26 h. ago GBfoods Commits $10m To GBHub Africa To Boost Food Value Chain

GBfoods Africa has committed $10 million in seed funding to launch GBHub Africa, an impact-driven initiative dedicated to enhancing both Nigeria’s and Africa’s food value chain. The investment aimed to enhance nutrition, address food security challenges and create sustainable jobs for youth and women. Speaking at the launch yesterday in Abuja, executive-director of GBHub Africa, […]

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61 h. ago Shipowner advocates single digit rate for disbursement of $700m CVFF

By Steve Agbota The President of the African Shipowners Association (ASA), Captain Ladi Olubowale, has said that the disbursement of the $700 million Cabotage Vessels Finance Fund (CVFF) to Nigerian shipowners at a single-digit interest rate will create abundant growth opportunities, boost capacity-building, local content development and develop Nigeria as a maritime nation in Africa. […] The post Shipowner advocates single digit rate for disbursement of $700m CVFF appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago BoI, Sage Grey Finance Partner To Expand Access To MSME Financing

Sage Grey Finance Limited has partnered with the Bank of Industry (BoI) to provide accessible and affordable financing options to Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). The partnership, announced in Lagos, supports the federal government’s MSMEs Fund and is designed to foster business growth, job creation, and economic development by offering tailored financing solutions to […]

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4 d. ago Tinubu committed to creating jobs, value in oil, gas sector – Lokpobiri

…As Monarch Alloy opens plant in Lagos By Kehinde Aderemi President Bola Tinubu is committed to creating jobs and adding value in the oil and gas sector of Nigeria. Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Heineken Lokpobiri, made the disclosure in Lagos during the commissioning of Monarch Alloy Limited Oil and Gas Pipe Coating […] The post Tinubu committed to creating jobs, value in oil, gas sector – Lokpobiri appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago ‘I Am Honoured, Excited’, Dangote Reacts To World Bank Appointment

The President and Chief Executive of the Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has confirmed his appointment to the World Bank’s Private Sector Investment Lab, which is responsible for enhancing investment and creating jobs in emerging economies. In a statement confirming his acceptance, Dangote reiterated his dedication to promoting sustainable economic growth through private sector-driven investments, emphasising […]

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5 d. ago Dangote Joins World Bank’s Investment Lab To Boost Job Creation

President and Chief Executive of the Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has been appointed to the World Bank Group’s Private Sector Investment Lab (PSIL) the group moved into the next phase of its focus on implementing large-scale, job-generating investments in emerging markets. The PSIL has identified five strategic pillars—regulatory and policy certainty, political risk guarantees, foreign […]

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5 d. ago CVFF: Shipowner urges focus on indigenous ownership, job creation boost

…Faults 2% levy on vessel docking By Steve Agbota A shipowner, Tunji Brown, has advocated the elimination of the waiver clause in Nigeria’s maritime regulations, urging its replacement with a “right of first refusal” provision to strengthen indigenous participation in the sector. Addressing journalists in Lagos yesterday, Brown, who formerly served as Secretary General and […] The post CVFF: Shipowner urges focus on indigenous ownership, job creation boost appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Steel minister breaks ground for $400m Stellar Steel Plant in Ogun

Byline: Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja Minister of Steel Development Prince Shuaibu Abubakar Audu performed the groundbreaking ceremony for the $400 million Stellar Steel Plant in Ogun State to boost Nigeria’s economy. The plant, developed by Inner Galaxy Group, will span over 100 hectares and produce hot-rolled coils, reducing Nigeria’s $4 billion annual steel import bill, strengthening […] The post Steel minister breaks ground for $400m Stellar Steel Plant in Ogun appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Securing Nigeria’s future: Combating cyber threats, Fraud, and boosting job creation

As Nigeria navigates the escalating wave of cyber attacks and Ponzi schemes, the critical juncture of technological vulnerabilities and financial read more Securing Nigeria’s future: Combating cyber threats, Fraud, and boosting job creation

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9 d. ago Akwa Ibom to boost economy through tourism investments – Commissioner

From Isaac Job, Uyo The Akwa Ibom State Government plans to diversify its economy by investing in tourism to create jobs and boost revenue. Commissioner for Culture and Tourism Dr Anieti Nsewo Udofia announced this in Uyo during World Heritage Day on April 18, themed “Heritage Under Threat From Disaster and Conflict”. Udofia revealed that […] The post Akwa Ibom to boost economy through tourism investments – Commissioner appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago FG backs NNMDA to boost natural medicine development, export

