Nigeria has officially confirmed its readiness to host the 2026 Airports Council International (ACI) Africa Regional Conference and Exhibition. The announcement follows a high-level visit to the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, by the ACI Africa
The world is moving rapidly into a fully digital era, with major investments flowing into cloud computing, data centres, artificial intelligence, and edge technologies. As the global economy becomes more data-driven, nations that position themselves early will enjoy faster growth, stronger innovation and better jobs. For Nigeria—Africa’s largest economy and
The Mary Ojulary Foundation has announced that it has disbursed $180,000 to young Nigerian entrepreneurs, aiming to strengthen small businesses and promote sustainable economic opportunities across the country. Supporting Youth, Women, and Children The announcement was made by Mary Ojulary, the Founder, during the award night for the second cohort of the
Photo Credit : Afretrade Afretrade, a digital innovation company, has unveiled a multi-service platform designed to empower 100 million African businesses over the next five years. The platform connects employers to verified talent, boosts trade, and provides professional training for Africans seeking global opportunities. At the launch event in Lagos,
Photo credit:The National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF) The National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF) has partnered with IDH and the Bank of Agriculture (BOA) to support young women and youth in Nigeria’s agricultural sector. The tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed during the Women in Sourcing and Enterprise (WISE) Programme Kick-Off in
Nigeria’s insurance industry closed Q3 2025 on a broadly positive note, as gross insurance revenue rose and investment income strengthened among leading underwriters — even as profitability remained mixed. The gains came despite macroeconomic headwinds, including rising costs and higher claims. Coronation Insurance: Revenue Surge Amid Underwriting Pressures
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has revealed that insecurity and erratic power supply remain the biggest threats to business stability and profitability across the country. According to its October 2025 Business Expectations Survey, insecurity ranked highest at 71.8 points, closely followed by poor power supply (70.9 points) and multiple taxation (70.2 points).
The Jericho Businessmen Club (JBC) has launched the Future-Ready Youth Digital Bootcamp — an initiative designed to equip young people in Ibadan, Oyo State, with essential digital skills to thrive in the global tech economy. The three-day intensive bootcamp, which began on November 12 at the Ibadan Business Hub, introduces 52 selected participants to key […]
Nigeria is at the centre of two major global initiatives that promise real benefits for citizens — a $1 billion World Bank job creation loan and fresh climate investment opportunities under the COP30 framework. Both initiatives have the potential to create jobs, expand businesses, and open doors for Nigerians ready to take advantage of them. […]
Nigeria has taken a bold step towards digital transformation and economic independence with the commissioning of Africa’s largest fibre optic cable factory and the continent’s first fibre-reinforced plastic manufacturing facility. Built by Coleman Technical Industries Limited in Sagamu, Ogun State, this development strengthens Nigeria’s competitiveness under the African

















