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The year 2024 was marked by multifaceted challenges that tested the resilience of organised businesses. Global shocks and domestic policy dynamics, shaped by ongoing reforms, significantly influenced the economy and disrupted businesses’ projections.
31 Dec
The NECA’s Network of Entrepreneurial Women (NNEW), in collaboration with FCMB Sheventures Mentoring Programme, an initiative of First City Monument Bank (FCMB), has trained 215 women entrepreneurs, equipping them with the skills needed to thrive in business.
27 Dec
Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA) has lamented demands on businesses operating in Lagos by Lagos State Water Regulatory Commission (LASWARCO) over self-generated water.
9 Dec
Following the appreciation in the naira exchange rate over the weekend, Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA) has urged the Federal Government to sustain and improve naira appreciation over the weekend, saying it is the desire of the private sector.
28 Nov
Nestlé Nigeria has emerged as the winner of the Nigeria Employers' Consultative Association (NECA) Excellence Award in the Food and Beverages (Food)
25 Nov
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has restated the state's commitment to creating an enabling environment for businesses to thrive in the state. The governor pledged that through strategic investments in infrastructure..
1 Nov
The Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA) has called on the Federal Government to increase the current N75 billion intervention fund to businesses to ensure credits are substantial enough to trigger increased activities among beneficiary small and medium enterprises (SMEs).
24 Oct
Director General of Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA), Adewale Smatt-Oyerinde, has emphasised the need for employers in Nigeria to embrace responsible business conduct in their operations to grow locally and in the international market.
28 Sep
The Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA) has commended the Federal Government for its ongoing efforts to address regulatory bottlenecks as part of efforts to create a more conducive environment for businesses in the country.
20 Sep
The International Monetary Fund (IMF), in a recent research, stated that the work-from-home revolution was creating a positive feedback loop that is powering productivity and economic growth across economies.
19 Sep
Following the landmark agreement between the Federal Government and the Dangote refineries on the sale of PMS to NNPC Limited, the Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA) commended this landmark agreement as this could signal the end of petrol scarcity and also lead to reduced pressure on FOREX demand. Speaking in Lagos, the Director-General of NECA,…
18 Sep
The crude oil deal between the Federal Government and Dangote Refineries will end the perennial petrol scarcity and reduce pressure on Nigeria’s foreign reserve, the Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA) has said.
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