At the Nigeria Partner Convening 2025 hosted by the Mastercard Foundation, the Federal Government renewed its commitment to strengthening Nigeria's creative economy as a major driver of youth empowerment and SME growth. During a fireside chat with … Read on blog or Reader SMALL BUSINESS INSIGHTS Read on blog or Reader Creative economy forum spurs new path for youth opportunities By Abimbola Akomolafe on October 16, 2025 At the Nigeria Partner Convening 2025 hosted by the Mastercard Foundation, the Federal Government renewed its commitment to strengthening Nigeria's creative economy as a major driver of youth empowerment and SME growth. During a fireside chat with Georgie Ndirangu, the Minister discussed the findings of the recently released Creative Economy Data Mapping Report and ongoing efforts to build an enabling environment for creative entrepreneurs. Read also, Creative economy forum spurs new path for youth opportunities Interior ministry partners NBA to empower inmates Qatar investment targets skills growth in Nigeria Lagos, EU strengthen partnership for innovation Edo grants teachers' permanent employment, boosts education infrastructure The conversation explored key issues including inter-agency collaboration, intellectual property protection, and infrastructure development all aimed at unlocking new business opportunities for startups and creative MSMEs across the country. The session also highlighted the importance of youth-led innovation, as contributions from young Nigerians provided actionable insights to shape future policies that will power inclusive growth and sustainable creative enterprises.

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A bold step toward justice reform and human capital development is unfolding as the Federal Ministry of Interior joins forces with the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) to transform correctional centres into hubs of rehabilitation and opportunity. Durin… Read on blog or Reader SMALL BUSINESS INSIGHTS Read on blog or Reader Interior ministry partners NBA to empower inmates By Abimbola Akomolafe on October 16, 2025 A bold step toward justice reform and human capital development is unfolding as the Federal Ministry of Interior joins forces with the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) to transform correctional centres into hubs of rehabilitation and opportunity. During an unannounced visit to the Kuje Custodial Centre, the Minister of Interior and NBA President, Afam Josiah Osigwe, SAN, met with officers and inmates to assess living conditions and explore sustainable pathways for reintegration. Read also, Interior ministry partners NBA to empower inmates Qatar investment targets skills growth in Nigeria Lagos, EU strengthen partnership for innovation Edo grants teachers' permanent employment, boosts education infrastructure National quality conference awards 2025 set to spotlight excellence innovation The partnership will see the NBA provide Pro Bono legal services for inmates awaiting trial while developing empowerment programmes that equip ex-inmates with practical skills to rebuild their lives through enterprise and self-employment. The initiative reflects the Renewed Hope agenda's commitment to inclusive growth — one where every reformed citizen can contribute to society's productivity, helping MSMEs grow through skill-driven rehabilitation and justice-driven innovation.

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The National Commission for Almajiri and Out of School Children Education (NCAOOSCE) has engaged with Qatar's Ministry of Education and Higher Education to strengthen skills development and modern learning opportunities for young Nigerians. During … Read on blog or Reader SMALL BUSINESS INSIGHTS Read on blog or Reader Qatar investment targets skills growth in Nigeria By Abimbola Akomolafe on October 16, 2025 The National Commission for Almajiri and Out of School Children Education (NCAOOSCE) has engaged with Qatar's Ministry of Education and Higher Education to strengthen skills development and modern learning opportunities for young Nigerians. During a visit to the Qatar Technical Secondary School for Girls, the Executive Secretary of NCAOOSCE, Dr. Muhammad Sani Idris, commended Qatar's model for integrating innovation, coding, robotics, and cybersecurity into education. Read also, Qatar investment targets skills growth in Nigeria Lagos, EU strengthen partnership for innovation Edo grants teachers' permanent employment, boosts education infrastructure National quality conference awards 2025 set to spotlight excellence innovation Nigeria FAO strengthen partnership to boost smallholder MSMEs The discussions with Her Excellency Lolwah bint Rashid Al Khater, Qatar's Minister of Education and Higher Education, focused on teacher training, reorienting Quranic educators, and developing partnerships with the Qatar Foundation and Qatar Fund for Development to modernize faith-based learning. The collaboration aims to equip Nigerian youth with technical and digital skills essential for entrepreneurship and MSME growth, bridging the gap between education and employability.

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