Tag: #NigeriaBusiness
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NICA URGES NIGERIAN BUSINESSES TO BUILD CREDIT-READY CULTURE
The National Institute of Credit Administration (NICA) has urged Nigerian businesses to become more credit-ready and creditworthy to improve their access to funding in the emerging liberal economy. NICA Registrar and CEO, Prof. Chris Onalo, said credit was increasingly becoming a key driver of business growth, with access to funding depending more on a company’s…
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AERMP LAUNCHES WEEKLY PUBLICATION FOR RISK PROFESSIONALS
The Association of Enterprise Risk Management Professionals (AERMP) has launched a weekly publication, CRO Compass, to provide Chief Risk Officers (CROs) and senior risk professionals with timely information on emerging risks, regulatory developments and industry trends. AERMP Director-General and Chief Executive Officer, Olayinka Odutola, unveiled the publication during the association’s virtual knowledge-sharing session, “The CRO…
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NIA UNVEILS FIVE-YEAR PLAN TO BOOST INSURANCE UPTAKE IN NIGERIA
The Nigerian Insurers Association (NIA) has unveiled a five-year strategy aimed at increasing insurance penetration and strengthening public confidence in Nigeria’s insurance industry. The NIA Chairman, Mrs Ebelechukwu Nwachukwu, said the strategy would be implemented through an Awareness, Capacity Building and Enforcement (ACE) agenda designed to move the industry from potential to stronger performance. Under…
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SPE CALLS FOR STRONGER COLLABORATION TO DRIVE NIGERIA’S ENERGY FUTURE
The Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) has called for stronger collaboration, innovation and resilience among government, regulators and industry stakeholders to position Nigeria for sustainable growth in the changing global energy landscape. Speaking at the 49th Nigeria Annual International Conference and Exhibition (NAICE 2026) in Lagos, SPE Nigeria Council Chairman, Mr Francis Nwaochei, said Nigeria’s…
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JIGAWA LAUNCHES DIGITAL TAX PLATFORM, TARGETS HIGHER REVENUE FROM INFORMAL SECTOR
Jigawa State has taken another step toward modernising its tax system with the launch of a digital platform designed to improve revenue collection from the informal sector. The new platform, introduced by the Jigawa Internal Revenue Service (JIRS), will automate tax collection for activities including livestock trading, grain markets and haulage operations. Officials say the…
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STERLING BANK, STARTIMES LAUNCH SOLAR FINANCING HUBS, TARGET ₦2Bn CLEAN ENERGY FUNDING BY 2026
Sterling Bank and StarTimes Nigeria have launched a new initiative aimed at making solar energy more affordable and accessible for Nigerians. The partners unveiled Sterling Solar Financing Hubs at StarTimes retail outlets, where customers can select solar products, receive financing guidance and begin the loan application process. The organisations are targeting ₦2 billion in renewable…
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JIGAWA COURTS INVESTORS, SHOWCASE OPPORTUNITIES IN AGRICULTURE, ENERGY AND MANUFACTURING AT J-INVEST 2026
Jigawa State is intensifying efforts to attract new investments and drive economic growth, with Governor Umar Namadi calling for stronger partnerships at the Second Jigawa State Economic and Investment Summit, J-INVEST 2026, held in Dutse. Speaking at the summit, Namadi said the event was designed to move beyond discussions and create practical investment opportunities. He…
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COLOMBIAN ENVOY URGES NIGERIAN ENTREPRENEURS TO TAP AfCFTA OPPORTUNITIES FOR GLOBAL GROWTH
Young Nigerian entrepreneurs have been encouraged to take advantage of opportunities under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) to expand their businesses and compete in international markets. Speaking at the Trade Commissioners Summit 2.0 in Abuja, Colombian Honorary Consul to Nigeria, Mrs. Maricel Romero, urged entrepreneurs involved in foreign trade to identify products unique…
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FROM ₦3,000 START-UP TO ₦450,000 MONTHLY: KADUNA FOOD VENDOR SHARES ENTREPRENEURSHIP JOURNEY
A Kaduna-based street food vendor, Maryam Ibrahim, says she now earns an average of ₦450,000 monthly from selling Dan Wake, a popular local bean dumpling delicacy. Speaking with NAN, the 37-year-old entrepreneur said she started the business in 2021 with just ₦3,000, selling only Dan Wake before expanding her menu to include beans, spaghetti and…
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LAGOS CAN’T MEET GROWING COCONUT DEMAND, SAYS FORMER LASCODA BOSS
Coconut demand in Lagos is growing faster than local production, according to former Lagos State Coconut Development Authority (LASCODA) Managing Director, Dapo Olakulehin. Speaking in Lagos, Olakulehin said increased awareness of the health benefits of coconut products has boosted consumption and processing activities across Nigeria. He noted that although Lagos now produces about 290,000 metric…
