UAE introduces four new visit visas and revises entry permit rules
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has unveiled significant updates to its visa and residency framework, launching new visit visa categories and revising entry permit rules to attract global talent, strengthen tourism, and support key sectors such as technology and entertainment.…
Customs unveils One-Stop-Shop to cut cargo clearance time to 48 Hours
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has launched a One-Stop-Shop (OSS) initiative designed to slash cargo clearance timelines from 21 days to 48 hours. NCS spokesperson, Dr. Abdullahi Maiwada, announced the development in Abuja on Sunday, noting that the reform was…
Customs waives 4% FOB Levy for Manufacturers, Airlines, and Healthcare Sector
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has granted strategic exemptions from the 4% Free-on-Board (FOB) levy to key economic players, including members of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), commercial airline operators, healthcare goods importers, and government projects holding Import Duty…
FAAN rolls out cashless payment system at Nigerian Airports
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), in collaboration with Paystack, has launched Operation Go Cashless, a new cashless and contactless payment system across Nigerian airports, beginning with Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, and Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja. Effective…
Apapa Customs to Scan 200 containers per hour with new fixed scanners
The Apapa Customs Command has announced plans to scan up to 200 containers per hour following the installation of fixed scanners at the port. Comptroller Oluwadare Oshoba, Customs Area Controller, said three scanners are being positioned at the quayside to…
FG suspends 4% FOB implementation on imported goods
The Federal Ministry of Finance has ordered the immediate suspension of the 4 per cent Free on Board (FOB) levy on imported goods, citing concerns over its potential impact on trade and economic stability. The suspension, issued in Circular No.…
Burkina Faso removes Visa fees for African travellers
Burkina Faso has announced the removal of visa fees for all African nationals as part of efforts to boost mobility and trade across the continent. “From now on, any African citizen travelling to Burkina Faso will not be required to…
NPA deploys Electronic Barrier Systems to tackle truck diversions at Lagos ports
The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has rolled out Electronic Barrier Systems (EBS) across all terminals in Lagos ports as part of efforts to curb unauthorised truck diversions and enhance operational efficiency. The system, which went live on September 1, is…
Over 60 containers fall from ship at Long Beach Port, USA
A major container collapse occurred Tuesday morning at Pier G in the Port of Long Beach when approximately 67 containers toppled from the Portugal-flagged MV Mississippi. The incident, which began around 9 a.m., sent many containers into the harbor and…
Nigeria Customs approves Duty-Free Imports under $300 effective September 8
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) will begin implementing a new De Minimis policy on Monday, 8 September 2025, allowing duty-free clearance of imported goods valued at $300 or less. Announced in a statement signed by Dr. Abdullahi Maiwada, Assistant Comptroller…