continent, particularly at a time when African countries are seeking to deepen economic integration under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). "We're here with some of our exporter…

…most effective grassroots economic institutions in Nigeria, serving millions of farmers, traders, artisans, transport operators, civil servants, women, youths, and vulnerable groups across the country. He stressed that the rapidly changing global economy requires cooperative societies to become more knowledge-driven, t…

…NAN, as early as 8 a.m., when accreditation and voting were scheduled to begin, some traders in major markets across the Ado-Ekiti metropolis had already opened for business and were attending to customers. The Police Commissioner overseeing the Ekiti governorship election, Mr Abayomi Shogunle, had earlier announced a…

…even as at 8 a.m., when the accreditation and voting were scheduled to commence, some traders at major markets in the Ado-Ekiti metropolis displayed their wares and attended to customers.NAN reports that the Police Commissioner in charge of the Ekiti governorship election, Mr Abayomi Shogunle, had on Friday ordered res…

…dialogue.” The decision came hours after Paz signed an agreement with the country’s main trade union federation, Bolivian Workers’ Central (COB), ending the protests sparked by Paz’s plans for the economy. But not all sectors were covered by the agreement, and some unions continued protesting. “After exhausting all ave…

…the National Single Window Project, which was launched in March,che aimed at simplifying trade processes, and the execution of Nigeria's commitments under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) framework. The National Single Window initiative is expected to integrate government agencies involved in trade into…

…more than a commercial category; it is a critical driver of jobs, manufacturing growth, trade and consumer welfare". "Strengthening visibility across the value chain and fostering collaboration among stakeholders will be essential to unlocking the sector's full potential," she said. According to the Minister, Nigeria's…

…that moved into a lower group now moves in smaller price steps than before, which gives traders more precise entry and exit points. Now let us look at each group and what it means for your money. Group A: Shares priced at N1,000 and above The minimum number of shares that must trade in a single transaction before the p…

…to launch in Jamaica, using the Caribbean nation as a gateway for remittance and trade flows between Africa, Asia, and the Caribbean. Founded in 2019 by twins Eddie Ndichu and Paul Ndichu, the company initially focused on facilitating payments between Africa and Asia, targeting traders and small businesses moving goods…

…Skyway Aviation Handling Company Plc, SAHCO, has said it is willing to strengthen trade facilitation between Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates, UAE, while also exploring partnerships with Middle East Airlines. SAHCO Chairman, Dr Taiwo Afolabi, said the initiative was aimed at boosting passengers, cargo and e-commerc…

…points, down 0.62% Market Capitalisation: N151.33 trillion, down N938.75 billion Volume Traded: 440.36 million shares, down 36.33% Value Traded: N24.68 billion, down 78.88% Deals: 50,273 transactions, up 0.50% Year-to-Date Return: 51.62% Market Breadth: 21 gainers against 31 losers Top 5 Gainers: DEAP Capital Managemen…

…are expected to strengthen rural connectivity, facilitate agricultural movement, boost trade, and deepen economic integration among communities. The award also reflects the administration’s commitment to improving access to essential services. Major rehabilitation works on water supply systems serving communities in Ot…

…And it requires employers, from the largest corporations to the smallest market traders, to start expecting AI capability as a baseline and investing in building it in the people they already have. The window to get ahead of this is narrowing faster than most people realise. Because the continent's long-term position w…

…is the prevalence of inaccurate genotype test results. For Mr Martins Agu, a local trader, the discovery that two of his children have sickle cell disease almost led to the collapse of his marriage some years ago. Agu recalls that before their wedding 18 years ago, a marriage counsellor at their church had advised him…

…is home to some of the world’s most remarkable bridges, connecting cities, facilitating trade, and overcoming geographical barriers. Here is a countdown of the ten longest bridges on the continent, starting with the longest. 1. 6th October Bridge (Egypt) - 20.5 km The 6th October Bridge in Cairo stands as the longest b…

…roster parity. Teams that exceed this limit face severe, multi-layered restrictions on trades, free agency, and draft assets.According to Dolan's edict, the Knicks would not be able to keep Robinson and Shamet.Per ESPN, the Knicks "were just $200,000 under the second apron this past season." ESPN's Bobby Marks confirme…

…found the majority disapprove of his handling of inflation, the economy and tariffs and trade (the poll of 2,512 U.S. adults has a margin of error of 1.95).May 3Only 37% of American adults approved of Trump's job performance in a new Washington Post-ABC News-Ipsos poll conducted between April 24-28 (a survey of 2,560 a…