The Federal Government has announced a three billion dollar redevelopment of the 2044 kilometre Eastern railway corridor from Port Harcourt to Maiduguri. The project is expected to transform regional trade flows and create fresh opportunities for small … Read on blog or Reader SMALL BUSINESS INSIGHTS Read on blog or Reader SMEs to gain from three-billion-dollar eastern rail upgrade By Abimbola Akomolafe on September 30, 2025 The Federal Government has announced a three billion dollar redevelopment of the 2044 kilometre Eastern railway corridor from Port Harcourt to Maiduguri. The project is expected to transform regional trade flows and create fresh opportunities for small and medium enterprises. For years SMEs in states along the corridor have faced high transport costs and unreliable logistics that weakened their competitiveness. The upgrade will restore access to seaports and open faster links to markets across Rivers Abia Enugu Benue Kogi Plateau Bauchi Gombe Yobe and Borno. Manufacturers traders and farmers are set to benefit from reduced haulage costs and improved speed in moving cement steel farm produce and petroleum products. Small scale miners and agribusinesses will gain easier entry to storage hubs and new buyers. Read also, SMEs to gain from three-billion-dollar eastern rail upgrade China completes bond release to support SMEs growth Youth retreat creates openings for SMEs in Nigeria Lagos boxing event boosts SMEs in sports sector Nigeria, AfDB drive SME growth through energy investments The project also promises thousands of direct and indirect jobs during construction and maintenance. Local SMEs in cement supply steel fabrication and mechanical services are expected to secure contracts through procurement and support chains. Government officials say the new rail line will boost economic revival create inclusive growth and ease market access for SMEs. By linking production zones with export gateways the Eastern corridor is being positioned as a driver of enterprise and regional prosperity.

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China's National Development and Reform Commission confirmed the release of the final tranche of ultra long special treasury bonds for 2025. The Ministry of Finance announced that the new round is valued at 69 billion yuan closing the full year alloca… Read on blog or Reader SMALL BUSINESS INSIGHTS Read on blog or Reader China completes bond release to support SMEs growth By Abimbola Akomolafe on September 30, 2025 China's National Development and Reform Commission confirmed the release of the final tranche of ultra long special treasury bonds for 2025. The Ministry of Finance announced that the new round is valued at 69 billion yuan closing the full year allocation of 300 billion yuan. The funds are part of a nationwide program designed to stimulate consumer goods trade ins. By supporting new purchases through structured financing the policy aims to energize production lines and sustain domestic demand. Small and medium enterprises are expected to benefit from the increased circulation of capital in the consumer market. With trade ins boosting turnover manufacturers suppliers and retailers in the SME space gain new revenue streams. Read also, China completes bond release to support SMEs growth Youth retreat creates openings for SMEs in Nigeria Lagos boxing event boosts SMEs in sports sector Nigeria, AfDB drive SME growth through energy investments AfDB, Cameroon seal €136m deal to train youth, support SMEs Analysts say the disbursement will also help strengthen cash flow for businesses already facing tight credit conditions. The program provides indirect relief by driving consumer spending and easing pressure on firms in critical sectors. Industry experts believe the bond program will reinforce the long term role of SMEs in China's economic transformation. With the final tranche released entrepreneurs now look forward to measurable growth in sales expansion and market stability.

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The Federal Ministry of Youth Development has launched a retreat on Presidential Priorities and Deliverables with a strong focus on youth empowerment. The 2025 mid term review opened discussions on how national goals can create real opportunities for yo… Read on blog or Reader SMALL BUSINESS INSIGHTS Read on blog or Reader Youth retreat creates openings for SMEs in Nigeria By Abimbola Akomolafe on September 30, 2025 The Federal Ministry of Youth Development has launched a retreat on Presidential Priorities and Deliverables with a strong focus on youth empowerment. The 2025 mid term review opened discussions on how national goals can create real opportunities for young people across the country. Small and medium enterprises remain a key pillar in this conversation as youth led ventures continue to shape innovation job creation and community growth. Stakeholders at the retreat highlighted the need to unlock funding technical support and mentorship for young entrepreneurs. Experts stressed that empowering youth through enterprise is critical to achieving long term economic stability. By creating a stronger pipeline of sustainable businesses the retreat underscored the role of SMEs in turning policy into measurable impact. Read also, Youth retreat creates openings for SMEs in Nigeria Lagos boxing event boosts SMEs in sports sector 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 The gathering also created a forum for reviewing gaps in past programs and identifying tools to scale youth businesses. From access to credit to skills development the dialogue placed small firms at the heart of the solutions. Business leaders believe the retreat signals a new urgency in Nigeria's growth model. For SMEs the clear message is that youth driven ventures are not just a social investment but a major pathway to national prosperity.

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