SMEDAN BRYNE Programme: How 100,000 Young Nigerians Can Access Business Training, Funding and Mentorship 

Adetutu A, The Insights 14 August 2026

SMEDAN is targeting more than 100,000 young Nigerians every year through a new entrepreneurship programme designed to help young people turn business ideas into sustainable enterprises. Known as the Building Resilient Young Nigerian Entrepreneurs Project (BRYNE), the initiative combines

BOI Opens ₦250 Billion Bond to Boost Business Financing in Nigeria — How Your Business Can Benefit 

Adetutu A, The Insights 8 August 2026

The Bank of Industry (BOI) has opened subscriptions for a ₦250 billion Series 1 Fixed Rate Bond, aimed at raising long-term capital to support businesses and projects across Nigeria.  The five-year bond opened on August 5, 2026, and closes on August 11, 2026. According to BOI, proceeds will support sectors including agriculture, food

FG Unveils Tinubu Light Initiative: How 1 million Nigerian MSMEs Can Benefit from Affordable Renewable Energy 

Adetutu A, The Insights 6 August 2026

The Director-General and Chief Executive Officer, NBTI, Dr Kazeem Raji. The Federal Government has launched the Tinubu Light Initiative, a nationwide programme aimed at providing affordable renewable energy to one million Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across Nigeria.  The initiative, unveiled by the National Board for

Happy Woman Match Fund 2026: How Nigerian Women Entrepreneurs Can Access 50% Equipment Financing 

Adetutu A, The Insights 22 July 2026

What is the Happy Woman Match Fund?  The Happy Woman Match Fund is a new financing programme launched by Happy Woman Solutions Limited in partnership with Mayden Microfinance Bank to help women entrepreneurs purchase essential business equipment without paying the full cost upfront.  The initiative is designed to support

Nestlé Nigeria Business Grants: How Young Entrepreneurs Can Benefit from the NESCAFÉ Next Level Initiative

Adetutu A, The Insights 16 July 2026

Photo Credit : NESCAFE Starting and growing a business in Nigeria can be challenging, especially for young entrepreneurs. To support youth-led businesses, Nestlé Nigeria Plc, through its NESCAFÉ brand, has rewarded thousands of Nigerians with cash prizes, business grants, professional equipment, and entrepreneurial training under its NESCAFÉ Next Level

How to Apply for Free CAC Registration Under the FG’s 250,000 MSME Programme (2026 Guide)

Adetutu A, The Insights 14 July 2026

What is the Free CAC Registration Programme?  The Federal Government, through the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) and the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), is offering free Business Name registration to 250,000 eligible Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across Nigeria.  Under

Bankit SME Grant Programme: How Nigerian Small Businesses Can Access Grants and Card Rewards in 2026

Adetutu A, The Insights 10 July 2026

Nigeria’s growing fintech sector has received another boost as Bankit Microfinance Bank unveiled its Bankit SME Grant Programme alongside a nationwide card rewards initiative. The programme is designed to support small businesses, startups, and entrepreneurs with funding, marketing support, and rewards for using digital

Jaiz Bank Set to Launch Collateral-Free Loans for SMEs: What Nigerian Business Owners Need to Know 

Adetutu A, The Insights 25 June 2026

Access to funding remains one of the biggest challenges facing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Nigeria. Many business owners struggle to secure loans because they lack the physical assets required as collateral.  However, Jaiz Bank Plc has announced plans to introduce a collateral-free loan scheme for

UK-Nigeria Launch £15 Million Growth Programme: What It Means for Businesses, Entrepreneurs and Job Seekers

Adetutu A, The Insights 12 June 2026

The United Kingdom and Nigeria have launched a new £15 million UK-Nigeria Growth Programme aimed at attracting investment, supporting economic reforms, and creating more opportunities for businesses and citizens.  The three-year initiative is expected to boost private-sector growth, strengthen Nigeria’s digital economy, support small businesses, and

AMVCA 2026: How BBNaija Queen Mercy Atang Turned a Bread Outfit into a Powerful Business Branding Strategy

Adetutu A, The Insights 16 May 2026

Photo Credit : Queen Mercy Atang’s Instagram Former Big Brother Naija housemate Queen Mercy Atang has become one of the most talked-about personalities from the 12th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards after appearing in a viral bread-inspired outfit that sparked conversations across Nigeria and beyond. What started as a controversial fashion statement