Business creation in Nigeria has continued to drop in the last three years, according to a new report by FATE Foundation, a private-sector led non-profit organisation. The 2024 State of …
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Private Sector Backs Lagos Hosting of Intra-African Trade Fair 2027
The Organised Private Sector (OPS) has expressed strong support for Nigeria’s successful bid to host the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF) 2027 in Lagos, saying it will boost trade, empower local …
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Propak West Africa Set to Open 12th Edition in Lagos with Focus on Innovation and Local Manufacturing
Propak West Africa has announced that its 12th edition will hold next week at the Landmark Centre, Lagos, bringing together industry leaders, manufacturers, and innovators to showcase new solutions in …
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eTranzact, EDC Launch Report to Boost AI Adoption Among Nigerian SMEs
eTranzact International Plc has teamed up with the Enterprise Development Centre (EDC) of Pan-Atlantic University to release a groundbreaking report titled Artificial Intelligence Readiness of Nigerian SMEs. The study aims …
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Fidelity Bank Launches Free Digital Empowerment Programme for 100 Nigerian SMEs
by Joy Radarrby Joy Radarrdelity Bank Plc has launched a new digital empowerment programme to support 100 small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) across Nigeria. The programme, known as the Fidelity SME Empowerment Programme (FSEP), …
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Wema Bank Launches N2m Grant for Women Entrepreneurs Ahead of SheCan 6.0 Conference
Wema Bank has announced a N2 million business grant targeted at empowering women entrepreneurs in Nigeria. The grant will be issued through its women-focused platform, SARA by Wema, in collaboration …
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Lifemate MD Decries Forex, Inflation Challenges as Firm Celebrates 19th Anniversary
The Managing Director of Lifemate Furniture, Mr Liu Lihua, has expressed deep concern over the persistent fluctuations in Nigeria’s foreign exchange market and the rising rate of inflation, saying both …
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Keystone Bank Wins ‘Most Friendly SME Bank of the Year 2024’ at Champion Newspapers Awards.
Keystone Bank Limited has added another feather to its cap after emerging as the “Most Friendly SME Bank of the Year 2024” at the Champion Newspapers Annual Awards, held over …
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Itel Solar Energy Opens First Nigerian Hub at Alaba Market, Targets Affordable Power for Homes, Businesses
Itel Solar Energy has launched its first official sales and service hub in Nigeria, setting up shop at the popular Alaba International Market in Lagos. The company said the move …