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MTN Nigeria Pumps ₦100m into Cloud Accelerator to Boost Startups

Temitope Nlewemchi — Wed, 28 Jan 2026 17:00:36 +0000

MTN Nigeria has committed ₦100 million to its Cloud Accelerator Program, an initiative designed to empower startups across Africa with funding, mentorship, and access to its technological infrastructure. The company announced that the programme will provide early- and growth-stage entrepreneurs with the resources needed to scale their operations more effectively in Nigeria’s rapidly expanding digital [...]

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Sanwo-Olu Announces Empowerment of Over 11,885 Start-Up Businesses in Lagos State Over the Past 4 Years

Temitope Nlewemchi — Sun, 14 Jan 2024 00:14:32 +0000

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has revealed a significant milestone in the economic empowerment sector, announcing that the Lagos State Government has supported and empowered more than 11,885 start-up businesses over the past four years. The governor shared this accomplishment, highlighting the administration’s commitment to fostering entrepreneurship and economic growth in the state. Sanwo-Olu emphasized the importance [...]

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Nigerian Startups Flock to U.S. Incorporation, Says Consul General – 80% Opt for American Base

Temitope Nlewemchi — Sat, 18 Nov 2023 17:15:48 +0000

The Consul General of the United States in Nigeria, Will Stevens, has revealed that a significant portion of Nigerian startups, amounting to 80%, are incorporated in the U.S. He underscored the pivotal role played by Nigeria in Africa’s digital landscape during the Global Tech Africa Conference in Lagos. Stevens expanded on the continental impact, stating [...]

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Zenith Bank Launches ‘Zecathon’: N59 Million Up for Grabs by Innovative Startups

Temitope Nlewemchi — Fri, 10 Nov 2023 15:24:28 +0000

Zenith Bank is gearing up to empower and reward Nigerian startups with a total sum of N59 million through its upcoming pitch competition, Zechathon 3.0. This initiative, carried out in collaboration with the accelerator firm Seedstars, not only promises financial incentives but also aims to provide essential business support to participating startups. The hackathon program [...]

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SEAT Launches Third Annual Sports Tech Start-Up Competition [Press Release]

Susan William — Mon, 25 Apr 2016 15:00:00 +0000

Calling all innovative, early stage sport and entertainment startups that want to pitch their business to the leaders and innovators of professional and collegiate sports teams, leagues, and venues. Scottsdale, AZ, April 25, 2016 –(PR.com)– Christine Stoffel, CEO & Founder of SEAT – Sports & Entertainment Alliance in Technology, is launching the third annual SEAT [...]

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