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$50m Credit Boost for Northern Nigeria MSMEs

British International Investment and FCMB partner to provide a $50 million credit facility, with 70% targeting MSMEs in Northern Nigeria and 30% for women-owned businesses nationwide. Read more.

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.

ASUU Threatens Nationwide University Shutdown

ASUU warns of a total university shutdown if the Federal Government fails to meet its demands on welfare and funding within a one-month ultimatum. Read the full details.

ASUU rejects FG's proposed salary increment

ASUU's Benin Zone rejects Federal Government's proposed salary increase, calling it insufficient to reverse brain drain in Nigerian universities. Read the full details.

UK-Nigeria Trade Mission Opens in Abuja

A UK-Nigeria trade mission has launched in Abuja to empower women-led businesses and boost non-oil exports. Discover how this initiative creates new opportunities.

Africa Receives Only 2.3% of $2.4trn Clean Energy Funds

Global renewable investment hits $2.4 trillion but sub-Saharan Africa gets only $18 billion, raising concerns about energy transition inequality. Nigeria and oil-dependent economies face urgent need to adapt.

FG Opens N50m Student Venture Grant Portal

Federal Government launches Student Venture Capital Grant offering up to ₦50 million equity-free funding for STEMM students. Apply now for mentorship and business support.

ASUU Rejects FG's Paucity of Funds Claim

ASUU's Bauchi zone refutes Federal Government's claim of insufficient funds for universities, citing increased revenue. CONUA applauds release of third-party deductions while lamenting severe brain drain.

Tinubu Urges Academia to Solve Nigeria's Challenges

President Bola Tinubu calls on Nigerian universities to produce impactful research addressing national issues. FUTA graduates 1030 postgraduates, including first-ever PhDs in Renewable Energy.

₦100m Bursary for 1,000 Ondo South Students

Senator Jimoh Ibrahim empowers 1,000 students in Ondo South with a ₦100 million bursary. Discover the flexible disbursement options and how this initiative supports education. Learn more about the JI Scholars program!

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.

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