At the sidelines of UNGA2025, Vice President Kashim Shettima held bilateral talks with Dr. Sidi Ould Tah, President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), on deepening collaboration in Nigeria's economic development agenda. Discussions highlighted… Read on blog or Reader SMALL BUSINESS INSIGHTS Read on blog or Reader Nigeria, AfDB drive SME growth through energy investments By Abimbola Akomolafe on September 30, 2025 At the sidelines of UNGA2025, Vice President Kashim Shettima held bilateral talks with Dr. Sidi Ould Tah, President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), on deepening collaboration in Nigeria's economic development agenda. Discussions highlighted AfDB-supported programmes such as the Energising Education Programme, which deploys solar mini-grids to power universities and learning institutions. By improving access to reliable energy, these projects support research, innovation, and entrepreneurship opportunities for students and SMEs alike. Read also, Nigeria, AfDB drive SME growth through energy investments AfDB, Cameroon seal €136m deal to train youth, support SMEs Sokoto invests in education to build future SME workforce Borno governor backs farmers with food relief, cash support Tinubu commissions projects to boost SMEs in Imo The meeting also focused on wider investments in human capital development, aimed at building a workforce equipped with digital and technical skills to boost productivity and enterprise creation. Both parties agreed that strengthening access to clean energy and skills training will be critical in supporting small businesses, accelerating industrialisation, and positioning Nigeria for a knowledge-driven economy.

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