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600 Graduate from WACTpreneur Programme in Rivers

APM Terminals' WACT has graduated 600 new entrepreneurs from Onne and Ogu communities after six months of intensive training, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable community development and economic growth in Rivers State.

Niger State's N1.073 Trillion 2026 Budget Signed

Governor Umaru Bago has signed Niger State's 2026 budget of over N1.073 trillion into law, with capital expenditure exceeding N783 billion. The governor praised the Assembly for swift passage.

Ijeoma Okonkwo on Emotional Intelligence in Leadership

Visionary entrepreneur Ijeoma Okonkwo reveals how emotional intelligence and storytelling fuel her mission to connect over 5,000 African businesses with global markets through her new platform, Traxis.

PDP Criticises Tinubu's 2026 'Sufferings' Budget

The Peoples Democratic Party has strongly criticised President Bola Tinubu's ₦58.18 trillion 2026 budget, labelling it a plan that deepens hardship for ordinary Nigerians. Read the full analysis.

Tinubu Presents N58.18 Trillion 2026 Budget to NASS

President Bola Tinubu presents the 2026 'Budget of Consolidation' to the National Assembly, targeting N58.18 trillion in spending with priorities on security, human capital, and infrastructure. Read the full details.

₦2M Grants Disbursed to Emerging Entrepreneurs in Lagos

The Carol & Prince Arheghan Foundation has disbursed ₦2 million in grants to four young entrepreneurs at its 2025 Business Summit in Lagos. The initiative aims to boost grassroots business development and youth empowerment in Nigeria.

Nigeria Expands SIYB Training to Fight Unemployment

Nigeria's Labour Ministry and the ILO have certified over 25 new SIYB trainers to boost entrepreneurship and tackle unemployment, informality, and underemployment, especially among youth and women.

RSU Students Told: Be Innovators, Not Govt Job Seekers

At Rivers State University's convocation lecture, students were charged to adopt an entrepreneurial mindset. Dumo Lulu-Briggs & Dr. Daere Akobo urged graduates to build scalable solutions for society's needs.

Podcast Lays Bare the Unfiltered Reality of Nigerian Startups

Lara Rawa and Eka Obaigbena share raw stories of building Lagos Cocktail Week and Biscuit & Co. on the Youth Empowered Podcast. Learn key lessons on persistence, quality, and smart reinvestment for Nigerian entrepreneurs. Watch the full episode now.

Foundation Advocates Digital Skills for Women, Youths

The Nkata Ndi Inyom Igbo Foundation highlights digital literacy and funding as key to empowering women and youth in tech and agribusiness. Experts call for action to meet Nigeria's 70% digital literacy target by 2027.

NAHCON's 15 New Directives for 2026 Hajj Unveiled

NAHCON has released 15 new operational rules for the 2026 Hajj, affecting flights, group movement, and medical screening. Intending pilgrims must note these changes to avoid penalties.

FG Sets 2026 Budget Exchange Rate at N1,512/$1

The Federal Government has announced a N1,512 to $1 exchange rate for the 2026 budget. Discover the key projections for oil, revenue, and spending in the new fiscal framework.

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