As part of its drive to meet the 2025 IGR target of N120 billion, the Abia State Government has begun a comprehensive state-wide enumeration and automation exercise. The initiative, currently focused on urban centres, aims to capture detailed data o… Read on blog or Reader SMALL BUSINESS INSIGHTS Read on blog or Reader Abia begins statewide enumeration drive, eyes N120bn IGR By Busola Bamidele on May 9, 2025 As part of its drive to meet the 2025 IGR target of N120 billion, the Abia State Government has begun a comprehensive state-wide enumeration and automation exercise. The initiative, currently focused on urban centres, aims to capture detailed data on buildings, businesses, residents, and commercial activities for better tax administration. Commissioner for Information, Prince Okey Kanu, said the exercise would create a central Revenue Data Bank, ensure fair taxation, and expand access to public services. "We're unlocking every viable revenue source to meet the growing needs of Ndi Abia," he said. Read also: Abia begins statewide enumeration drive, eyes N120bn IGR FCT seeks access to natural resources fund to drive agriculture, tourism If you were given N1,000,000 today, what part of your business would you invest in first? Apply for Nigeria's 2025 creative fund and secure over $100,000 in support APPLY NOW: Sales Representative In partnership with Access Bank, the project will integrate with the Abia State Social Identification Number (ABSSIN) to build a robust database that supports revenue forecasting and equitable taxation. Finance Commissioner, Mr. Uwaoma Ukandu, and ABIRS Chairman, Prof. Udochukwu Ogbonna, also stressed the importance of the exercise, noting its relevance to security, planning, and sustainable development. The initiative forms part of Governor Alex Otti's broader economic reforms, which focus on transparency, inclusive growth, and data-driven governance.

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If a small business owner received a sudden injection of N1,000,000, where would the money go first? This question sparked a wave of insightful responses from entrepreneurs, revealing the areas they believe need urgent investment from equipment upgr… Read on blog or Reader SMALL BUSINESS INSIGHTS Read on blog or Reader If you were given N1,000,000 today, what part of your business would you invest in first? By Busola Bamidele on May 9, 2025 If a small business owner received a sudden injection of N1,000,000, where would the money go first? This question sparked a wave of insightful responses from entrepreneurs, revealing the areas they believe need urgent investment from equipment upgrades to marketing and inventory expansion. Click the video below:

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The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) administration has formally applied to access the Natural Resources Development Fund (NRDF) to support a range of strategic projects aimed at enhancing socio-economic development in Abuja. The request was presente… Read on blog or Reader SMALL BUSINESS INSIGHTS Read on blog or Reader FCT seeks access to natural resources fund to drive agriculture, tourism By Abimbola Akomolafe on May 9, 2025 The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) administration has formally applied to access the Natural Resources Development Fund (NRDF) to support a range of strategic projects aimed at enhancing socio-economic development in Abuja. The request was presented by a delegation led by Michael Ango, Acting Chairman of the FCT-Internal Revenue Service (FCT-IRS), during a session with the Fiscal Efficiency and Budget Committee of the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC). Representing FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, Ango highlighted proposed initiatives in agriculture, solid minerals, and tourism. These projects, he noted, align with the federal government's Renewed Hope Agenda, focusing on economic diversification and sustainable growth. Read also, FCT seeks access to natural resources fund to drive agriculture, tourism If you were given N1,000,000 today, what part of your business would you invest in first? Apply for Nigeria's 2025 creative fund and secure over $100,000 in support APPLY NOW: Sales Representative APPLY NOW: Senior DevOps Engineer Ambassador Desmond Akawor, Chair of the committee, explained that the 1.68% NRDF was created under the Revenue Allocation Act to support diversification projects. For approval, the FCT must undergo a rigorous review process involving a formal presentation, site inspection, and final endorsement by the President. Proposed FCT projects include dam rehabilitation for irrigation, solar-powered farming systems, agricultural equipment support for smallholders, improved storage and market access, upgrades to livestock markets, and investment in tourism and mining. Ango assured that the funds, if granted, would be used transparently and effectively.The request follows a formal application from Minister Wike and is now subject to RMAFC's evaluation and presidential approval.

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