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SBI ‘FIVE 4 TEN’ WEEKLY TRIVIA (32ND EDITION)
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- SME NEWS
Stakeholders warn plastic ban could cripple SMEs without recycling infrastructure
As Nigeria prepares to implement its ban on single-use plastics (SUPs), stakeholders across manufacturing and waste management sectors have...Traders to be relocated as FCT minister promises infrastructure support
He disclosed that a joint site visit with representatives of the traders will hold on...Kwara State backs creative economy to drive youth employment, inclusive growth
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to Nigeria’s fast-growing creative industry, describing...NSITF urges Nigerian employers to enrol in compensation scheme
The Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) has called on employers across the country to...Tinubu hosts inaugural West Africa economic summit to boost regional investment
Nigeria has opened its doors to global investors and regional leaders as the first-ever West Africa Economic Summit (WAES) kicked off in...
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Nigeria’s crude oil prices surge amid middle east tensions
Nigeria's crude oil prices surge amid middle east tensionsSolar panel imports plunge by 89% in Q1 2025 as Nigeria ramps up local manufacturing
Importation of solar panels into Nigeria dropped sharply by 89% in the first quarter of 2025, according to the latest Foreign Trade Statistics released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS)Why Nigerian SMEs Must Take Cybersecurity Seriously – Before It’s Too Late
Gone are the days when cyber threats were only a headache for large corporations. Today, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Nigeria are...World Bank maintains 3.6% growth outlook for Nigeria
The World Bank has reaffirmed its forecast that Nigeria’s economy will grow by 3.6% in 2025, supported by domestic reforms and improving investor confidence, even as it slashed global growth projections due to rising trade tensions and policy uncertaintiesEnergy costs, FX volatility top business inflation woes – CBN
Surging energy prices fuel, diesel, and electricity are the main inflation drivers for Nigerian businesses, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has revealed in its May 2025 Inflation Expectation Survey- BUSINESS TIPS
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- CAREERS
Why career agility is the ultimate professional edge
In a fast-paced, technology-driven world, career agility is becoming one of the most valuable traits any professional canHow transferable skills future-proof your career
In today’s fast-changing job market, the ability to adapt is essential. Gone are the days when people stayed in the same job or industry forThe Soft Skill That Drives Career Success
In today’s workplace, technical skills may get your foot in the door — but emotional intelligence (EQ) is what keeps you there and propels youAPPLY NOW: Freelance Language Tutor
We are seeking passionate Freelance Language Tutors to join our growing team. This is an opportunity for tutors who love teaching and want to earn income byTurn your dreams into achievements with smart Goal-Setting
Setting clear and realistic career goals is a powerful way to take control of your future. Without a roadmap, it's easy to lose direction...
- EMPOWERMENTS
Yobe empowers 1,000 displaced, host farmers with tools, inputs
Governor Mai Mala Buni of Yobe State has launched the distribution of agricultural inputs to 1,000 farming households, including displaced persons from Mallam Dunari and members of their host communities2,710 smallholder farmers boosted with noiler birds for economic resilience
In a significant move to bolster sustainable livestock production and empower rural women, a total of 2,710 smallholder women farmers in Bauchi and Toro Local Government Areas of Bauchi State have been equipped with Noiler birdsEdo State disburses N1bn to empower local businesses, farmers
Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has officially launched the disbursement of a significant N1 billion interest-free loan scheme, directly targeting traders, farmers, and small business owners across the state10 startups win justice innovation challenge, share ₦22m in funding
Ten startups have emerged as winners of the second round of JusticeTechNG 2025, Nigeria’s first national hackathon and accelerator focused on digital solutions for the justice systemShettima empowers Borno farmers with tractors to boost agribusiness
Smallholder farmers in Borno State are set to benefit from improved access to mechanisation as Vice President Kashim Shettima, on Sunday, commissioned 375 refurbished tractors and 351 new farm implements in Maiduguri
- SPOTLIGHTS
Cracking the Cash Flow Code: Expert Kayode Helps SMEs Master Their Finances
In Nigeria, for instance, SMEs contribute over 48% to GDP and employ about 84% of the workforce. That’s massive. When SMEs thrive, the economy moves forwardPost Like Your Business Depends on It — CEO Make Marks
Meet Olajide Oyindamola Oluwapelumi, CEO Make Marks, a handmade footwear brand she started in 2019 to provide students with stylish, affordable shoesHow Small Businesses Can Win Big with Simple Digital Marketing Moves— Elizabeth Iroanya
Elizabeth Chidinma Iroanya is a leading digital marketing expert and gender equality advocate, known for empowering women through skill-building and advocacyDiversification is Key: TeeWhy Group CEO On Expanding Beyond Real Estate
What inspired you to venture into real estate in 2015? Were you always business-minded, or was there an ‘aha’ moment? I’ve always had a business...Mastering Public Speaking and Branding for SMEs – Emmanuel Edem
There are two things we cannot do without: information and communication. Even the best information becomes useless if not effectively conveyed. Whether through spoken words, body language, or branding elements like websites and social media, how you communicate determines whether potential clients will engage with your business or move on
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