Business News of Thursday, 30 January 2020Source: primenewsghana.comNigeria to announce reopening of its border on FridayThe blockade has had a ripple effect on trade in the West African sub-regionThe Nigerian government is expected to announce the reopening of its border with Benin after months of closure. The Ghana Union of Traders Association (GUTA) in reaction said they are looking forward to the opening of the Nigerian border for trade activities to return to normalcy. The blockade has had a ripple effect on trade in the West African sub-region; compelling some to use alternative routes for their exports. GUTA General Secretary, Alpha Shaban said a reopening will come as a huge relief for traders in the sub-region. This comes after several attempts by other West African countries to get them to open the border failed.

Source: GhanaWeb January 30, 2020 14:03 UTC