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Wale Edun, Nigeria's Minister of Finance, emphasizes the government's commitment to enhancing capital mobilization and private investment as key elements for fostering job creation and achieving a $1 trillion economy.
The Move Afrika tour by Global Citizen goes beyond musical performances. Moving from Pretoria to Kigali, this initiative aims to enhance Africa's touring landscape by generating employment, investing in local production, and creating new prospects within the live music and events sector.
President Bola Tinubu has urged the international community and industry leaders to increase investments in skills development aimed at creating job opportunities for Nigerian youth.
The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) announced that its supported entrepreneurs generated $4.2 billion in revenue and created 1.5 million jobs. This was revealed during the launch of the 2026 entrepreneurship programme, which has allocated $16 million to 3,200 entrepreneurs across Africa.
The Nigerian Society of Chemical Engineers encourages recent graduates to focus on entrepreneurship rather than solely seeking employment. This call was made during a workshop aimed at promoting job creation skills among engineering professionals.
DICON-D7G is planning Nigeria's inaugural military jetty near Lagos to bolster domestic arms manufacturing, foster job creation exceeding 7,000 positions, and improve defence logistics. This initiative aligns with the nation's goal of self-reliance in defence.
Central Bank of Nigeria Governor Olayemi Cardoso has stressed the urgent need for Africa to pursue economic growth, industrialisation, and job creation while simultaneously building climate resilience. He made these remarks at the Egypt 30by30 Programme, emphasising collaborative efforts for a sustainable and climate-aware future.
The Bank of Industry (BoI) has announced a historic disbursement of N636 billion to more than 7,000 businesses in 2025, resulting in the creation of 1.6 million jobs across various sectors.
President Tinubu supports targeted incentives linked to investments as Shell plans new expenditures, with the goal of enhancing job opportunities, foreign exchange inflows, and the growth of the energy sector.
Nigeria's significant economic reforms are having a substantial impact on neighboring West and Central African economies, influencing investment, policy, and market integration across the region. Dahila Khalifa, Regional Director for Central Africa and Nigeria at the International Finance Corporation (IFC), highlights how these changes are translating into productivity, job creation, and new opportunities.
