Victoria Island, Lagos will host over 5,500 professionals and 250 global brands at the 12th Propak West Africa exhibition and conference from September 9 to 11, organised by Afrocet Montgomery. The opening day features the Propak Summit themed "Sha… Read on blog or Reader SMALL BUSINESS INSIGHTS Read on blog or Reader Propak West Africa 2025 to spotlight packaging, plastics SME growth By Enitan Ajebukola Ajewumi on September 5, 2025 Victoria Island, Lagos will host over 5,500 professionals and 250 global brands at the 12th Propak West Africa exhibition and conference from September 9 to 11, organised by Afrocet Montgomery. The opening day features the Propak Summit themed "Shaping the Future of Packaging," where industry leaders from MAN, BUA Foods, Guinness, UAC Foods, and PZ Wilmar will share insights on innovation, efficiency, and sustainability in manufacturing and packaging. Read also, Propak West Africa 2025 to spotlight packaging, plastics SME growth Poland, Nigeria to host first economic forum in Lagos Senate, SIBAN push legal framework to boost blockchain SMEs US supports Nigeria with aid amid worsening hunger crisis ZSF Backs women-led SMEs at entrepreneurship awards Day two, powered by KPMG, will address data management for sustainable packaging, focusing on circular economy models, recycling, and life-cycle data systems. Speakers include Lagos State's Commissioner for Economic Planning and Budget, Coca-Cola executives, Co-Creation Hub, and Scrapays. For SMEs in packaging, plastics, and food processing, the event presents opportunities to connect with investors, adopt new technologies, and explore partnerships that can improve competitiveness and expand market reach.

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Poland and Nigeria will hold their maiden economic forum on September 11, 2025, at Eko Hotel & Suites, Lagos, to boost trade and investment between both countries. Organised by the Polish Investment and Trade Agency with the Polish Embassy in Abu… Read on blog or Reader SMALL BUSINESS INSIGHTS Read on blog or Reader Poland, Nigeria to host first economic forum in Lagos By Enitan Ajebukola Ajewumi on September 5, 2025 Poland and Nigeria will hold their maiden economic forum on September 11, 2025, at Eko Hotel & Suites, Lagos, to boost trade and investment between both countries. Organised by the Polish Investment and Trade Agency with the Polish Embassy in Abuja, the forum will feature over 15 Polish firms showcasing solutions in IT, cybersecurity, energy, infrastructure, housing, oil & gas, and medical equipment. Read also, Poland, Nigeria to host first economic forum in Lagos Senate, SIBAN push legal framework to boost blockchain SMEs US supports Nigeria with aid amid worsening hunger crisis ZSF Backs women-led SMEs at entrepreneurship awards NITDA, Kaspersky partner to boost cybersecurity for SMEs, Nation With the participation of Poland's Export Credit Agency (KUKE) and Development Bank (BGK), the event will provide SMEs and investors with access to financing, technology, and business-to-business partnerships. Officials say the forum will create a platform for Nigerian entrepreneurs to tap into Polish expertise, expand market opportunities, and drive sustainable SME growth across key sectors.

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Nigeria is moving closer to formalising its digital economy as the Senate partners with the Stakeholders in Blockchain Association of Nigeria (SIBAN) to draft a legal framework for cryptocurrency and blockchain operations. At an interactive session w… Read on blog or Reader SMALL BUSINESS INSIGHTS Read on blog or Reader Senate, SIBAN push legal framework to boost blockchain SMEs By Enitan Ajebukola Ajewumi on September 5, 2025 Nigeria is moving closer to formalising its digital economy as the Senate partners with the Stakeholders in Blockchain Association of Nigeria (SIBAN) to draft a legal framework for cryptocurrency and blockchain operations. At an interactive session with the Senate Committee on Capital Market, SIBAN President Obinna Iwuno noted that Nigeria ranks second globally and first in Africa for crypto adoption, with blockchain transactions worth $59 billion. He stressed that clear regulations would unlock more opportunities for startups, SMEs, and investors in the sector. Read also, Senate, SIBAN push legal framework to boost blockchain SMEs US supports Nigeria with aid amid worsening hunger crisis ZSF Backs women-led SMEs at entrepreneurship awards NITDA, Kaspersky partner to boost cybersecurity for SMEs, Nation APPLY NOW: Growth Marketer Committee Chairman, Senator Osita Izunaso, assured stakeholders of the Senate's commitment to policies that enhance blockchain innovation, investor protection, and market growth. Other lawmakers echoed support for legislation that would give legitimacy to digital asset activities. The move is expected to create a safer environment for blockchain-driven SMEs, open new channels for fundraising, and strengthen Nigeria's role as Africa's hub for digital finance and innovation.

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