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The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has disbursed N45.1 billion in student loans since its launch in May 2024, according to its latest Student Loan Dashboard Update released on March 26, 2025. Key Statistics Rising Demand and Rapid Disbursement The report highlights a 192% surge in successful applications compared to the previous day, with 2,523 …
Abuja, Nigeria – The Federal Government has unveiled plans to establish a N1 trillion ($654 million) housing fund aimed at providing affordable mortgages to Nigerians, as part of efforts to bridge the country’s staggering 28 million homes deficit. Finance Minister Wale Edun disclosed this during a media briefing on Tuesday, revealing that the first phase …
Minna, Niger State – In a significant development for air transport in North Central Nigeria, Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago of Niger State has announced that the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Airport in Minna will commence operations by April 2025. The governor made this announcement during a courtesy visit by Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola …
Federal Government Launches Free IT Training Program to Fill Two Million Job Vacancies In a bold move to address the growing skills gap in Nigeria’s Information Technology (IT) sector, the Federal Government has announced a comprehensive six-month free training program for youths. This initiative, approved by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, is part of a broader …
Nigeria and Brazil Seal $1.1 Billion Green Imperative Project to Revolutionize Agriculture and Boost Food Security In a landmark move to transform Nigeria’s agricultural sector, the Nigerian government, in collaboration with Brazil, has signed the commercial phase of the $1.1 billion Green Imperative Project (GIP). The agreement, finalized on Monday at the Presidential Villa in …
Are you an entrepreneur with a transformative solution in healthcare, education, or agriculture? Do you dream of scaling your startup, impacting lives, and gaining global exposure? The NSIA Prize for Innovation (NPI) 3.0 is your opportunity to turn that dream into reality. With a chance to win a share of US$220,000, the Cascador Impact Prize …
The Lagos AI Ignite Pitch Battle, powered by Datamellon, is calling on innovative AI startups to showcase their groundbreaking solutions and compete for a chance to win $100,000 in equity-free funding. With applications now open, this is your opportunity to fuel your growth, scale faster, and take your AI startup to the global stage. The …
FATE Scholarship Programme 2025/2026: Empowering the Next Generation of Innovators and Entrepreneurs The FATE Foundation, a leading organization dedicated to fostering entrepreneurship and innovation in Nigeria, is thrilled to announce the opening of applications for the 2025/2026 FATE Scholarship Programme. This initiative is designed to support bright, innovative, and entrepreneurial-minded students seeking admission into their …
Are you an entrepreneur with a vision to scale your business? Do you have a compelling business idea that needs funding to take off? The INNOVATE 2025 Pitch and Grant Competition is here to help you turn your dreams into reality. With a $2000 grant up for grabs, this competition is your opportunity to showcase …
The Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN) has launched a ₦75 billion Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprise (MSME) Intervention Program to provide crucial financial support to businesses nationwide. This program aims to unlock the financial potential of MSMEs, reduce production costs, create jobs, and boost economic growth. This guide provides a detailed overview of the program’s …
