5 Signs Your Proposed Business Idea Is Not Feasible – And What to Do Next

5 Signs Your Proposed Business Idea Is Not Feasible - And What to Do Next

A business idea can be exciting, innovative and even solve a genuine problem-and still be a poor investment. This is one of the most difficult realities for entrepreneurs to accept. After spending months developing an idea, discussing it with friends and imagining how large the company could become, founders naturally become emotionally attached to the […]

How to Structure a Joint Venture Agreement with Local Partners in Nigeria

How to Structure a Joint Venture Agreement with Local Partners in Nigeria

Entering the Nigerian market through a joint venture can give an investor access to local knowledge, customer relationships, licences, land, distribution networks and operating experience. It can also create serious disputes when the relationship is built around trust without clearly documented rights, responsibilities and controls. Many joint ventures begin with a simple conversation: “You bring […]

Apply Now – Federal Government SMEDAN Cluster Development Support (CDS) Programme 2026

Apply Now - Federal Government SMEDAN Cluster Development Support (CDS) Programme 2026

Nigeria’s Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) remain the backbone of the nation’s economy, contributing significantly to employment and economic development. However, many businesses still struggle with inadequate infrastructure, limited access to finance, outdated technology, and poor market access. To help address these challenges, the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) has […]

How to Start a Business in Nigeria from the UK: The Complete Step-by-Step Guide

Whether you’re a Nigerian living in the United Kingdom, a member of the diaspora looking to invest back home, or a UK-based entrepreneur seeking opportunities in Africa’s largest economy, Nigeria remains one of the continent’s most attractive markets for business. With a population exceeding 230 million people, a growing digital economy, an expanding middle class, […]