SMEs’
18 Sep
The Registrar of the Institute of Entrepreneurs (IOE), Nigeria, Dr Mike Omonbude, has called on the Federal Government to introduce supportive policies and infrastructure to cushion the impact of fluctuating petroleum prices
9 Sep
City Gate Global and Empire Trust Microfinance Bank have expressed their commitment to reshaping the microfinance banking sector, pledging increased support for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and other key sectors of the economy.
8 Sep
The Senate Committee on Local Content has launched free corporate business registration for youths to boost employment opportunities. Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (PDP, Kogi Central), who spearheaded the initiative in Kogi State, also empowered tertiary institution students with multipurpose business carts and announced the free Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) registration for 2,500 Small and Medium Enterprises…
4 Sep
The Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) has cited a paucity of funds as a major challenge in mitigating against its discharge of duties. This is, however, hinged on the constant poor budget provision. The steady challenge has forced many Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) to lose confidence in the agency,…
4 Sep
The Chartered Institute of Directors Nigeria (CIoD) has expressed deep concern over the impact of the recent Federal Government policy, which imposed a 70 per cent windfall tax on profits generated from FX transactions by banks from 2023 to 2025.
4 Sep
The Rivers State Microfinance Agency (RIMA) has disbursed N800 million to 1,387 businesses in the state, as part of a N4 billion loan scheme initiated by Governor Siminalayi Fubara to support small and medium-sized enterprises
2 Sep
Philip Adigwe, a leading marketing strategist, emphasizes the crucial role of data-driven marketing in driving growth and maximizing resources as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) continue to navigate the complexities of today’s competitive market. According to Philip, SMEs must embrace data to make informed decisions that go beyond intuition, ultimately enhancing their ability to capture,…
26 Aug
Mr Ademola Adebayo, an entrepreneur, has called for collaboration of all tiers of government to merge entrepreneurship and vocational skills for the growth of Small and Medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). READ ALSO:SystemSpecs’ John Obaro on leadership, entrepreneurship, and building a lasting legacy at NBCC Sharing Experience Series Adebayo, who is also an educationist, made…
26 Aug
SME Scale Up, a leading initiative aimed at empowering small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Nigeria, recently partnered with First Bank Nigeria to host a two-day workshop designed to ignite organic business growth and help SMEs reach their maximum potential. The workshop, held on August 23rd and 24th, was headlined by Ziad Maalouf, the Managing…
24 Aug
The African Development Bank (AfDB)-supported AfriCircular Innovators Programme has selected 30 Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) to receive financing and technical assistance to scale up circular economy initiatives. The bank in a statement on Saturday, said that this inaugural cohort, drawn from Cote d’Ivoire, Ghana and Rwanda, participated in its online onboarding event on August…
22 Aug
Ecobank Nigeria has stated that it has concluded arrangement to roll out its pop-up marketplace exhibition, known as 'Oja Oge' as part of its initiatives to empower Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Nigeria. According to the bank, the initiative is a pop-up marketplace for fashion, beauty, wellness and lifestyle businesses and entertainment. The bank…
1 Aug
FCMB Group Plc has stated that the N110.9 billion public offer would expand its business activities and boost lending to key sectors, especially agriculture, SMEs, and non-oil exports. According to the bank, these sectors would help the country to achieve sustainable growth and create more jobs for the people. The bank, yesterday, launched its public…
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