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Call for Enhanced Support for Youth and Disabled Individuals in Ogun State
Stakeholders at the 2026 International Youth Day event in Abeokuta advocated for stronger government support and inclusive policies for youth and persons with disabilities.
How Nigerian Startups Can Win a Share of $65,000 via the ECOWAS Startup Awards
ECOWAS has officially opened applications for its 2026 Startup Awards, offering $65,000 in prizes to support innovation across West Africa in sectors like fintech, agritech, and healthcare.
Why Founders Rant X Prioritizes Meaningful Dialogue Over Boardroom Presentations
Founders Rant X is disrupting the traditional conference model by prioritizing honest, high-impact conversations between entrepreneurs over conventional, scripted corporate presentations.
SMEDAN Reopens Application Portal for N50,000 Micro-Business Grant
SMEDAN has reopened its portal for the N50,000 Conditional Grant Scheme, offering non-repayable funding to Nigerian micro-enterprises that commit to hiring at least one new worker.
Defence Minister Honours Mother’s Legacy as an Akara Seller
Nigeria’s Defence Minister, Christopher Musa, reflects on his mother's role as a petty trader to highlight the dignity of hard work amid recent debates over government support for small businesses.
Nigerian Government Empowers 18 Rescued Chibok Girls with Vocational Training
The Federal Government of Nigeria has graduated 18 rescued Chibok girls from a vocational training program, providing each with one million Naira and starter packs to foster entrepreneurship.
Dr. Stanley Uzochukwu: From Street Hawker to Architect of Human Potential
Discover how Dr. Stanley Uzochukwu transformed from an impoverished street hawker into a prominent entrepreneur and philanthropist dedicated to uplifting others through mentorship and sustainable business.
Priscilla’s path to business ownership through PalmPay
A Nigerian woman named Priscilla transformed her financial situation by using a PalmPay POS terminal to earn commissions, eventually funding the opening of her own retail store.
Harvard-educated engineer Yinka Ogunbiyi launches HaloBraid, a robotic hair braiding assistant
Harvard graduate Yinka Ogunbiyi has secured $7 million in funding for HaloBraid, a new robot designed to help professional stylists reduce braiding time and physical strain.
Maintaining financial equality in a relationship despite income disparities
Hannah and Max share their journey of managing a joint household budget, covering how they balanced income inequality, handled a redundancy, and launched a small business together.