Dangote Named Grand Patron of Global Entrepreneurship Festival
Aliko Dangote, President of Dangote Group, has been named Grand Patron of the Global Entrepreneurship Festival (GEF), with the 2026 edition set for Egypt in November.
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Jim Ovia remains my mentor — Intelfigura CEO, Bukky Latunji
Bukky Latunji, CEO of Intelfigura and former Zenith Bank GM, reflects on 27 years at the bank, crediting founder Jim Ovia as a key mentor and detailing the values that built Zenith's culture of excellence.
MTN Foundation, BOI Offer N5m Financing to Women Entrepreneurs
MTN Foundation and BOI launch Y'ellopreneur 3.0, offering up to N5m equipment financing to 200 women entrepreneurs after six weeks of training.
Dangote opens up on textile investment mistake costing billions
Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, says investing billions in Nigeria's textile industry was his biggest business mistake due to imported textiles and weak local protection.
Dangote Slams Rich Africans' Private Jet Lifestyle, Urges Investment
Africa's richest man, Aliko Dangote, criticizes wealthy Africans for prioritizing private jets over factories, urging productive investments to industrialize the continent.
Coachli builds infrastructure for Africa's creator economy
Coachli has facilitated over ₦1 billion in payouts to more than 23,000 creators across Africa, providing an all-in-one platform for coaches, freelancers, and digital product sellers.
Dangote's Net Worth Hits $51.3 Billion, Highest Ever
Forbes ranks Aliko Dangote as the world's 36th richest person with a net worth of $51.3 billion, his highest ever, as his refinery's IPO attracts massive subscriptions.
Chowdeck CEO: Riders Earn N100,000 Weekly, Top Performers More
Chowdeck CEO Femi Aluko reveals riders earn an average of N100,000 weekly, or N400,000 monthly before expenses, with top performers earning more.
Chowdeck CEO: Riders Earn N100,000 Weekly, Some More Than Doctors
Chowdeck CEO Femi Aluko says average riders earn at least N100,000 weekly, with top performers earning more, sometimes exceeding doctors' pay.
WIM-Africa urges women miners to use MANSA for finance, trade
WIM-Africa urges women miners to leverage Afreximbank's MANSA platform for formalisation, finance access, and regional trade expansion during a capacity-building webinar.
Dangote Explains 10-Share Minimum for Refinery IPO
Dangote Refinery's IPO minimum subscription is 10 shares at N5,250, aimed at broad Nigerian participation. Economist Rewane projects GDP could rise to $600 billion by 2030.
Nigerian Phone-Charging Shop Owner Goes Viral Over NEPA Prayers
A Nigerian phone-charging shop owner's viral TikTok video argues his prayers about NEPA differ from ordinary Nigerians, highlighting how his business thrives on the country's chronic power outages.
10 FG Funding Programmes for Nigerians in 2026
Financial expert Osas Igho lists 10 Federal Government funding programmes for Nigerians in 2026, including NELFUND, BOI loans, SMEDAN grants, and NYIF, to help scale businesses.
50 Nigerian Founders to Share N320m in FG-Backed iDICE Funding
Fifty Nigerian founders will receive N285 million in non-dilutive funding under the FG-backed iDICE Founders Lab Cohort 1, with top performers getting extra N42.75 million.
Access Bank Opens Womenpreneur Pitch-a-Ton Applications
Access Bank opens applications for the 8th Womenpreneur Pitch-a-Ton, targeting 120 women entrepreneurs with training and $200,000 in grants.
ProTaxi Enters Nigeria's E-Hailing Market on October 1
PromiseLand Innovations launches ProTaxi on October 1, 2026, entering Nigeria's e-hailing market with electric vehicles, flexible driver schedules, and safety features.
Ecobank, Verve Launch N20m InnovateX 2026 Youth Challenge
Ecobank Nigeria and Verve have launched InnovateX 2026, a youth empowerment challenge with N20 million in prizes for Nigerians aged 16–25, offering mentorship, resources, and networking.
FG Opens N50m Student Venture Capital Grant Applications
The Federal Government opens applications for the second Student Venture Capital Grant cohort, offering up to N50m each to 50 student-led STEM businesses, with a roadshow across nine institutions until September 30, 2026.
AIG Jimoh: Entrepreneurship Now Survival for Retiring Military Officers
AIG Olohundare Jimoh told NAFRC graduates in Lagos that entrepreneurship is no longer optional but a survival necessity for retiring military officers.
UAE Lists 9 Business Activities Foreigners Cannot Fully Own
The UAE has published nine business categories where foreign nationals cannot hold full ownership, including defence, telecoms, banks, Hajj services, Quran institutes, and pearl catching.
Uber Exit: 6 Delivery Alternatives for Nigerian SMEs
Uber has shut down its ride-hailing and Uber Send services in Nigeria, but SMEs have several local delivery alternatives. Here are six options to consider for last-mile logistics.
Akwa Ibom Gov: I Made ₦10m Monthly From Akara, Bread Before Politics
Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno revealed he earned at least ₦10 million monthly from his akara and bread business before entering politics, disclosing this at a state prayer service.
Gov Umo Eno: Akara Burger Business Earned Me N10m Monthly
Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno revealed he once earned at least N10 million monthly from an Akara burger and coffee shop, supporting First Lady Oluremi Tinubu's advice on low-capital businesses.
Amstel Malta Empowers Women at Abia August Meeting 2026
At the 2026 Abia State August Meeting, Amstel Malta awarded business grants to five women, partnered with Zaron cosmetics, and celebrated women's community roles with government officials present.
Medical Student Restarts Food Business After MB Exam Score
A Nigerian medical student, @AkpanEdet, restarted his food business after scoring 69 in his second MB exam, missing a distinction. His viral tweet sparked reactions online.
Tinubu Govt Launches Hire from Nigeria for 1 Million Jobs
The Federal Government launched the 'Hire from Nigeria' campaign in Abuja on Monday, targeting one million export-linked jobs for Nigerians by promoting local talent globally.
Nigerian Solar Expert Teaches Building Generators for Profit
A Nigerian solar expert on TikTok revealed how anyone can build solar generators with lithium batteries and sell electricity to villages, citing costs and the 2027 subsidy removal.
Jigawa First Lady Empowers Widows With Sewing, Grinding Machines
Jigawa First Lady Dr Amina Umar Namadi distributed sewing and grinding machines to widows in Garki LGA on August 22, 2026, as part of a state-backed empowerment programme to boost grassroots economic independence.
Heirs Holdings Opens Graduate Trainee Applications for 2026 Cohort
Heirs Holdings opens applications for its 2026 Heirs Academy Graduate Trainee Programme. Eligible candidates need a 2:2 degree, NYSC completion, and must be 27 or younger. Deadline: September 4, 2026.
FG Opens iDICE 30,000 Job Training Programme for Youths
The Federal Government has opened applications for the iDICE Skills Training to Jobs Programme 2026, offering 30,000 free training slots in digital and creative skills for Nigerian youths.
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