The Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) has announced the return of its annual Pitch Competition, offering Nigerian entrepreneurs the chance to win up to ₦20 million in grants, mentorship opportunities, and national exp… Read on blog or Reader SMALL BUSINESS INSIGHTS Read on blog or Reader SMEDAN pitch competition returns with ₦20 million grant for entrepreneurs By Abimbola Akomolafe on October 22, 2025 The Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) has announced the return of its annual Pitch Competition, offering Nigerian entrepreneurs the chance to win up to ₦20 million in grants, mentorship opportunities, and national exposure. Applications open tomorrow, inviting innovative small business owners and startups to showcase their ideas and compete for funding that could scale their ventures. Read also, SMEDAN pitch competition returns with ₦20 million grant for entrepreneurs Tinubu's CNG bus support to boost MSME mobility in Plateau UBEC launches lumina program to empower girls through skills Niger state strengthens MSME recovery efforts after flood disaster Nigerian startups shine at GITEX Dubai as innovation takes global stage SMEDAN says the initiative aims to spotlight creativity, empower MSMEs, and inspire a new generation of entrepreneurs driving Nigeria's growth story.

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President Bola Tinubu has donated Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses to Plateau State to strengthen the state's public transport system and ease mobility for small business operators. The initiative is part of the Federal Government's clean energ… Read on blog or Reader SMALL BUSINESS INSIGHTS Read on blog or Reader Tinubu's CNG bus support to boost MSME mobility in Plateau By Abimbola Akomolafe on October 21, 2025 President Bola Tinubu has donated Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses to Plateau State to strengthen the state's public transport system and ease mobility for small business operators. The initiative is part of the Federal Government's clean energy and transport reform agenda aimed at reducing business costs, improving logistics, and enhancing productivity for MSMEs that rely on daily transport. Read also, Tinubu's CNG bus support to boost MSME mobility in Plateau UBEC launches lumina program to empower girls through skills Niger state strengthens MSME recovery efforts after flood disaster Nigerian startups shine at GITEX Dubai as innovation takes global stage Imo launches university of innovation to power digital entrepreneurship By promoting affordable, eco-friendly mobility, the CNG buses are expected to stimulate local commerce and support inclusive economic growth across Plateau State.

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The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) has taken a major step toward inclusive learning with the integration of the Lumina Program, a nationwide initiative aimed at improving access to quality education for underserved girls and women. Durin… Read on blog or Reader SMALL BUSINESS INSIGHTS Read on blog or Reader UBEC launches lumina program to empower girls through skills By Abimbola Akomolafe on October 21, 2025 The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) has taken a major step toward inclusive learning with the integration of the Lumina Program, a nationwide initiative aimed at improving access to quality education for underserved girls and women. During a strategic meeting, UBEC announced new measures including a dedicated budget for alternative education, scholarships, and vocational training designed to empower both girls and their mothers. Read also, UBEC launches lumina program to empower girls through skills Niger state strengthens MSME recovery efforts after flood disaster Nigerian startups shine at GITEX Dubai as innovation takes global stage Imo launches university of innovation to power digital entrepreneurship Investors gain N611bn as industrial stocks lift NGX market By embedding Lumina into its operational framework, UBEC is ensuring the program's sustainability and ownership at community level particularly in rural and economically challenged areas. The initiative, in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Education and development partners, is expected to open learning opportunities for over one million girls, promoting social inclusion and long-term economic growth through education.

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