Nigeria reacts to Trump’s tariffs, avoids retaliation

The Nigerian government has avoided retaliation on the 14 per cent tariffs imposed on the country’s exports by US President Donald Trump. Instead, Nigeria said it would approach the World Trade Organisation (WTO) for a beneficial solution to all parties.

“In response to the recent tariff announcements, Nigeria remains actively engaged in consultations with U.S. counterparts and the WTO, approaching evolving trade dynamics with pragmatism and a commitment to mutually beneficial…