entrepreneurship
23 Aug
The Kwara State Government reaffirmed its commitment to the welfare of its workforce during the inaugural Kwara SDGs Convention held on Thursday in Ilorin. The convention, which aligns with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), seeks to provide civil servants with the tools and strategies needed to lead productive lives even after retirement. Deputy…
14 Aug
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has reiterated its commitment to positioning the country as a global leader in technology innovation and entrepreneurship.
12 Aug
Renowned UK-based property and wealth creator, Daniel Moses, has added another accolade to his growing list of achievements. Moses was honoured as the International Business and Property Developer of the Year at the prestigious 100 Most Notable Icons event in Rwanda, where he also served as a keynote speaker. Hailing from Edo State in Nigeria…
27 Jul
Aisha Tella Ochuwa, the Group Managing Director of Aisha Ochuwa Limited, a thriving conglomerate comprising multiple jewellery brands, has urged law students of Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU), Ago Iwoye, Ogun State, to embrace entrepreneurship. Ms Ochuwa, an investment consultant, visited the institution recently at the invitation of the students from the Faculty of Law to…
8 Jun
Human Rights and Empowerment Project (HREP) in collaboration with Ignatius Aguowo Health and Academic Foundation (IGAHAF) has pledged to
20 May
As part of its drive to use entrepreneurship to build human capacity for nation-building, Niaja Youth Entrepreneurship Network (NYEN) is canvassing for the use of entrepreneurial skills as a tool to reduce poverty in the country.
29 Apr
Olaoluwa believes that Nigeria has the largest market in Africa with her youths making giant strides both home and abroad in sectors like; fintech, real estate, creativity and manufacturing. In his opinion, entrepreneurship indeed plays a crucial role in transforming economies, including Nigeria's, especially during challenging times. In the current situation, entrepreneurship can bring about…
18 Apr
In an effort to address the pressing economic issues that 9 out of 10 people have, LIFEPAGE, a leading real estate organization in Lagos, Nigeria dedicated to wealth creation and retention, is set to host the highly anticipated Global Wealth Creation Summit 2024. Scheduled for April 27, 2024, this annual event promises to provide attendees…
12 Apr
The Governor of Enugu State, Peter Ndubuisi Mbah has emphasised the crucial importance of entrepreneurship in advancing both the state and southern Nigeria's economic prosperity.
6 Apr
Aisha Ochuwa-Tella, the Group Managing Director of Aisha Ochuwa Group Limited, has expressed profound gratitude for her daughters, Maisha Isabella Tella and Miriam Jasmine Tella, whom she describes as her best and prized jewels. Despite her success as a renowned jewel merchant and businesswoman, Aisha treasures the gift of motherhood above all else. In an…
4 Apr
Dr. Tunji Olowolafe, the Chancellor of Ekiti State University, Ado-Ekiti, has unveiled a groundbreaking initiative aimed at fostering innovation and entrepreneurship among the university's graduands and students. During the 28th convocation ceremony held on Wednesday, Dr. Olowolafe announced the establishment of a N1 billion Innovative Fund designed to support agro-tech companies founded by the graduating…
1 Apr
The CEO of Pennak Nigeria, Tolulope Adepena, has announced the launch of a business accelerator program aimed at empowering budding entrepreneurs to succeed in today's competitive business landscape. The business accelerator program, set to be a flagship event in the entrepreneurial calendar, will provide participants with a unique opportunity to gain invaluable insights, mentorship, and…
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The Federal Government has launched an ambitious agricultural initiative, "Project Earn From The Soil," targeting over 500,000 smallholder farmers, fisherfolk, agribusinesses, and coastal communities in the South-South region. The project was spearheaded by President Bola Tinubu’s aide on Community Engagement for the South-South region Gift Johnbull. Speaking at the flag-off of the agricultural initiative, which…
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The police in Ado-Ekiti on Tuesday arraigned four men, Umar Lawal, Useni Usman, Abbar Senkikami and Nuru Useni, for allegedly breaking into a house and stealing goods worth N2.6 million. READ ALSO:Oil theft: Troops dismantle 63 bunkering sites, arrest seven suspects The defendants – Lawal,18, Usman, 25, Senkikami, 25, and Useni, 25 – are facing…
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Operatives of the Benin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Sunday, September 8, 2024, arrested 46 suspected internet fraudsters at different locations within Warri, Delta State. They were arrested following credible intelligence on their alleged involvement in internet-related fraud. READ ALSO: EFCC secures conviction of 17 Internet fraudsters in Benin Items…
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It was a task for residents of Abuja to purchase the federal government-approved subsidized rice at N40,000 per 50kg bag to cushion the high prices of the staple. Findings by the Guardian show that there is not much information on points of sale to purchase the staple, even though many residents were eager to buy,…
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Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State on Tuesday reiterated his administration’s support for women's development. READ ALSO:Sanwo Olu, Celebrates Osimhen, Oshoala And Nadozie He gave the assurance at the 24th edition of the Committee of Wives of Lagos State Officials (COWLSO) Women Conference. The two-day event opened on Tuesday on Victoria…
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Controversial street pop star Portable has revealed the reason behind his falling out with Afrobeats superstar Davido. In a recent interview on Echo Room, Portable revealed that Zlatan Ibile played a role in the rift between him and Davido. Earlier this year, Portable met up with Davido in the United States, and the two artistes…
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President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday ordered the immediate evacuation of the people in the areas affected by the flood which wreaked havoc in Maiduguri, Borno State. The flood displaced thousands of residents and affected facilities such as the Post office and the Maiduguri Teaching Hospital in the capital of Borno state. Tinubu also extended condolences…
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Chieftains of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Irele Local Government Area (LGA) of Ondo State have advised the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to bury any thoughts of ruling the state in the next 16 years. While declaring that there is no vacancy in the Alagbaka Government House, the APC leaders claimed that the…
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The people of Khana Local Government Area of Rivers, have expressed joy following the electrification of nine Ogoni communities for the first time in eight years. READ ALSO:Police arrest child trafficking suspect, rescue 16 children in Rivers The communities of Gbam Bonue, Kereken Boue, and Nyorkwiri Boue, among others, had been…
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The Bauchi State Government has reported that properties worth N22.3 billion, 11,000 animals, and 52,000 houses were lost to floods in 16 local government areas (LGAs) of the state. The Commissioner for Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management, Hajara Wanka, while briefing journalists on Monday evening, said that 24 lives were lost and 163 others were…