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Nigeria, Ghana sign Maritime Cooperation MoU
By Godwin Oritse The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) and the Ghana Maritime Authority (GMA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen bilateral maritime cooperation, enhance regional maritime governance and promote the sustainable development of the Blue Economy in West Africa. Speaking at the signing ceremony in Lagos, NIMASA Director-General, Dr. [] The post Nigeria, Ghana sign Maritime Cooperation MoU appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Voice of Nigeria
· Jul 6, 2026
Nigeria, Ghana Deepen Blue Economy Cooperation
Nigeria and Ghana have strengthened bilateral maritime relations with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at enhancing maritime safety, security, institutional capacity and sustainable Blue Economy development across West Africa. The agreement was signed between the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency,NIMASA, and the Ghana Maritime Authority in Lagos as part of efforts [] The post Nigeria, Ghana Deepen Blue Economy Cooperation appeared first on Voice of Nigeria.
MyJoyOnline
· Jul 2, 2026
Ghana Exim Bank joins UN Global Compact to deepen commitment to sustainable finance and responsible business
The Ghana Export-Import Bank (Ghana Exim Bank) has officially joined the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), becoming part of the world's largest corporate sustainability initiative in a move that reinforces its commitment to responsible banking, sustainable finance and ethical corporate governance.
Sada Elbalad
· Jul 12, 2026
Afreximbank, IBDL Sign Strategic Partnership to Develop Africa's Next Generation of Trade Leaders
The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) and IBDL Learning Group have signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening Africa's human capital by equipping professionals, entrepreneurs, businesses, and public institutions with the skills needed to accelerate trade, industrialization, and economic transformation across the continent.
Vanguard News
· Jul 5, 2026
Customs, Afreximbank deepen partnership to boost cross-border trade
By Godwin Oritse ABUJA — The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation aimed at promoting seamless cross-border trade and accelerating the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). The renewed commitment was highlighted during a working visit by the President and Chairman [] The post Customs, Afreximbank deepen partnership to boost cross-border trade appeared first on Vanguard News.
Daily News Egypt
· Jul 12, 2026
Afreximbank, IBDL Learning Group partner to strengthen Africa’s trade skills, professional education
The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with IBDL Learning Group to develop training and professional education programmes aimed at strengthening trade-related skills, building institutional capacity, and supporting economic transformation across Africa. The agreement was signed at Afreximbank’s headquarters in Cairo by Stephen Kauma, Managing Director of Human Resources at [] The post Afreximbank, IBDL Learning Group partner to strengthen Africa’s trade skills, professional education first appeared on Dailynewsegypt.
Daily Post Nigeria
· Jun 29, 2026
Bank customers detail implications of two Nigerian banks merger
President of the Bank Customers’ Association of Nigeria, Uju Ogunbunka, has detailed the implications of the merger of two Nigerian financial institutions, Providus and Unity Banks. This comes as the two banks, on Sunday in a statement, announced a new name, ProvidusUnity Bank. Reacting, the president of the Bank Customers’ Association of Nigeria, Dr. Uju Ogunbunka, in [] Bank customers detail implications of two Nigerian banks merger
Dateline Nigeria
· Jun 30, 2026
FRSC, NITT sign deal on transport training, research and road safety
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) and the Nigerian Institute of Transport Technology (NITT), Zaria, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on advanced training, capacity development, research and innovation. The agreement, executed by the Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed, and the Director General of NITT, Dr. Bayero Farah, marks the beginning of a partnership designed The post FRSC, NITT sign deal on transport training, research and road safety appeared first on Dateline Nigeria.
Ghanaian Times
· Jun 23, 2026
Ghana best placed to drive inter-regional trade — Bagbin
The Speaker of Parliament, Mr Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin says Ghana is strategically positioned to become a major trade and investment hub linking Africa, the Euro-Mediterranean region and the Gulf States. He attributed the country’s advantage to its stable political environment, strategic coastal location and improving transport and port infrastructure, which he said make Ghana The post Ghana best placed to drive inter-regional trade — Bagbin appeared first on Ghanaian Times.
Africa Intelligence
· Jun 30, 2026
Nigeria : Emirati defence giant Edge ties up $300m deal with Abuja
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TechCabal
· Jun 25, 2026
👨🏿🚀TechCabal Daily – Monzo goes Nigerian
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YNaija
· Jun 30, 2026
Top 5 Stories Of The Day | FEC Approves NYSC Reforms, New Uniform and Civilian Leadership
Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. FEC approves NYSC reforms, new uniform and civilian leadership The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved wide-ranging reforms for the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), including a new uniform, a civilian leadership structure, and skills-based... Read More Read » Top 5 Stories Of The Day | FEC Approves NYSC Reforms, New Uniform and Civilian Leadership on YNaija
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Related coverage for "Nigeria, Ghana sign Maritime Cooperation MoU": Voice of Nigeria — Nigeria, Ghana Deepen Blue Economy Cooperation. MyJoyOnline — Ghana Exim Bank joins UN Global Compact to deepen commitment to sustainable finance and responsible business. Sada Elbalad — Afreximbank, IBDL Sign Strategic Partnership to Develop Africa's Next Generation of Trade Leaders. Vanguard News — Customs, Afreximbank deepen partnership to boost cross-border trade. Daily News Egypt — Afreximbank, IBDL Learning Group partner to strengthen Africa’s trade skills, professional education. Daily Post Nigeria — Bank customers detail implications of two Nigerian banks merger. Dateline Nigeria — FRSC, NITT sign deal on transport training, research and road safety. Ghanaian Times — Ghana best placed to drive inter-regional trade — Bagbin. Africa Intelligence — Nigeria : Emirati defence giant Edge ties up $300m deal with Abuja. TechCabal — 👨🏿🚀TechCabal Daily – Monzo goes Nigerian. YNaija — Top 5 Stories Of The Day | FEC Approves NYSC Reforms, New Uniform and Civilian Leadership


