By Busola Bamidele The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Remi Tinubu's Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI), in partnership with the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), has concluded the 2025 edition of its Women in ICT Training—an … Read on blog or Reader SMALL BUSINESS INSIGHTS Read on blog or Reader First Lady's ICT training opens digital pathways for women entrepreneurs By Busola Bamidele on November 21, 2025 By Busola Bamidele The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Remi Tinubu's Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI), in partnership with the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), has concluded the 2025 edition of its Women in ICT Training—an initiative designed to equip women with practical digital skills needed to participate competitively in Nigeria's evolving tech economy. NITDA announced the development on its official X handle, noting that the programme continues to expand opportunities for women across multiple states. The training, which began in 2023, has grown into a nationwide capacity-building platform targeting women seeking digital literacy, tech-enabled business skills, and entry points into ICT careers. Read also: Oil slump offers cost relief for SMEs First Lady's ICT training opens digital pathways for women entrepreneurs Ogun nears completion of road, easing access for local businesses Shettima backs new investments, says reforms will protect agribusiness expansion APPLY NOW: Business Development Manager At the closing ceremony, hundreds of participants expressed how the programme has boosted their confidence and opened new income prospects, especially for small business owners looking to adopt technology in their operations. For many of the beneficiaries, the initiative marks a turning point—bridging digital gaps, improving employability, and helping women entrepreneurs plug into Nigeria's fast-growing digital sector.

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The Ogun State Government says reconstruction of the Stadium Junction–Luba Road in Ijebu-Ode has hit over 92% completion, raising hopes for smoother movement and improved business activity across the corridor. Most major works including drainage ch… Read on blog or Reader SMALL BUSINESS INSIGHTS Read on blog or Reader Ogun nears completion of road, easing access for local businesses By Busola Bamidele on November 21, 2025 The Ogun State Government says reconstruction of the Stadium Junction–Luba Road in Ijebu-Ode has hit over 92% completion, raising hopes for smoother movement and improved business activity across the corridor. Most major works including drainage channels, culverts, earthworks, and road base layers have been completed, while asphalt laying is at an advanced stage with only a few sections left. Read also: Ogun nears completion of road, easing access for local businesses Shettima backs new investments, says reforms will protect agribusiness expansion APPLY NOW: Business Development Manager Women leaders drive MSME support push at national conference PINL empowers 2,000 women along trans Niger pipeline Contractors are currently finalising the remaining drainage lines and preparing for the last round of asphalt, road finishing, and lane marking before handover. The state government described the project as a key infrastructure upgrade designed to ease mobility in Ijebu-Ode, support SME operations, and boost socio-economic activity across Ogun East. It added that the Dapo Abiodun–led administration remains committed to delivering durable roads that directly impact business growth and community development.

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By Busola Bamidele Vice President Kashim Shettima has commended Export Trading Group (ETG) for its multi-million-dollar investment drive in Nigeria's agricultural sector, describing the renewed expansion as a strong boost to the country's agro-va… Read on blog or Reader SMALL BUSINESS INSIGHTS Read on blog or Reader Shettima backs new investments, says reforms will protect agribusiness expansion By Busola Bamidele on November 21, 2025 By Busola Bamidele Vice President Kashim Shettima has commended Export Trading Group (ETG) for its multi-million-dollar investment drive in Nigeria's agricultural sector, describing the renewed expansion as a strong boost to the country's agro-value chain. Receiving ETG's delegation led by Global Chief Operating Officer, Niren Murugan, at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Thursday, the Vice President said the administration's ongoing reforms under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will safeguard and accelerate private-sector investments. He noted that ETG's interests spanning agro-logistics, fertiliser systems, seed production, and industrial processing align directly with the Renewed Hope Agenda, particularly in strengthening food systems and supporting small businesses in the agriculture sector. Read also: Shettima backs new investments, says reforms will protect agribusiness expansion APPLY NOW: Business Development Manager Women leaders drive MSME support push at national conference PINL empowers 2,000 women along trans Niger pipeline Lagos empowers creative MSMEs at entertainment week Africa "You have been here since 2010, but this new commitment to play a more active role in Nigeria's agricultural value chain is timely. This is where the action is," Shettima said, highlighting Nigeria's large population and abundant resources as key advantages. He further praised ETG's planned Centres of Excellence and interventions in seed development, oil processing, fertiliser blending, and extension services initiatives expected to create opportunities for smallholder farmers and agripreneurs nationwide.

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