The Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN), in partnership with the Better Life Program for the African Rural Woman led by Aisha Babangida, has trained 100 female entrepreneurs in Minna, Niger State. The three-day capacit… Read on blog or Reader SMALL BUSINESS INSIGHTS Read on blog or Reader SMEDAN empowers rural women entrepreneurs in Niger State By Abimbola Akomolafe on October 24, 2025 The Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN), in partnership with the Better Life Program for the African Rural Woman led by Aisha Babangida, has trained 100 female entrepreneurs in Minna, Niger State. The three-day capacity building programme aimed to equip rural women with essential business skills, financial literacy, and mentorship opportunities to enhance their ventures. Read also, SMEDAN empowers rural women entrepreneurs in Niger State Reps move to boost SME financing, protect bank customers FG invests 5% of education budget to grow SME skills FG expands irrigation to boost strengthen MSME agribusiness MSME leaders advocate value-driven entrepreneurship among Nigerian youth Unlike their urban counterparts, many rural women entrepreneurs face limited access to finance, training, and market linkages. The initiative seeks to bridge this gap by providing guidance, resources, and workforce support needed for sustainable business growth.

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