Sanwo-Olu unveils LASMECO to ease access to finance for SMEs

The Lagos State Government has launched the Lagos State Access to Finance for SMEs Through Cooperatives (LASMECO), a landmark initiative aimed at unlocking access to capital for Micro, Small, and…

Tomato Ebola costs Nigeria N1.3bn in three states – Minister

The Federal Government has raised the alarm over the devastating impact of Tuta absoluta, also known as the tomato leaf miner or “Tomato Ebola,” as Nigeria loses over N1.3 billion…

NDPC unveils virtual academy for data security

In a bold move to strengthen digital defenses nationwide, the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has rolled out its Data Protection Virtual Academy, an innovative hub set to reshape how…

Africa’s time is now: Finance minister calls for global investment

Nigeria’s Minister of State for Finance, Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite, has made a compelling case for increased global investment in Africa’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, declaring that “Africa’s time is now” during a…

How ExportPlug claims ₦20mn prize at AfCFTA Hackathon 2025

By Yusuf Issa An-Nuphawi The Nigeria AfCFTA Coordination Office has proudly announced the successful conclusion of the first-ever AfCFTA Hackathon, hosted during the prestigious Science of Trade Conference 2025. The…

EFCC breaks silence on VeryDarkMan arrest

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has addressed public interest and speculation surrounding its ongoing investigation of social media personality Martins Innocent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, clarifying its…

Dangote commends Tinubu’s NNPC leadership picks

Aliko Dangote, President of the Dangote Group, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for appointing a formidable and competent leadership team at the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), describing…

FEC endorses ‘Nigeria First’ procurement policy

In a bold push for economic self-reliance, the Federal Executive Council (FEC) has endorsed a “Nigeria First” policy mandating the use of locally produced goods and services in all government…

FEC approves bill to establish national Cocoa management board

The federal government has approved a draft bill for the establishment of the National Cocoa Management Board (NCMB) to revitalise and regulate Nigeria’s cocoa sub-sector for enhanced economic development. Minister…

Zakat operators urge Tinubu to pay alms amid rising hunger  

The Association of Zakat and Waqf Operators in Nigeria (AZAWON) has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to explore the zakat scheme as a means of alleviating poverty in the…