Moove Exits Nigeria, Gives Drivers ₦35bn in Cars
Moove is leaving Nigeria after six years, transferring vehicles worth ₦35 billion to eligible drivers with no further payments from October 2026, following Uber's exit.
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SMEDAN N50,000 Grant Portal Reopens for Nano Businesses
SMEDAN has reopened its Conditional Grant Scheme portal for Nigerian nano businesses to apply for a ₦50,000 non-repayable grant. Beneficiaries must employ one person, and applicants are advised to verify intake dates directly with SMEDAN.
Mike Adenuga at 73: Glo Founder's Legacy of Never Settling
Mike Adenuga turns 73 as Globacom's 'Never Settle for Less' campaign mirrors his resilience, from a revoked GSM licence to building a telecom empire.
BOI Launches MyBOI Portal for Online Business Loan Applications
The Bank of Industry has launched MyBOI, a digital portal enabling Nigerian businesses to apply for conventional and non-interest loans online, with full application tracking.
FG Empowers 700 Oyo Youths With AI, Fashion Skills Under NPRGS
FG completes 10-day NPRGS training in Oyo, empowering 700 youths with AI, fashion, and digital skills, plus starter kits, to tackle poverty.
Moove Shuts Down Nigerian Operations After Uber Exit
Moove, Uber-backed mobility firm, ends Nigerian operations on October 8, 2026, transferring N35 billion vehicles to eligible customers, one month after Uber's exit.
Piggyvest, Mikano Launch N2m Cashback Car Savings Plan
Piggyvest partners Mikano Motors to let Nigerians save for new cars over 3-12 months, with N2m cashback for early buyers. Vehicles start at N20m.
Giorgina Uzcategui Badell: CEO and Founder of Future & Energy
Giorgina Uzcategui Badell, Venezuelan CEO and founder of Future & Energy, raises two kids in Madrid after divorce from UFC champ Ilia Topuria.
Ndidi launches DIIDS underwear brand for men and women
Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi launched DIIDS, a lifestyle brand offering underwear and everyday essentials, unveiled in Lagos on August 31, 2026.
Dangote Refinery Opens 24 Job Vacancies Across Key Departments
Dangote Refinery announces 24 job vacancies across procurement, logistics, technology, and sustainability at its DPRP site. Requirements vary by role; apply via the official careers platform.
inDrive commits ₦132m to driver reward campaign in Lagos and Abuja
inDrive launches a ₦132 million driver reward campaign in Lagos and Abuja, offering two cars, school fees, smartphones and more to eligible drivers.
Lagos Fashion Career Fair to Connect 500 Workers With 100 Firms
Lagos 2026 Fashion Career Fair will connect over 500 fashion workers with 100+ businesses on October 22-23, featuring virtual workshops, speed interviews, and career clinics.
How to Apply for BOI Loan Online: Requirements and Steps
Nigerian businesses can now apply for BOI loans online via the MyBOI Portal. This guide covers requirements, steps, and documents needed for a successful application.
Dangote Foundation Gives Students 10 Free Shares in Refinery IPO
Nigerian students aged 18+ can get 10 free Dangote Refinery shares by subscribing to at least 10 IPO shares at N525 each before October 13, 2026.
BOI launches MyBOI portal for easier loan access
The Bank of Industry launched MyBOI, a digital portal for Nigerian businesses to apply for loans, onboard, and track applications online, targeting faster processing.
OPay, FG Name 10 Finalists for ₦18m Innovation Challenge
OPay, Google, and the FG's 3MTT programme have named 10 finalist teams for the National Innovation Challenge, with ₦18 million in prizes and internship opportunities at stake.
PeoplePulse Africa: Solving SME HR Challenges with Technology
PeoplePulse Africa, founded by Adetoun Adele-Muraina and Adetola Abolarinwa, launches an HR platform to help Nigerian SMEs transition from manual processes to structured people management.
Dangote's grandson chooses KPMG or PwC before joining family business
Aliko Dangote says his grandson, an electrical engineer, wants finance experience at KPMG or PwC before joining Dangote Group. He also discussed succession planning in Nairobi.
FG Opens Applications for Skills-to-Jobs Programme for 300,000
The Federal Government launched the Skills-to-Jobs Initiative to train 300,000 young Nigerians and create 240,000 jobs, with applications open via idice.ng.
FG launches Skills-to-Jobs initiative targeting 300,000 youths
The Federal Government has launched the iDICE Skills-to-Jobs Initiative, targeting 300,000 young Nigerians across all six geopolitical zones, with at least 80% employment linkage.
FG Launches NPRDS Training in Oyo, Targets 5 Million Out of Poverty
FG begins NPRDS training in Ibadan, Oyo state, targeting 5 million Nigerians out of poverty in four years, with 200 trainees and 500 devices.
Options Financial Services Launches Car-for-Cash Loan at 4.5% Interest
Options Financial Services launches Car-for-Cash, allowing vehicle owners to access loans at 4.5% interest without surrendering their cars. Valuation and documentation required.
Nigerian SMEs Trapped in Costly Digital Loan Debt Cycle
Nigerian small business owners turn to digital lenders for quick cash, but high interest rates and aggressive repayment terms trap them in a cycle of debt, a new report reveals.
Adenuga: From Taxi Driver to Billionaire, Says Lagos Official
Dave Agboola, Lagos Assembly Speaker's spokesman, details how Mike Adenuga built Globacom and Conoil, reshaping Nigeria's telecoms, oil, banking, and more.
CREDICORP Offers Discounted CNG Tricycle Loans to Nigerian Youths
CREDICORP and Sub-city Project Global Consult distribute CNG tricycles to Nigerian youths via discounted instalment loans in Adamawa, boosting jobs and clean mobility.
OPay's Social Impact: Education, Skills, and Opportunities
OPay invests ₦1.2 billion in scholarships, skills training, and women's empowerment, impacting over 15,300 Nigerians through education and opportunity programs.
Dangote to Help 2 Million Women Buy Refinery Shares
Aliko Dangote announced a plan to help up to 2 million vulnerable Nigerian women acquire Dangote Refinery IPO shares, partnering with state governments to identify beneficiaries and donate additional shares.
France Sets €30,000 Minimum Investment for Foreign Business Founders
France requires foreign entrepreneurs to invest at least €30,000 and hold a master's degree or five years' experience to start a company in the country.
France Publishes Passeport Talent Business Owner Conditions
France has published conditions for foreigners to own businesses under the Passeport Talent scheme, requiring a €30,000 investment and a master's degree or five years' experience.
TASUED Student’s Toast Business Goes Viral
A TASUED final-year student’s roadside toast and sandwich stand, filmed on TikTok, has gone viral, sparking conversations on youth unemployment and student entrepreneurship in Nigeria.
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