The Tony Elumelu Foundation announces a $16 million initiative for 2026, providing grants, training, and mentorship to 3,200 young African entrepreneurs to boost job creation and economic growth.
Shop owners at Ikota Shopping Complex have elected a new Executive Committee and nominated a Board of Trustees to enhance governance and transparency after a period without formal leadership.
Folorunsho Alakija, Africa's richest woman, encourages Nigerian women to embrace persistence and faith to overcome barriers, sharing her journey from modest beginnings to business success at an International Women's Day event.
Lawal Yusuf Obelawo, a pioneering Nigerian entrepreneur and community leader, passed away at 95. His legacy includes founding Africa's first plastic pipe factory and shaping Osun State's creation.
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Stakeholders at a Lagos women's event emphasize building generational wealth through property ownership and disciplined investing, warning against social media-driven spending habits.
The Rotary e-Club of Maryland Ikeja has transformed lives by empowering 52 beneficiaries with vocational equipment worth N10 million, including sewing machines and grinding machines, to combat unemployment and foster self-reliance.
Ogun State's Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment organizes the third MSME Business Clinic on March 24, 2026, offering grants, free CAC registration, and advisory sessions to support small businesses in Abeokuta.
The Tony Elumelu Foundation will announce its 12th entrepreneurship cohort on March 22, 2026, after receiving over 265,000 applications from all 54 African nations, with $16 million in seed capital for 3,200 entrepreneurs.
The Bank of Industry and MTN Nigeria Foundation have unveiled a N1 billion partnership fund to support women-led businesses across Nigeria through the Y’ellopreneur 3.0 programme, providing equipment financing and training for 200 female entrepreneurs.
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Pressdia, Africa's digital PR marketplace, celebrates its first anniversary after helping over 1,000 businesses distribute press releases to 20,000+ media outlets worldwide, enhancing visibility for African companies.
The Tunjii Salami Foundation disbursed nearly N12 million in Ramadan relief across Osun State, providing food packages to vulnerable households and seed capital to 20 entrepreneurs for business development.
The Mastercard Foundation has launched the third cycle of its FAST programme, offering grants up to $15,000, training, and mentorship to young African entrepreneurs, with a focus on inclusivity.
A new policy review identifies key structural challenges hindering Nigeria's MSMEs, including limited finance access, weak infrastructure, and high informality, contributing to business mortality.
The Cheese Chopper, a viral kitchen gadget, thrived after Shark Tank despite no deal. Founder Tate Koenig leveraged exposure to sell online, later securing a deal for another product.
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Consumers nationwide report receiving less gas than paid for due to alleged meter manipulation at LPG retail outlets, raising costs and undermining clean energy adoption efforts.
Esso Exploration and Production Nigeria Limited (EEPNL) has reinforced its commitment to supplier diversity by hosting a targeted engagement session for women-owned businesses in Lagos. The initiative aims to create practical opportunities and strengthen
Ride-hailing drivers in Lagos have started a three-day strike, protesting rising operational costs and low earnings. The action, led by AUATON, affects major platforms like Uber and Bolt.
Juliet Vincent-Obi, founder of Kidpreneur Africa, receives recognition from the Georgia House of Representatives for empowering children with financial literacy and entrepreneurial skills globally.
Women professionals and entrepreneurs call for enhanced digital and financial infrastructure to facilitate seamless cross-border trade across Africa, as highlighted at the Ecobank Ellevate Proposition Programme launch.
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Lagos State intensifies consumer protection efforts to combat unsafe products and digital commerce threats, emphasizing safety and transparency for its 23 million residents.
A Nigerian businesswoman's heartfelt video announcing the closure of her wholesale drinks business has sparked widespread reactions online, with many offering support and sharing similar entrepreneurial experiences.
The Federal Government has launched the iDICE Startup Bridge, offering grants up to N10 million for early-stage startups and $100,000 equity investments for post-MVP ventures. Applications close April 20, 2026.
A Nigerian man who lived in Canada for 11 years has returned to Nigeria permanently, sharing his reasons on TikTok. He highlights business opportunities and electricity issues, sparking reactions from netizens.
The Federal Government has launched the iDICE Startup Bridge program, offering grants up to N10 million ($7,215) and equity investments up to $100,000 for Nigerian entrepreneurs across all states.
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A viral photo shows a Nigerian man wearing a shirt that promotes his wife's fabric business with a scannable code, sparking admiration online for its creative marketing.
A Nigerian product manager earning N350,000 monthly from two remote tech jobs shares her expense breakdown, including N150,000 for relocation savings and N20,000 for miscellaneous costs.
Baobab Microfinance Bank Nigeria has unveiled the Green Finance Project, a training initiative to develop skilled professionals who can provide responsible solar energy advice to households and SMEs in Lagos, addressing rising energy costs and advisory ga
Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State has introduced a youth empowerment blueprint offering grants up to N10 million, digital skills training, and agricultural support to tackle unemployment and foster innovation.
The OCHF Foundation launches a quarterly grant program offering N500,000 each to 10 Nigerian entrepreneurs to overcome capital barriers and scale their businesses effectively.
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Four Nigerians who relocated to the UK have gained attention for launching profitable businesses, including yam sales, suya catering, traditional food vending, and Nigerian clothing retail.
