Investment Ready or Just Funding Hungry? Why Most Entrepreneurs Fail Before Meeting Investors
Every year, thousands of entrepreneurs across Africa search for grants, pitch competitions, and investors hoping to secure the funding that will transform their businesses. Yet, despite the abundance of funding opportunities, only a small percentage of founders successfully attract investment. This week, applications opened for the InvestoVilla Pipeline Development Program for Entrepreneurs (IPDPE) 2026, an […]
Nigeria’s Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Gains Momentum as Startups Secure Investment, MSMEs Receive Fresh Support
by AmforGod Olisa Nigeria’s entrepreneurship landscape continues to demonstrate resilience and renewed momentum as government agencies, private sector institutions, and development partners intensify efforts to support startups, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), and skilled entrepreneurs. Recent initiatives aimed at improving access to finance, business incubation, and regional investment opportunities signal a positive direction for […]
Nigeria’s $170.6 Million iDICE Fund Signals a New Era for Startup Financing
by AmforGod Olisa Nigeria has taken a significant step toward strengthening its innovation economy with the launch of a $170.6 million DICE Fund of Funds under the Federal Government’s Investment in Digital and Creative Enterprises (iDICE) Programme. The initiative represents one of the largest government-backed venture capital investments for technology and creative enterprises in Africa […]
NYSC Strengthens Entrepreneurship Training
by AmforGod Olisa Nigeria’s commitment to tackling graduate unemployment has received renewed momentum as the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) continues to strengthen its Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development (SAED) programme. The initiative, which has become a cornerstone of the NYSC experience, is being expanded with a stronger emphasis on digital innovation, artificial intelligence, agribusiness, […]
Community Is the New Competitive Advantage for Entrepreneurs
By AmforGod J. Olisa The business world has changed dramatically. There was a time when having the best product or the lowest price was enough to dominate a market. Today, those factors still matter, but they are no longer enough. The businesses experiencing sustainable growth have discovered something far more powerful: community. Entrepreneurship is no […]
SMEDAN Launchs ₦500 Million Zero-Interest Fund to Boost Nigerian MSMEs
In a significant move to strengthen Nigeria’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) has launched a ₦500 million zero-interest loan fund aimed at supporting Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across the country. The initiative was unveiled as part of activities marking the 2026 International MSME Day and is […]
Beyond Funding: Why Capacity Building Is Nigeria’s New Entrepreneurship Strategy
by AmforGod Olisa Nigeria’s entrepreneurial ecosystem is entering a new phase—one where *knowledge, innovation, and structured business development are becoming just as valuable as funding. This shift is evident in the Federal Government-backed **Investment in Digital and Creative Enterprises (iDICE) Startup Bridge initiative*, which has placed capacity building at the center of enterprise development. The […]
₦200 Million Up for Grabs! Lagos Agrithon 2026 Opens Applications for Agribusiness Innovators
By AmforGod Olisa The Lagos State Ministry of Agriculture and Food Systems has officially opened applications for Lagos Agrithon 2026, a flagship innovation challenge designed to support agribusiness startups, entrepreneurs, and innovators developing solutions that can transform Nigeria’s agricultural and food systems. With a total grant pool of ₦200 million, the programme seeks to identify […]
Business Incubation Centers Empower Next Generation of African Innovators
BY CHUKWUDI RUTH Across Africa, Business Incubation Centers are increasingly becoming powerful engines for economic transformation, entrepreneurship development, and innovation-driven growth. These centers are playing a vital role in nurturing young entrepreneurs, supporting start-up businesses, and creating opportunities for sustainable economic development across the continent. Business Incubation Centers provide aspiring entrepreneurs with the resources, mentorship, […]
DEVELOPING ENTREPRENEURIAL CAPACITY THROUGH PRACTICAL LEARNING AND INDUSTRY EXPOSURE
BY CHUKWUDI RUTH In today’s rapidly evolving global economy, entrepreneurship has emerged as one of the most effective pathways to economic growth, job creation, innovation, and sustainable development. However, the success of entrepreneurship is not merely dependent on theoretical knowledge acquired in classrooms. Rather, it requires practical learning, real-world experience, mentorship, and direct exposure to […]