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.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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Women in Kano State have launched Mata Zalla, a female-only tricycle transport service offering lower fares, enhanced safety, and employment opportunities for women drivers in the conservative region.
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BBA Motors has inaugurated its flagship showroom in Lagos, marking the Nigerian debut of the Zeekr 9X luxury SUV with the first nationwide vehicle delivery. The event featured high-profile attendees and highlighted the company's expansion in the automotiv
United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc will host a special Women's Month edition of its UBA Business Series on March 12, 2026, focusing on empowering modern women with the theme 'gen w - The Evolved Woman.' The event features accomplished female leaders sharing
Adeneki Isi Adeeko, founder of The Whisky Mistress, emphasizes the need for practical actions and stronger legal frameworks to protect Nigerian women and girls on International Women's Day 2026.
The Jerry Eze Foundation has launched its Business Grant Program, offering up to $300,000 in funding, mentorship, and business development support to eligible entrepreneurs and small business owners.
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Business experts reveal that proactive Q1 hiring gives companies a competitive edge, allowing them to secure top talent before the mid-year rush and align with annual strategic goals.
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Ovation publisher Dele Momodu disclosed losing over $500,000 on a restaurant in Accra, Ghana, due to customs delays and business missteps, highlighting risks in diversification.
A Nigerian female student has cried out on social media after investing her school fees and life savings into a roadside noodle stand, begging for customers to prevent dropping out.
Aliko Dangote announces strategic diversification into steel manufacturing, electricity generation, and port development to boost Africa's industrialisation and create jobs.
A young woman in Onitsha is devastated after her newly opened shop at Main Market was demolished overnight, allegedly by officials linked to Governor Soludo, destroying all her goods.
Plus Incubation Hub launches the Plus Factor Grant Program, offering non-dilutive funding up to N1 million for Nigerian entrepreneurs. Applications open until March 15, 2026.
The Traders Fair 2026 is set to take place in Lagos, bringing together Nigeria's retail trading and fintech community for innovation, market intelligence, and collaboration in April 2026.
Nigerian entrepreneurs can apply for the SIA Startup Foundry's third cohort, offering $10,000 grants, business bootcamps, mentorship, and investor exposure. Applications close March 13, 2026.
Traders at Onitsha Main Market have urged Governor Charles Soludo to consider building extension markets instead of demolishing 10,000 shops, warning of increased insecurity and economic harm.
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Sir Chijioke Nwachukwu, owner of LIV Restaurant in Lagos, has commissioned a modern chapel in Imo State and been appointed Deputy Coordinator of the 'Relax Tinubu is Fixing Nigeria' initiative, marking his rise as a socio-political figure.
A Nigerian food vendor's first day in business ended in heartbreak as she cooked 21 plates of rice but made no sales, sparking viral reactions and support on TikTok.
The Petty Traders Grant Support Programme has opened applications for 2026, offering grants of N10,000 to N100,000 to eligible Nigerian entrepreneurs. Learn how to apply before the March 31 deadline.
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Ondo State government announces plans to transform into a leading industrial hub through the 2026 Investment Summit, leveraging natural resources and diaspora investments under the 'OUR EASE' agenda.