At a business event in Tokyo, India highlighted new opportunities for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) within its expanding partnership with Japan. The event, graced by Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba, underlined the priority both nations place on… Read on blog or Reader SMALL BUSINESS INSIGHTS Read on blog or Reader India, Japan set sights on deeper SME-driven economic cooperation By Abimbola Akomolafe on August 29, 2025 At a business event in Tokyo, India highlighted new opportunities for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) within its expanding partnership with Japan. The event, graced by Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba, underlined the priority both nations place on strengthening bilateral economic ties. Read also, India, Japan set sights on deeper SME-driven economic cooperation SMEs in agriculture urged to adopt data-driven practices NEC unveils development plan, eyes $1 trillion economy Governors back $100bn creative economy drive FG to launch ₦3tn buy Nigeria campaign to boost SMEs Speaking at the gathering, India emphasized replicating past successes in the automobile sector across new growth areas such as batteries, robotics, semiconductors, shipbuilding, nuclear energy, and green energy. The discussions also spotlighted opportunities in next-gen infrastructure, skill development, and tech–talent exchange, where SMEs on both sides can play a pivotal role in driving innovation, sustainability, and stronger people-to-people connections.

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Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Nigeria's agriculture sector have been advised to embrace data-driven and science-based practices to cut losses and boost profitability. At the All Farmers Business Meeting 2.0 in Lagos, experts stressed that … Read on blog or Reader SMALL BUSINESS INSIGHTS Read on blog or Reader SMEs in agriculture urged to adopt data-driven practices By Abimbola Akomolafe on August 29, 2025 Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Nigeria's agriculture sector have been advised to embrace data-driven and science-based practices to cut losses and boost profitability. At the All Farmers Business Meeting 2.0 in Lagos, experts stressed that diagnosis before treatment should become standard practice, warning that guesswork in farming weakens food systems and endangers public health. Read also, SMEs in agriculture urged to adopt data-driven practices NEC unveils development plan, eyes $1 trillion economy Governors back $100bn creative economy drive FG to launch ₦3tn buy Nigeria campaign to boost SMEs Reforms boost eastern ports SMEs gain trade access Lagos State Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Systems, Abisola Olusanya, said facts and figures must drive successful farming decisions. She also raised concerns about the misuse of antibiotics, describing it as a growing threat to both farmers and consumers. Stakeholders urged regulators and policymakers to strengthen support for SMEs, noting that science-based agriculture will lower costs, improve yields, and create stronger agribusinesses nationwide.

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The National Economic Council (NEC) has rolled out the framework for the Renewed Hope Development Plan (2026–2030), a roadmap to push Nigeria toward President Tinubu's $1 trillion economy target. At its 151st meeting, the Council praised the Mini… Read on blog or Reader SMALL BUSINESS INSIGHTS Read on blog or Reader NEC unveils development plan, eyes $1 trillion economy By Abimbola Akomolafe on August 29, 2025 The National Economic Council (NEC) has rolled out the framework for the Renewed Hope Development Plan (2026–2030), a roadmap to push Nigeria toward President Tinubu's $1 trillion economy target. At its 151st meeting, the Council praised the Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning for leading the process and called for full participation from states and private stakeholders to drive inclusive growth. Read also, NEC unveils development plan, eyes $1 trillion economy Governors back $100bn creative economy drive FG to launch ₦3tn buy Nigeria campaign to boost SMEs Reforms boost eastern ports SMEs gain trade access NGX to boost SME growth through Nigeria-Brazil capital ties Vice President Kashim Shettima, who chairs NEC, said the plan builds on existing reforms and ties into the Nigeria Agenda 2050. In other resolutions, NEC urged faster release of funds by the Accountant-General to support the upcoming national polio immunisation campaign.

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