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₦2M Grants Disbursed to Emerging Entrepreneurs in Lagos

The Carol & Prince Arheghan Foundation has disbursed ₦2 million in grants to four young entrepreneurs at its 2025 Business Summit in Lagos. The initiative aims to boost grassroots business development and youth empowerment in Nigeria.

Nigeria Expands SIYB Training to Fight Unemployment

Nigeria's Labour Ministry and the ILO have certified over 25 new SIYB trainers to boost entrepreneurship and tackle unemployment, informality, and underemployment, especially among youth and women.

RSU Students Told: Be Innovators, Not Govt Job Seekers

At Rivers State University's convocation lecture, students were charged to adopt an entrepreneurial mindset. Dumo Lulu-Briggs & Dr. Daere Akobo urged graduates to build scalable solutions for society's needs.

Podcast Lays Bare the Unfiltered Reality of Nigerian Startups

Lara Rawa and Eka Obaigbena share raw stories of building Lagos Cocktail Week and Biscuit & Co. on the Youth Empowered Podcast. Learn key lessons on persistence, quality, and smart reinvestment for Nigerian entrepreneurs. Watch the full episode now.

Foundation Advocates Digital Skills for Women, Youths

The Nkata Ndi Inyom Igbo Foundation highlights digital literacy and funding as key to empowering women and youth in tech and agribusiness. Experts call for action to meet Nigeria's 70% digital literacy target by 2027.

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.

NACETEM Plans Tech Training for 1 Million Nigerians

NACETEM unveils a 5-year plan to equip 1 million Nigerians with tech, innovation, and entrepreneurship skills. This initiative aims to boost national competitiveness and create a skilled workforce for a knowledge-driven economy. Learn more about this tran

NACETEM Plans Tech Training for 1 Million Nigerians

NACETEM unveils a 5-year plan to equip 1 million Nigerians with tech, innovation, and entrepreneurship skills. This initiative aims to boost national competitiveness and create income opportunities.

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.

EU Opens Women's Digital Innovation Hub in Kano

European Union launches Women Venture Studio in Kano to empower female digital entrepreneurs through skills training, market access and circular fashion initiatives. Join the movement!

Global Women Leaders Set Agenda at GEF 2025

Global Entrepreneurship Festival 2025 positions women at forefront of power, policy and AI transformation. Join the movement shaping Africa's future leadership.

Aig-Imoukhuedes Appointed King's Trust Africa Co-chairs

Leading Nigerian couple Aigboje and Ofovwe Aig-Imoukhuede appointed co-chairs of King's Trust International Africa Advisory Board. Discover how they'll empower African youth through education and entrepreneurship opportunities.

Louis Awode Foundation Launches for Youth, Education

Nigerian entrepreneur Louis Awode launches the Louis Awode Foundation, a global initiative focused on education, youth entrepreneurship, and community development. Discover how it aims to transform lives.

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