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Youths to Explore Non-Oil Export Opportunities with NEXIM Bank MD at APC Youth Breakfast Session

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13 hours ago

August 29, 2025

By Joel Ajayi

The Managing Director of the Nigerian Export-Import Bank (NEXIM), Mr. Abubakar Abba Bello, is set to engage young Nigerian entrepreneurs and business owners on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at 9 a.m., in a high-level breakfast session focused on non-oil export opportunities and wealth creation.

The event, organized by the Youth Wing of the All Progressives Congress (APC) under the leadership of the National Youth Leader, Hon. Dayo Israel, is part of a broader initiative to drive foreign exchange inflows and empower the next generation of business leaders. The session will be streamed live online and is open to participants nationwide, with registration required via bit.ly/abbabellonexim.

Hon. Dayo Israel emphasized the importance of boosting non-oil exports to stimulate job creation and economic diversification in Nigeria.

“If we are to create more local jobs and attract foreign exchange, we must scale up non-oil exports. Our young entrepreneurs need access to funding, technical support, and market information. That’s why we are excited to host the MD of NEXIM Bank—to connect them directly with Nigeria’s top export facilitator,” he said.
Mr. Bello’s engagement will cover key areas such as: Access to finance for SMEs and agribusinesses, Export readiness and leveraging opportunities in AfCFTA, Exploring new markets for non-oil products, NEXIM Bank’s role in promoting agro-led export growthand Empowering Nigerian youth to build globally competitive enterprises

This session follows a successful lineup of recent events at the APC Youth House, including discussions with the Honourable Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, and the Chairman of the National Sports Commission, Mallam Shehu Dikko. Over 100 young participants have also benefited from various capacity-building workshops hosted by the Youth Wing.

According to Hon. Israel, the Youth Wing remains committed to aligning its programs with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, with a focus on entrepreneurship, innovation, and inclusive economic growth.

“It’s a packed week of transformative sessions at the Youth House. We’re shaping the minds of our young progressives and building a future driven by innovation, export, and enterprise,” he added.

NEXIM Bank, as Nigeria’s premier export credit agency, plays a strategic role in promoting non-oil export and providing financial solutions that stimulate inclusive economic growth.

This partnership with the APC Youth Wing is a significant step towards integrating young Nigerians into global trade and positioning them for long-term business success.

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FG Drives Financial Innovation to Empower Nigerian Youth

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1 week ago

August 21, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

The Honourable Minister of Youth Development, Comrade Ayodele Olawande, has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to practical and innovative solutions that deliver real impact in the lives of young Nigerians.

Speaking at the signing ceremony of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), led by its Director-General, Dr. Emomotimi Agama, the Minister emphasized that lasting legacies are built through action and collaboration, not bureaucracy.

“This initiative is about breaking barriers and opening doors,” Olawande said. “For too long, the capital market has been seen as a space reserved for the wealthy. Today, we are saying clearly that Nigerian youth deserve access too. We want to empower them not just to seek jobs, but to create them, to become entrepreneurs, investors, and employers of labour.”

He highlighted the Nigerian Youth Academy (NIYA) as a central pillar of this vision, designed to provide accessible financial education and practical skills to young people across the country, regardless of background or location. The Minister also stressed the importance of strong collaboration between government and private sector partners to ensure no youth is left behind:

“Our goal is to raise a generation of financially savvy, empowered young Nigerians who will shape the future prosperity of this nation. With partners like the SEC, we are proving that it is possible.”

Comrade Olawande expressed appreciation to the SEC for its leadership and urged other stakeholders to join in building pathways of opportunity for Nigerian youth:

“This is about the future of our country. Together, we can ensure that every young Nigerian has the tools, knowledge, and opportunities to thrive.”

In his remarks, Dr. Emomotimi Agama, Director-General of the SEC, highlighted the importance of empowering youth through strategic partnerships and financial innovation. He commended the Honourable Minister for his youthful, relatable, and action-oriented leadership, noting his ability to break bureaucratic barriers and implement impactful solutions.

Dr. Agama reaffirmed the SEC’s commitment to working with the Ministry to provide access to funding, financial education, and investment opportunities.

He described the partnership as the start of a meaningful legacy, with programs designed to empower young Nigerians from all backgrounds, ensuring sustainable socio-economic impact and long-term national prosperity.

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