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Cross River Clears 500 for SME Loans at 5% Interest

Cross River State approves 500 entrepreneurs for SMEDAN-Sterling Bank loans at 5% interest rate. Governor Otu's initiative aims to boost small businesses and economic growth across the state.

98% of Nigerian Workers Exempt from Income Tax

Nigeria's new tax reforms will exempt 98% of workers from personal income tax starting January 2026. Learn how SMEs and low-income earners benefit from VAT exemptions and other incentives.

BOI Unveils Business Clinic to Save Nigerian MSMEs

Bank of Industry launches structured Business Clinic model to address MSME survival crisis. Only 20% of Nigerian businesses survive past 5 years. New program targets 24,000 enterprises by 2027.

$50,000, Free Tablets for SMEs at AfCFTA Summit

Nigerian SMEs can win $50,000 in AWS credits and free tablets at the Mentor Matchup Challenge 7.0 summit in Lagos on Dec 4-5. Learn how to scale your business for AfCFTA markets.

N50m Grants for 8 Young Nigerian Entrepreneurs

Mary Ojulari Foundation empowers eight young Nigerian entrepreneurs with N6.2m grants each after intensive Ignite Bootcamp. Discover how they are building scalable businesses.

N50m Grants Awarded to Young Nigerian Entrepreneurs

Mary Ojulari Foundation empowers eight young Nigerian entrepreneurs with N50 million grants after completing intensive business bootcamp. Discover how these innovators are transforming communities.

Why I Married Five Wives - Kano Yam Seller

Ibrahim Yahaya, a Kano man selling fried yam in Warri, reveals why he married five wives and how Tinubu's economic policies affect his business. Read his survival story.

Alim Abubakre Appointed to BCA Board, Strengthens UK-Africa

Dr Alim Abubakre's appointment to the Business Council for Africa board marks a strategic move to enhance UK-Africa business relations, governance, and leadership development. Discover how this shapes continental prosperity.

D'banj & UN Launch NYPD Initiative with Cash Grants

Nigerian star D'banj partners with the UN to launch the Nigerian Youth Positively Driven (NYPD) initiative. Upload positive stories for a chance to win weekly grants up to ₦1,000,000. Join the movement now!

Zamfara Zakkat Board to Wed 200 Orphans

Zamfara State Zakkat Board prepares mass wedding for 200 orphans on November 23, 2025, plus business grants for women entrepreneurs and debt relief programs across the state.

Tailor's 24-hour dress delivery gets viral praise

A Nigerian tailor delivered a custom dress within 24 hours and received overwhelming praise from her customer via voice note. The customer became the center of attention at an event and received money sprays due to the stunning outfit.

Nigeria Baking Crisis: 80,000 Bakeries Shut Down

Nigeria's baking industry faces collapse as over 80,000 bakeries closed since 2020 due to high production costs, energy crisis, and insecurity. Learn how this affects jobs and bread prices.

Shettima, Elumelu Lead SMEDAN 2025 MSME Conference

Vice President Shettima and Tony Elumelu will headline SMEDAN's 2025 GROW Nigerian Conference in Lagos from November 16-18. Features policy sessions, exhibitions, and ₦20m pitch competition.

New Capital Gains Tax Rules Protect Small Investors

Federal Government clarifies new progressive Capital Gains Tax rates from 0% to 30% starting January 2026. Small investors get exemptions while large corporations face higher rates. Learn how this affects your investments.

NAFDAC Bans Sachet Alcohol in Nigeria

NAFDAC orders a complete ban on alcoholic beverages in sachets and small bottles below 200ml by December 2025 to protect public health, especially minors.

Nigeria probes $4.6bn health grants management

The House of Representatives investigates the management of over $4.6 billion in health grants from Global Fund and USAID received between 2021 and 2025 to ensure transparency and accountability.

Elon Musk Could Become First Trillionaire After Tesla Deal

Tesla shareholders have overwhelmingly approved Elon Musk's record-breaking compensation package worth nearly $1 trillion, potentially making him the world's first trillionaire and signaling strong confidence in Tesla's future growth.

N100,000 Grant for Petty Traders: Apply Now!

Federal Government launches new portal for petty traders to apply for N100,000 grant. Batch C beneficiaries list released. Application process simplified for small business owners across Nigeria.

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