UNDP Nigeria joined the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs plus UN Women Nigeria to open the 16 Days of Activism with a call to tackle rising digital violence targeting women and girls. Stakeholders warned that online abuse is becoming a major constra… Read on blog or Reader SMALL BUSINESS INSIGHTS Read on blog or Reader Digital violence threatens growth of women-led MSMEs By Abimbola Akomolafe on November 26, 2025 UNDP Nigeria joined the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs plus UN Women Nigeria to open the 16 Days of Activism with a call to tackle rising digital violence targeting women and girls. Stakeholders warned that online abuse is becoming a major constraint for women-led MSMEs, especially those operating in e-commerce, digital services, and social-media-based sales. Read also, Digital violence threatens growth of women-led MSMEs NREIF pushes local manufacturing capacity in Jigawa Minister backs local investment to raise manufacturing output FG launches financial literacy programme to boost youth enterprise growth Nigeria, Hungary targets trade growth for SMEs Many rely on online platforms for visibility, customer acquisition, and payments, yet face increasing harassment that disrupts business activity and undermines economic participation. UNDP pledged support for stronger prevention systems, improved policy protection, plus safer digital spaces that allow women entrepreneurs to operate freely, scale their ventures, and contribute to national growth.

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The Nigeria Renewable Energy Innovation Forum (NREIF) has advanced its drive to strengthen domestic manufacturing through a strategic meeting with the Jigawa State Government alongside partners Ecotech Nigeria Limited plus KELM Engineering. The engag… Read on blog or Reader SMALL BUSINESS INSIGHTS Read on blog or Reader NREIF pushes local manufacturing capacity in Jigawa By Abimbola Akomolafe on November 26, 2025 The Nigeria Renewable Energy Innovation Forum (NREIF) has advanced its drive to strengthen domestic manufacturing through a strategic meeting with the Jigawa State Government alongside partners Ecotech Nigeria Limited plus KELM Engineering. The engagement focused on building real local capacity for renewable energy components, a move expected to create jobs, boost technical capability, strengthen supply chains, and support SME participation across the sector. Read also, NREIF pushes local manufacturing capacity in Jigawa Minister backs local investment to raise manufacturing output FG launches financial literacy programme to boost youth enterprise growth Nigeria, Hungary targets trade growth for SMEs Round-the-clock NPA oversight eases Apapa delays, shields SMEs NREIF stated that the Jigawa meeting marks a crucial step toward mobilising financing for large-scale local production, with partners reaffirming their commitment to expanding Nigeria's renewable energy ecosystem. The Forum noted that progress is being achieved through joint effort across states, enabling broader impact for SMEs working within the clean energy value chain.

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Nigeria's Finance Minister and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, met with executives of Folay West African Limited on Tuesday as the company outlined new expansion plans aimed at strengthening domestic manufacturing and boosting the agr… Read on blog or Reader SMALL BUSINESS INSIGHTS Read on blog or Reader Minister backs local investment to raise manufacturing output By Abimbola Akomolafe on November 26, 2025 Nigeria's Finance Minister and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, met with executives of Folay West African Limited on Tuesday as the company outlined new expansion plans aimed at strengthening domestic manufacturing and boosting the agricultural value chain. Folay Industries, a Nigerian-owned FMCG manufacturer based in the Lekki Free Zone, has invested over ₦11 billion in local production, sourcing grains domestically and creating jobs through backward integration. The firm is part of a rising group of indigenous producers replacing imports with competitive made-in-Nigeria goods, supporting MSME suppliers and rural enterprises in the process. Read also, Minister backs local investment to raise manufacturing output FG launches financial literacy programme to boost youth enterprise growth Nigeria, Hungary targets trade growth for SMEs Round-the-clock NPA oversight eases Apapa delays, shields SMEs Students eligible for up to N50m grant through S-VCG Edun commended the progress and reaffirmed the Federal Government's support for private-sector investments that drive industrialisation, deepen supply chains, expand exports, and generate sustainable employment. He noted that companies like Folay Industries demonstrate a shift toward value-added production — a key priority for economic diversification and long-term national growth.

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