DBN Opens ₦8.5M MSME Funding for Anambra Entrepreneurs
Development Bank of Nigeria launches 2026 Entrepreneurship Training Programme offering ₦8.5 million in grants and free business training for Anambra MSMEs. Applications now open.
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Nigerian Founder Transforms African Logistics with LadX
Dominion Paul Ladi's LadX leverages everyday travelers to create affordable cross-border shipping across Africa, addressing high costs and inefficiencies in traditional logistics.
Mark Akhabue: Jendol Supermarket Owner's Inspiring Journey
Discover the remarkable story of Mark Akhabue, Nigerian entrepreneur and philanthropist who built Jendol Supermarket into a diversified business empire through determination and strategic vision.
Graduate Turns N650k Savings into Two Perfume Shops
A young Nigerian graduate's inspiring journey from investing her N650,000 savings into a perfume business to owning two successful branches in Owerri and Benin City within one year.
Laura Ikeji Kanu Appeals to Governor Over Lagos Rent Crisis
Beauty entrepreneur Laura Ikeji Kanu has publicly decried the alarming increase in rental costs in Lagos, warning that many businesses are closing quietly. In a video appeal to Governor Sanwo-Olu, she highlights how annual rents now match former house pur
N2bn Non-Interest Loan for Borno Small Businesses
Rayyan Microfinance Bank has unveiled a N2 billion non-interest intervention package targeting MSMEs in Borno State, with special focus on women entrepreneurs and clean energy projects to revive the local economy.
Achimugu Empowers Women, Donates Oxygen to Abuja Hospital
SAM Empowerment Foundation trains over 100 women and disabled individuals in vocational skills while donating oxygen cylinders and covering medical bills at National Hospital Abuja.
Nigeria's Youngest Billionaires: Fortunes Under 50
Discover Nigeria's youngest billionaires, from tech founders like Iyinoluwa Aboyeji to media giants like Linda Ikeji, with net worths ranging from $1.5 million to $6 billion in 2026.
Trippie App: Shark Tank Rejection to $3.5M Valuation
Trippie airport navigation app was rejected on Shark Tank but grew to cover 120 airports worldwide with $3 million revenue and $3.5 million valuation by 2025.
Nigerian Sisters' Food Business Faces Poor Sales
Two Nigerian sisters who launched a food business together are lamenting poor sales despite significant financial investment, highlighting entrepreneurial challenges.
NYSC, SMEDAN Deepen Youth Empowerment Partnership
The National Youth Service Corps and SMEDAN reaffirm collaboration to enhance entrepreneurship training and funding access for Corps members nationwide.
Ejiogu Named Sun Entrepreneur of the Year 2025
Industrialist High Chief Duru Mike Ejiogu receives the Sun Entrepreneur of the Year award for his transformative leadership and community impact across Nigeria.
CPPE Warns Against Soft Drink Tax, Cites Economic Risks
The Centre for Promotion of Private Enterprise cautions against proposed sugar tax on beverages like Coke and Fanta, warning it could harm manufacturing and jobs without effectively addressing diabetes causes.
Nigerian Teacher Quits Job to Sell Suya in London
A Nigerian man has abandoned his teaching career in the UK to launch a suya business in London, citing financial and personal reasons for this bold career shift.
Scrub Daddy: Shark Tank Sponge Now $1.3B Empire
Scrub Daddy's journey from a Shark Tank pitch to a $1.3 billion cleaning empire. Discover how Aaron Krause and Lori Greiner turned a smiling sponge into a global brand with over 160 products.
Shark Tank's Biggest Successes: Bombas Hits $2 Billion
Discover the 10 most successful Shark Tank products ranked by real revenue. From Bombas' $2 billion empire to Scrub Daddy's cleaning revolution, see which pitches became business giants.
Numilk's Shark Tank Success: From Pitch to $70M Valuation
Discover how Numilk secured a $2 million deal from Mark Cuban on Shark Tank, revolutionizing plant-based milk. The company now boasts a $70M valuation and over $55M in sales. Read the full update.
How Dude Wipes Shark Tank Pitch Became $220M Brand
Dude Wipes turned a Shark Tank pitch into a hygiene empire. See how Mark Cuban's $300k investment led to $220M sales and disrupted the $11B toilet paper market.
Aura Bora's Growth After Shark Tank: $10M Funding, Expansion
Discover what happened to Aura Bora after Shark Tank. The botanical sparkling water brand secured Robert Herjavec's investment, expanded to Walmart & Target, and raised over $10 million. Full story inside.
SPERGO's Shark Tank Success: Teen's $178 Idea Now Worth Millions
Discover how teen founder Trey Brown turned $178 into a multi-million dollar streetwear empire after a game-changing deal with Daymond John on Shark Tank. See SPERGO's incredible growth story.
Poppi: Shark Tank Success to PepsiCo's $1.95bn Buy
Discover how Poppi, the prebiotic soda, went from a Shark Tank pitch to a billion-dollar brand, navigating rapid growth, lawsuits, and a transformative PepsiCo deal. Read the full story.
Hug Sleep Shark Tank Success: $37M Sales Milestone
Discover how Hug Sleep, the adult swaddle brand from Shark Tank, grew into a $37 million wellness powerhouse with Mark Cuban and Lori Greiner's backing. See their 2026 update.
Jerry Eze Unveils $300,000 Grant For Nigerian Youths
Pastor Jerry Eze has announced a $300,000 grant programme for 100 young Nigerian entrepreneurs in agriculture, tech, and manufacturing. Each gets $3,000. Apply now!
Businesswoman Nenye Uzowulu slams critics calling her illiterate
Nigerian entrepreneur Nenye Uzowulu responds to mockery about her lack of formal education by listing her global business achievements. She declares herself a 'productive illiterate' who cannot be shamed.
Jerry Eze Launches $300k Grant for 100 Entrepreneurs
Pastor Jerry Eze announces a $300,000 empowerment grant for 100 young Nigerian entrepreneurs in 2026. Each beneficiary to receive $3,000 for business growth in key sectors. Learn more.
Faith Leaders Call for Ethical Business Revolution in Nigeria
At MRIC 2026, scholars and CEOs urged integrating faith-based ethics into Nigeria's economy, proposing a Federal Ministry of Religious Affairs to oversee ethical commerce.
Ijeoma Orji Appointed ABC Regional Lead for Nigeria
The Atlanta Black Chambers appoints Ijeoma Orji as its Nigeria Regional Lead to boost trade and investment links between Nigerian businesses and the global Black diaspora.
Nwokafor Urges Entrepreneurs to Focus on Grants in 2026
Ezinne Nwokafor urges Nigerian entrepreneurs to target grant funding in 2026, highlighting billions in untapped capital for climate, tech, and women-led ventures. Don't miss out!
Blord's 2-in-1 Charger Claim Sparks Nigerian Debate
Entrepreneur Blord imports a dual-tip fast charger from China, calling it a first-of-its-kind innovation. Nigerians react with mixed reviews, questioning originality.
How Global Exposure Builds Better Leaders in Nigeria
Catherine Uduba explains how international discipline and accountability, not just funding, define strong leadership for Nigerian startups navigating economic pressures. Learn key strategies for survival.
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