The Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA) has unveiled a transformative initiative, the 1 Billion Economic Trees Planting Campaign, aimed at restoring degraded land, creating jobs, and strengthening Nige… Read on blog or Reader SMALL BUSINESS INSIGHTS Read on blog or Reader NACCIMA launches 1billion economic trees campaign to drive $1trillion economy vision By Busola Bamidele on August 21, 2025 The Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA) has unveiled a transformative initiative, the 1 Billion Economic Trees Planting Campaign, aimed at restoring degraded land, creating jobs, and strengthening Nigeria's green economy. Speaking at the launch, NACCIMA President and Chairman of the Organised Private Sector of Nigeria (OPSN), Engr. Jani Ibrahim, said the campaign would generate food, industrial raw materials, and sustainable livelihoods, while directly contributing to Nigeria's $1 trillion economy vision. Read also: NACCIMA launches 1billion economic trees campaign to drive $1trillion economy vision Economic reforms attract $20m investment, boosting SMEs, jobs – Finance Minister Loan, grant schemes key to driving export growth – NEPC Nigeria pushes zero-reject policy to boost agribusiness exports FG raises 2025 GDP growth target to 5% as PepsiCo expands investment He stressed that the initiative will actively involve youth, women, MSMEs, and local communities, while partnering with Ministries, Departments, Agencies, development partners, and the private sector. The effort, he added, will complement the government's Great Green Wall project. Engr. Ibrahim urged Nigerians, especially the private sector and civil society, to support the drive toward a greener, wealthier, and more sustainable future.

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Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has said that recent economic reforms are beginning to yield results, citing PepsiCo's $20 million investment in a new snacks facility in Lagos as proof of growing investor confidence in Nig… Read on blog or Reader SMALL BUSINESS INSIGHTS Read on blog or Reader Economic reforms attract $20m investment, boosting SMEs, jobs – Finance Minister By Busola Bamidele on August 21, 2025 Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has said that recent economic reforms are beginning to yield results, citing PepsiCo's $20 million investment in a new snacks facility in Lagos as proof of growing investor confidence in Nigeria. Edun explained that tough measures such as fuel subsidy removal, foreign exchange unification, and market-driven pricing have stabilized the economy, restored transparency, and saved revenues equal to 5% of GDP. These funds, he said, are now being redirected to critical sectors including infrastructure, healthcare, and education, creating a stronger base for small businesses to thrive. Read also: Economic reforms attract $20m investment, boosting SMEs, jobs – Finance Minister Loan, grant schemes key to driving export growth – NEPC Nigeria pushes zero-reject policy to boost agribusiness exports FG raises 2025 GDP growth target to 5% as PepsiCo expands investment Katsina boosts MSMEs with market access, finance, industrial centres "With GDP projected to grow by 5%, the pillars of our reforms—diversification, industrialisation, and job creation—are opening opportunities for entrepreneurs and SMEs," Edun stated. He added that investments like PepsiCo's new facility will not only create direct jobs but also stimulate demand for local raw materials, logistics, packaging, and services, providing significant opportunities for Nigeria's growing SME sector.

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The Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) has described loan and grant facilities provided by the Federal Government as essential tools for boosting Nigeria's export trade.The council noted that such interventions can help businesses expand into gl… Read on blog or Reader SMALL BUSINESS INSIGHTS Read on blog or Reader Loan, grant schemes key to driving export growth – NEPC By Busola Bamidele on August 21, 2025 The Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) has described loan and grant facilities provided by the Federal Government as essential tools for boosting Nigeria's export trade. The council noted that such interventions can help businesses expand into global markets, but emphasized that exporters must apply them wisely to achieve the desired impact. An exporter, however, shared his frustration over repeated losses caused by poor handling and preservation of goods, particularly at warehouses and during airline management. Read also: Loan, grant schemes key to driving export growth – NEPC Nigeria pushes zero-reject policy to boost agribusiness exports FG raises 2025 GDP growth target to 5% as PepsiCo expands investment Katsina boosts MSMEs with market access, finance, industrial centres FG launches free financial literacy training for 100,000 youths yearly He stressed that while government support is commendable, improvements in logistics and infrastructure are urgently needed to safeguard investments and sustain Nigeria's export drive.

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