Teen Innovation Challenge Launches in Nigeria January 2026
Youth-led iCOVE partners with UNICEF ambassador Tariq Lawal to launch a challenge for African teenagers. The initiative aims to foster innovation and entrepreneurship among young Nigerians.
Youth-led iCOVE partners with UNICEF ambassador Tariq Lawal to launch a challenge for African teenagers. The initiative aims to foster innovation and entrepreneurship among young Nigerians.
A young man's story of receiving N10 million and a fully-stocked shop after serving his Igbo master in business has ignited online conversations about the Igbo apprenticeship model versus formal education in Nigeria.
A Nigerian roadside akara seller inspires many after buying a brand new motorcycle to expand into delivery services. See her viral TikTok success story and the reactions.
Rivers State Investment Promotion Agency pledges to improve ease of doing business and tackle negative perceptions to attract investments. Key stakeholders call for protection of existing businesses.
A resourceful Nigerian ex-corps member saved her entire N77,000 monthly allowance for a year to fund her foodstuff business. See how she transformed her savings into a fully stocked store.
Lagos State and Iru Kingdom announce Oniru Business & Cultural Day for Feb 14, 2026, plus a new Business Network to drive investment and cultural development in the kingdom. Learn more.
A Nigerian businesswoman's decision to install a N650,000 solar system to power her cold drink freezer, rather than renovate her old house, has ignited a major debate online. Discover the full story and public reactions.
Baze University, Abuja, has won the 2025 CGMA Business Leader Challenge, defeating Covenant and Thomas Adewunmi University. Read about their victory and the competition's goals.
Discover how SIAO Partners, led by Abiodun Ariyibi, provides expert audit, tax, and advisory services to help Nigerian businesses achieve sustainable growth despite regulatory and economic hurdles.
Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University's Energiv project wins Schneider Electric's 2025 Battery Innovation Challenge. Discover how African students are powering the continent's sustainable energy future.
Ooni of Ife, ministers, governors & titans of industry gather in Lagos for the 13th GAH Awards & Business Summit to 'reimagine Africa' through innovation and sustainable growth. Join the movement.
Kaduna State scores 65.1% in PEBEC's 2025 Ease of Doing Business ranking, becoming Nigeria's second-most attractive investment destination. Discover the top states.
Lagos State leads Nigeria's 2025 Subnational Ease of Doing Business ranking with an 85.6% score. Discover the top states and federal MDAs driving reform.
Senior executives will gather in Lagos on December 18 for a strategic roundtable to navigate 2026's economic pressures, policy changes, and capital management challenges. Join the dialogue.
Security forces raided criminal hideouts in Ibadan's Orita-Challenge, arresting two with illicit drugs. The operation followed residents' petitions over rising crime. Read more.
PEBEC's 2025 reports reveal Lagos, Kaduna, and Oyo as Nigeria's top states for business. Discover key reforms and federal agency rankings driving investment climate improvements nationwide.
A joint security operation in Ibadan's Orita-Challenge led to two arrests for narcotics and the dismantling of criminal hideouts. The action followed resident petitions over rising crime. Read the full details.
A young Nigerian entrepreneur's joy after building her business place from the ground up has inspired many. Watch the transformation and see the reactions. #SuccessStory #Nigeria
A Nigerian businessman's fully-equipped barbing salon was demolished after months of work, leaving him devastated. He blames a terrible access road and a difficult landlord.
An American woman moves to Ghana to support her boyfriend's poultry business, sparking mixed reactions online about investing in relationships.
Russian fitness coach Dmitry Nuyanzin, 30, tragically passed away after cardiac arrest following extreme binge-eating challenge to promote weight-loss program. Health experts warn about dangers.
Bank of Industry launches structured Business Clinic model to address MSME survival crisis. Only 20% of Nigerian businesses survive past 5 years. New program targets 24,000 enterprises by 2027.
Nigerian SMEs can win $50,000 in AWS credits and free tablets at the Mentor Matchup Challenge 7.0 summit in Lagos on Dec 4-5. Learn how to scale your business for AfCFTA markets.
Nigerian comedian Saga Adeolu wins the Whisper Challenge, dedicating victory to Sosso's success. Watch the hilarious celebration unfold!
A Lagos TikToker's viral challenge to suspected terrorists has triggered nationwide panic after the armed group responded. Nigerians demand urgent security action as fear spreads online.
Lagos launches the EKO 170, a 170km cycling event on Jan 11, 2026, aiming to boost sports tourism and healthy living. Over 1000 cyclists will participate. Discover the route and impact.
Dr Alim Abubakre's appointment to the Business Council for Africa board marks a strategic move to enhance UK-Africa business relations, governance, and leadership development. Discover how this shapes continental prosperity.
My-ACE China advises Akwa Ibom businesses to think creatively despite government challenges. Investors highlight CofO delays, ease of doing business issues affecting local entrepreneurship.
A Nigerian entrepreneur celebrates 7 successful years in her akara business. Her viral TikTok video inspires thousands with message of consistency and hard work in Nigeria.
Federal Government asks court to impose death penalty on IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu following terrorism conviction. Sentencing expected today by 4:50pm.