Dr. Uchechi Onyedikachi – Founder & CEO EcoGreenFX Technologies 📸 At the recent MOUAU Conference and Fair 2025, Dr. Uchechi Bliss Onyedikachii presented a groundbreaking innovation poised to transform agriculture and environmental restoration in Nigeria and beyond. Her solution, EcoGreenFX, promises to clean polluted soil, enhance food production, and combat climate change—all in one innovation. Onyedikachi says: 💡 What if a single innovation could clean polluted soil, boost food production, and fight climate change? I shared my perspective at the ongoing MOUAU conference and fair, 2025, where I pitched EcoGreenFX—a game-changing solution that:✓ Removes pollutants from contaminated soil✓ Acts as…
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Nneka Onyeali -Ikpe (MD & CEO, Fidelity Bank, Nigeria) Lagos, Nigeria – Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are the backbone of Nigeria’s economy, contributing significantly to employment and GDP. In a major move to support this vital sector, Fidelity Bank recently launched the Fidelity SME Hub, a dynamic platform designed to provide businesses with the tools, resources, and financial support they need to thrive. Unveiled in a high-profile event attended by industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and key stakeholders, the Fidelity SME Hub is positioned as a one-stop solution for SMEs navigating the challenges of scaling, funding, and market expansion. The initiative…
Jonny Baxter (British Deputy High Commissioner) presenting a completion certificate to a Commonwealth scholar in Lagos [📸BritishDeputyHigh Commission] Lagos & Abuja, 21 February 2025 –The British High Commission held welcome home ceremonies for 191 (44 Chevening and 147 Commonwealth) Nigerians scholars who have just completed their studies in the United Kingdom through the prestigious Chevening and Commonwealth scholarships. The events held on Wednesday, 19th February and Thursday, 20th February in Abuja and Lagos, respectively. At both events, the scholars and fellows were celebrated for their exceptional academic achievements, received their completion certificates and were officially inducted into the Chevening and…
Tola Alade When Tola Alade set out to launch his premium rum brand, DÒDÒ, he was quoted a staggering £105K to bring my vision to life. But instead of being deterred by the high costs, he found a way to do it for just £600—by leveraging creativity, strategic partnerships, and community-driven momentum. Here is how he turned an April Fool’s prank (his unusual idea of producing a plantain-infused rum started as a joke) into a thriving rum brand, proving that you don’t always need massive funding to start—just a great story and the resourcefulness to make it happen. 🚀🥃 Alade…
Chigozie Bashua – Founder & CEO, The Nut Place [📸ChigozieBashua] The OECD/SWAC Public-Private Dialogue is a platform that focuses on enhancing intra-regional food trade in West Africa by fostering collaboration between public and private sector stakeholders. This initiative aims to identify challenges, implement inclusive solutions, and build mutual trust to improve food security, stimulate economic growth, and promote regional integration. A key aspect of this dialogue is addressing gender-specific barriers in the food trade sector, recognizing the central role women play and the unique challenges they face. Chigozie Bashua (Founder & CEO, The Nut Place), contributes significantly to this dialogue.…
Halal Expo is the largest commercial and cultural gathering for the halal market in West Africa! For two days, entrepreneurs, brands, experts, and consumers will come together to explore the latest trends and innovations in gastronomy, fashion, Islamic finance, and education.🎯 Why Attend?✅ Discover and shop 100% halal products & services✅ Engage with leading brands and startups in the sector✅ Take advantage of exclusive offers and live demonstrations✅ Create networking and collaboration opportunities📌 EVENT PROGRAM🛍 RAMADAN MARKET (Saturday & Sunday, from 09:00 AM to 08:00 PM)🔹 Gastronomy & Gourmet 🍱 – Organic products, healthy food, and traditional dishes🔹 Fashion &…
Executive Direcor (MIT Solve) – Hala Hanna [📸MIT Solve] CAMBRIDGE, MA / ACCESS Newswire /…. MIT Solve, an initiative of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, has launched its 2025 Global Challenges and Indigenous Communities Fellowship, calling on innovators worldwide to submit transformative, tech-driven solutions to some of the planet’s most pressing and persistent problems. With over $1.5M in funding available, selected innovators have a unique opportunity to scale their solutions and gain an influential network. Says Hala Hanna (Executive Director, MIT Solve): In an era where technology is transforming our world at breakneck speed, we’re seeing a profound shift in how innovators approach global…
Café One Enugu launches (L, R]: Arinze Chilo-Offiah (Director General of the Enugu SME Centre and Special Adviser to the Governor on Digital Economy and MSMEs); Prof. Chidi Onyia (Secretary to the State Government) … [📸Arinze Chilo-Offiah] ENUGU, NIGERIA – Enugu State has launched “Café One Enugu,” a modern coworking and coffee space, designed to provide a collaborative and inspiring environment for entrepreneurs, remote workers, creatives, and tech professionals to innovate. Arinze Chilo-Offiah, Prof. Chidi Onyia Café One Enugu is a partnership between the Enugu State Government, the Enugu SME Centre, and Café One whose General Manager, Kelechi Nwaozuzu and…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-7aEjXZOk_g [🎥ERNS MEDIA] Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama’s speech at the recently-held 2025 Africa Prosperity Dialogues (January 30- February 01, 2025 ) is even more poignant today. He issued a compelling call to action, urging African nations to seize the immense $3.4 trillion economic potential that lies within the continent. He emphasised that Africa’s path to prosperity hinges on strategic investments in infrastructure, industrialization, and youth empowerment. Industrialisation: From Raw Materials to Finished Goods For too long, Africa has remained a supplier of raw materials while the economic gains from value addition occur elsewhere. Mahama stressed the urgency of shifting from…
Advocating for African entrepreneurs: Tony Elumelu at the Legacy Builders Conference, West Palm Beach [🎥TonyOElumelu] Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) Founder, Tony O. Elumelu, C.F.R and CEO, Somachi Chris-Asoluka recently spent a productive day in Florida, USA, driving impactful conversations and advocating for the empowerment of African entrepreneurs. Since its inception in 2015, the Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) Entrepreneurship Programme has empowered over 20,000 African entrepreneurs with $100 million in funding, mentorship, and world-class business training. These changemakers have gone on to create jobs, drive innovation, and transform communities across all 54 African countries—proving that when African entrepreneurs win, the world…