3 h. ago Otti approves Abia entertainment village to boost creative industry

Governor Alex Otti approves an Abia entertainment village in Aba to boost the creative economy, providing a new platform for arts, music, and culture. Read More: https://punchng.com/otti-approves-abia-entertainment-village-to-boost-creative-industry/

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21 h. ago CREDICORP launches ‘10,000 women in mobility’ scheme to boost economic inclusion

The Federal Government, through the Nigerian Consumer Credit Corporation (CREDICORP), has formally rolled out the 10,000 Women in Mobility programme. read more CREDICORP launches ‘10,000 women in mobility’ scheme to boost economic inclusion

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36 h. ago MTN Nigeria’s A’isha Mumuni calls for policy, investment reforms to boost Africa’s creative economy at NECLive

The Chief Digital Officer of MTN Nigeria, A’isha Umar Mumuni, has urged governments, investors, and stakeholders to prioritise policy, infrastructure, and investment reforms to ensure African creators can compete globally and profit from their work. The MTN executive made the call while delivering a keynote speech on “Accessing the Global Creative Innovation in a Digital […]

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42 h. ago FG eyes $2bn investments as 28 bidders clinch permits to flare sites

The federal government is setting the stage for a significant economic boost, anticipating an injection of $2 billion in investments read more FG eyes $2bn investments as 28 bidders clinch permits to flare sites

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3 d. ago ECOWAS appoints Dangote to lead business council for economic growth

ECOWAS launches a new Business Council, appointing Aliko Dangote as its first chair to boost regional economic growth and private sector investment. Read More: https://punchng.com/ecowas-appoints-dangote-to-lead-business-council-for-economic-growth/

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4 d. ago Johnvents, Ondo reaffirm investment in agribusiness, manufacturing

Johnvents Group has reaffirmed its commitment to deepening partnerships, investing in capacity, and building industries that will accelerate Nigeria’s economic transformation and boost Africa’s global competitiveness. The resolve came as the Ondo State Government restated its ambition to position the state as a competitive hub for agribusiness, manufacturing, technology, and energy. According to a statement, Read More: https://punchng.com/johnvents-ondo-reaffirm-investment-in-agribusiness-manufacturing/

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5 d. ago How Agritech is rewriting rural economy, empowering millions in Nigeria’s agribusiness sector

Nigeria’s agricultural sector is widely recognised as a sleeping giant with the potential to create millions of jobs, lift entire rural communities out of poverty, and significantly boost national economic growth. In this interview, CHRISTIAN APPOLOS speaks with Brand Consultant at CoFarmers, Ogunleye Adeoye Johnson, who explains how agritech is becoming a powerful engine for […]

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9 d. ago Foundation trains Kaduna women in sack farming, vocational skills

Discover how a foundation’s project for women empowerment in Kaduna is training 1,000 women in sack farming and vocational skills to boost household income Read More: https://punchng.com/foundation-trains-kaduna-women-in-sack-farming-vocational-skills/

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1 week ago Use alternative energy to power blue economy, engineers urge FG

Environmental engineers urge Nigeria’s government to power the blue economy with alternative energy, leveraging gas reserves to boost productivity and comb Read More: https://punchng.com/use-alternative-energy-to-power-blue-economy-engineers-urge-fg/

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1 week ago FG orders ministries to prioritise local tech, companies in projects

The Nigerian government directs ministries to prioritise local tech and companies in projects, enforcing local content to boost the non-oil economy. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-orders-ministries-to-prioritise-local-tech-companies-in-projects/

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1 week ago Aiyedatiwa approves $42m agricultural city project in Ondo community

Ondo State Governor approves a $42M Ondo Agricultural City project by KONIG Agriculture Ltd. to boost food security, economic growth, and create jobs. Read More: https://punchng.com/aiyedatiwa-approves-42m-agricultural-city-project-in-ondo-community/

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2 w. ago Kaduna invests N5bn in women’s empowerment, enrolls 10,000 Almajiri children in schools

The Kaduna State Government has made significant financial investments in women’s empowerment, channeling a targeted grant of N5 billion to read more Kaduna invests N5bn in women’s empowerment, enrolls 10,000 Almajiri children in schools

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2 w. ago Psaltry collaborates with NADF, FCMB, others to Empower 15,000 female cassava growers

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Psaltry International Company Limited, Oluyemisi Iranloye has announced the commencement of an initiative to empower 15,000 young women in cassava cultivation in Oyo State. The on-lending initiative was supported by the National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF) and First City Monument Bank (FCMB) through what she called the Psaltry-IDH-Mastercard, targeting […]

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2 w. ago Embrace Entrepreneurship, Jigawa First Lady Tells Northern Women

The wife of the Jigawa State Governor, Hajiya Amina Umar Namadi, has called on Northern women to embrace entrepreneurship to achieve self-reliance, eradicate poverty, and boost the national economy. Namadi made the call while speaking at the “Arewa Festival” organised by Tripoint Academy under the leadership of Hajiya Shuhda. The event was held in Dutse, […]

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3 w. ago Firm partners NADF, FCMB, others to empower 15,000 female cassava growers

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Psaltry International Company Limited, Oluyemisi Iranloye has announced the commencement of an initiative to empower 15,000 young women in cassava cultivation in Oyo State. The on-lending initiative was supported by the National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF) and First City Monument Bank (FCMB) through what she called the Psaltry-IDH-Mastercard, targeting […]

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3 w. ago Digital economy bill ready before end of 2025 — Ogun Senator

Nigeria’s Digital Economy Bill is set for assent by 2025, aiming to boost jobs, curb corruption, and modernize governance by digitizing all agencies. Read More: https://punchng.com/digital-economy-bill-ready-before-end-of-2025-ogun-senator/

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last month Ondo Rep lights up constituency with 3,000 solar streetlights

This initiative is part of a strategic effort to enhance security, promote renewable energy, and boost nighttime economic activities.

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