Co-founder of IJM, Oluwamayowa Adeogun; Talent and Client Success Manager at InnoPower Africa, Victor Williams Ikenna; Founder of Techeconomy, Peter Oluka; Head of Employability Unit at Lagos Innovates, Mathieu Michel; Head of Startups at Lagos Innovates, Olanike Aladeojebi; and Founder of
Bankit SME Grant Programme: How Nigerian Small Businesses Can Access Grants and Card Rewards in 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
The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has announced a new nationwide initiative to register 3,500 small businesses for free across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). This move is aimed at helping small business owners reduce start-up costs and join the formal economy. What the Free CAC Registration Means The free
INTELS Nigeria Limited has reaffirmed its commitment to women’s economic empowerment by graduating 62 women from its 2025 Women Empowerment Project Scheme, Synergy (WEPSS). The graduation took place at the Rosa Volpi Women Development Centre within the Federal Lighter Terminal at the Onne Oil and Gas Free Zone, Rivers State. Launched
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
Tie women 2025 program – Theinsightsng The TiE Women Program 2025 is open for women entrepreneurs looking for funding and mentorship. This program provides cash prizes, mentorship, and networking opportunities to help businesses grow. Women who own or co-own businesses can apply for a chance to win up to $50,000 in cash prizes. If you […]
Federal Government Grant – ARDnig The Nigerian government has introduced the Presidential Intervention Fund, allocating N200 billion to support small businesses from July to August 2024. Eligible businesses include existing ones operating for at least a year and registered startups. This program allocates N200 billion to help foster the growth and development of