By Doris Obinna   The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the Nigeria Natural Medicine Development Agency (NNMDA) in advancing the production, regulation, and promotion of natural medicine across the country. Chairman, House Committee on Legislative Compliance, Hon. Yusuf Ahmed-Badau, gave the assurance during a working visit to the NNMDA headquarters in Lagos. […] The post FG backs NNMDA to boost natural medicine development, export appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago KingMakers commissions sports complex in Ifako Ijaiye to boost grassroots development

In a bold step towards youth empowerment and grassroots sports development, KingMakers, in partnership with the Ifako Ijaiye Local Government, read more KingMakers commissions sports complex in Ifako Ijaiye to boost grassroots development

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1 week ago Governor Adeleke Attracts Foreign Funding, Signs $100M Agreement With British Investors

Osun State has attracted a major financial commitment from the United Kingdom as Governor Ademola Adeleke secured a $100 million investment deal during a recent economic mission abroad. The agreement, signed with British investors, marks a significant milestone in the state’s effort to boost development across multiple sectors. According to a statement issued by Adeleke’s […] The post Governor Adeleke Attracts Foreign Funding, Signs $100M Agreement With British Investors appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Tinubu unveils LEEP initiative, targets 2.5m jobs in 2 years

…Begs youths to stay, contribute to nation’s growth From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has officially launched the Labour Employment and Empowerment Programme (LEEP), a new national initiative aimed at creating at least 2.5 million sustainable jobs within two years and transforming the Ministry of Labour and Employment into a job-creating powerhouse. Tinubu, at […] The post Tinubu unveils LEEP initiative, targets 2.5m jobs in 2 years appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Shettima Launches 2.5m Jobs Scheme, Urges Nigerians To Embrace Opportunities At Home

Vice President Kashim Shettima has launched the Labour Employment and Empowerment Programme (LEEP), an initiative aimed at creating 2.5 million jobs across various sectors. Anchored on six pillars of employment opportunities, LEEP which was developed by the Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment is designed to tackle youth unemployment and position Nigeria as a competitive […]

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2 w. ago Aba Power creates 350 new jobs with new prepaid metre rollout

Nigeria’s newest electricity distribution company, Aba Power, is creating over 350 jobs with its new prepaid meter rollout that will start this month, the utility firm has said. The Senior Brand and Communication Manager of Aba Power, Edise Ekong said on Monday that jobs would come directly from its partnerships with three-meter producers. He said, Read More

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2 w. ago Shettima launches Nigeria’s LEEP initiative to empower workforce, create 2.5m jobs annually

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Vice President Kashim Shettima launched the Labour Employment and Empowerment Programme (LEEP) on Tuesday at the State House Conference Centre, Abuja, aiming to tackle unemployment and equip Nigerians with skills for the global economy. The initiative targets 2.5 million direct and indirect jobs annually. Shettima, in a statement by his media […] The post Shettima launches Nigeria’s LEEP initiative to empower workforce, create 2.5m jobs annually appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Tinubu officially launches LEEP initiative to generate 2.5 million jobs in 2 years

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has launched the Labour Employment and Empowerment Programme (LEEP), a national initiative designed to create at least 2.5 million sustainable jobs within two years and transform the Ministry of Labour and Employment into a hub for job creation. Speaking at the launch in Abuja on Tuesday, Vice President […] The post Tinubu officially launches LEEP initiative to generate 2.5 million jobs in 2 years appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Ohanaeze lauds Maduka University founder for boosting Igboland’s growth

From Stanley Uzoaru, Owerri Senator John Azuta Mbata, President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, has praised Dr. Sam Maduka Onyishi, founder of Maduka University, Nsukka, Enugu State, for his transformative investments in the South East. Speaking at the university’s 2nd matriculation ceremony on 11 April 2025, Mbata highlighted Onyishi’s job creation efforts, noting, “We commend […] The post Ohanaeze lauds Maduka University founder for boosting Igboland’s growth appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago RMRDC, BOI partner to boost Nigeria’s onion value chain development

By Olakunle Olafioye The Raw Materials Research and Development Council (RMRDC) and the Bank of Industry (BOI) have initiated discussion to halt post-harvest losses and enhance value addition to the onion value chain. Our correspondent learnt that post-harvest losses, inefficient market access, and a lack of processing infrastructure had long plagued the onion industry in […] The post RMRDC, BOI partner to boost Nigeria’s onion value chain development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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