Katsina Expands Women Empowerment Programme to All 34 LGAs: Here’s How Women Can Benefit 

Adetutu A, The Insights 24 July 2026

Governor of Katsina State, Dikko Umaru Radda, while interacting with beneficiaries of the programme in Daura on Thursday. Photo: X | Dikko Radda The Katsina Women Empowerment Programme is set to reach more women following the announcement by Governor Dikko Radda that the Nigeria

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

SheExports Project: Lagos Government, MABA to Empower 10,000 Women Entrepreneurs with Export Skills and Funding Support 

Adetutu A, The Insights 19 June 2026

Photo Credit : MABA Lagos Launches SheExports Project to Support Women in Export Business  Women entrepreneurs in Lagos have received a major opportunity to expand their businesses beyond Nigeria as the Made in Africa Brands Ambassador (MABA), in partnership with the Lagos State Ministry of Wealth Creation and Employment and the Lagos State Employment Trust

FG, FirstBank Empower Nigerian Women with Vocational Skills to Fight Unemployment 

Adetutu A, The Insights 11 May 2026

First Bank Headquarters The Federal Government, through the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development, alongside FirstBank and the African Projects Development Centre (APDC), has encouraged Nigerians—especially women and youths—to embrace vocational skills and entrepreneurship as a pathway to financial independence and economic growth.  The call was

British Council, SMEDAN Join Forces to Boost MSME Financing in Nigeria

Adetutu A, The Insights 28 October 2025

The British Council, in partnership with the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) and supported by the Investment Climate Reform Facility (ICR), has launched the Impact Advisory Group (IAG) — a new initiative to improve access to finance for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across Nigeria.  The IAG was inaugurated during […]

FCMB and IFC Join Forces to Empower Nigerian Women Entrepreneurs 

Adetutu A, The Insights 13 August 2025

Managing Director, FCMB, Yemisi Edun First City Monument Bank (FCMB) has partnered with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) to bring the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women programme to Nigeria. This initiative aims to equip female entrepreneurs with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to grow their businesses and contribute to the nation’s economy.  The training is

AfDB Launches $100 Million Bank to Help Nigerian Youth and Women Grow Their Businesses 

Adetutu A, The Insights 15 April 2025

The African Development Bank has launched a $100 million Youth Entrepreneurship Investment Bank in Nigeria to support young and women entrepreneurs. It aims to boost businesses in agriculture, tech, retail, and services, while also providing training, loans, and grants. This initiative is expected to create over 1.5 million jobs and encourage youth to pursue education […]

TiE Women Program 2025 Opportunity for Women Entrepreneurs 

Adetutu A, The Insights 4 April 2025

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 […]

Lagos Empowers Women Entrepreneurs with Digital and Financial Growth Strategies 

Adetutu A, The Insights 13 March 2025

In a bid to strengthen female-led businesses, the Lagos State Government has announced plans to train women entrepreneurs in digital and financial growth strategies. This initiative is part of the activities lined up to celebrate International Women’s Day 2025.  Event Details and Focus Areas  The training, themed “Empowering Women, Elevating Businesses: Digital

Katsina Launches ₦5 Billion Women Empowerment Program to Strengthen the Economy 

Adetutu A, The Insights 18 November 2024

Katsina State Governor, Mallam Dikko Umar Radda – ARDnig The Katsina State Government has introduced a ₦5 billion initiative to empower women entrepreneurs and boost the economy. The program, which offers ₦30,000 grants to 7,000 women, focuses on supporting verified small businesses. Collaborative efforts and the ministry’s dedication ensure the initiative’s