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Soft launch targeted Q1 2027. - [EnterpriseNGR Graduates YOE Cohort VI, Champions “Active Citizenship” Among Nigeria’s Next Generation of Leaders](https://enterprisengr.com/enterprisengr-graduates-yoe-cohort-vi-champions-active-citizenship-among-nigerias-next-generation-of-leaders/) - Cohort VI graduates of EnterpriseNGR’s Youth of Enterprise (YOE) Internship Programme, celebrated at a virtual graduation ceremony on Thursday, 13 August 2026. EnterpriseNGR, Nigeria’s leading advocate for the Financial and Professional Services (FPS) sector, has celebrated the graduation of 86 young Nigerian professionals from the sixth cohort of its flagship Youth of Enterprise (YOE) Internship - [July 2026 YOE Masterclass: Artificial Intelligence – Use Cases in the Financial and Professional Services Sector](https://enterprisengr.com/july-2026-yoe-masterclass/) - AI use cases financial services Nigeria; YOE Masterclass; Youth of Enterprise; artificial intelligence careers Nigeria; prompt engineering framework; AI governance NDPR; AI ethics compliance; digital transformation banking Nigeria; EnterpriseNGR; career growth Nigeria; ISO 42001 AI management; Ibukunoluwa Ayodeji Optimus Bank. - [June 2026 Masterclass on Personal Effectiveness: Growing Beyond Your Comfort Zone](https://enterprisengr.com/june-2026-yoe-masterclass/) - Growth rarely happens when we're comfortable. That was one of the key takeaways from the June 2026 YOE Masterclass, "Personal Effectiveness: Growing Beyond Your Comfort Zone." The session was facilitated by Mr. Chris Akeju, Head of the Operational Risk Team at Union Bank of Nigeria, who shared practical insights on what it truly means to grow intentionally in - [April 2025 YOE Masterclass: Personal Finance and Wealth Building for Young Career Professionals](https://enterprisengr.com/personal-finance-and-wealth-building-for-young-career-professionals/) - April 2025’s edition of the Youth of Enterprise (YOE) Masterclass featured a session on “Personal Finance and Wealth Building for Young Career Professionals.” The session led by Mrs. Ola (Oler) Oladele, was not only interactive, but it was also easy to comprehend with the aid of comparative examples. The use of imagery like having a - [February 2025 YOE Masterclass: Building Resilience for Workplace Challenges](https://enterprisengr.com/building-resilience-for-workplace-challenges/) - February 2025’s edition of the Youth of Enterprise (YOE) Masterclass featured a conversation on the topic “Building Resilience for Workplace Challenges.” The session was led by Mr. Rotimi Eyitayo, a renowned business consulting expert. He shared his expertise on the concept of resilience, why it matters, and how to develop it. The following are some - [March 2025 YOE Masterclass: Building Skills for the Future](https://enterprisengr.com/march-2025-yoe-masterclass-building-skills-for-the-future/) - This event has taken place and registration is closed.Follow our social media pages to stay updated with similar events and other news. Facebook X-twitter Instagram Linkedin Tiktok Facebook X-twitter Instagram Linkedin Tiktok - [August 2025 YOE Masterclass: Mapping Your Career Path – Setting Goals That Guide Your Growth](https://enterprisengr.com/august-2025-yoe-masterclass/) - The August 2025 edition of the Youth of Enterprise (YOE) Masterclass empowered participants with actionable insights on the theme “Mapping Your Career Path: Setting Goals That Guide Your Growth.” Led by Mr. Edwin Nnabude, the session was both engaging and practical, as he drew from his own professional journey to illustrate the power of goal - [June 2025 YOE Masterclass: Powerful Résumé – Showcasing Your Strengths and Achievements](https://enterprisengr.com/yoe-masterclass-june-2025/) - Your résumé is the story about you that only you can best tell- This was a significant remark from June 2025’s edition of the Youth of Enterprise (YOE) Masterclass. It was an inspiring and practical session focused on the topic “Powerful Résumé: Showcasing Your Strengths and Achievements” and facilitated by the brilliant Ms. Stella Okoh. - [May 2025 YOE Masterclass : Data Literacy for Rising Professionals: Essential Skills for Business and Career Advancement](https://enterprisengr.com/yoe-masterclass-may-2025/) - In today's rapidly evolving professional landscape, data literacy isn't just a buzzword – it's a fundamental skill for business advancement and career longevity. The recent May Masterclass, a highly anticipated monthly event from EnterpriseNGR’s Youth of Enterprise (YOE) Internship programme, delved deep into this critical topic, providing rising professionals with actionable insights and a clear - [October 2025 YOE Masterclass: From Employee to Asset - Standing Out and Adding Value in Your Organisation](https://enterprisengr.com/from-employee-to-asset-standing-out-and-adding-value-in-your-organisation/) - Discover how to transform from an employee into an indispensable asset. Key insights from the September 2025 YOE Masterclass with Ms. Stella Nwihim on building professional value, initiative, and growth in the modern workplace - [YOE November 2025 Masterclass: From Reflection to Vision – Celebrating 2025 Wins & Crafting Your 2026 Career Growth Plan](https://enterprisengr.com/yoe-november-2025-masterclass-from-reflection-to-vision-celebrating-2025-wins-crafting-your-2026-career-growth-plan/) - Explore the recap of YOE’s November 2025 Masterclass: Reflect on this year’s wins and discover strategies to craft your 2026 career growth plan. - [March 2026 YOE Masterclass: Turning Vision to Action – Executing Your Career Goals](https://enterprisengr.com/march-2026-yoe-masterclass/) - March 2026’s edition of the Youth of Enterprise (YOE) Masterclass focused on the theme “Turning Vision to Action: Executing Your Career Goals.” The session was led by seasoned financial markets expert, Mr. Uche Ugboh, who shared practical insights on how young professionals can bridge the gap between ambition and achievement. The session was highly interactive, - [April 2026 YOE Masterclass: Effective Communication Essentials](https://enterprisengr.com/april-2026-yoe-masterclass/) - In our recent April Masterclass, the YOE community welcomed an exceptional guest, Ebele Chukwujama - CEO, The Listening School. Together, we explored a skill that is critically important in today’s workplace; effective communication. While many professionals focus on speaking confidently or presenting ideas clearly, Ebele reminded us that the most powerful aspect of communication is, - [May 2026 YOE Masterclass: Social Media Etiquette](https://enterprisengr.com/may-2026-yoe-masterclass/) - “Your online presence is the story about you that speaks for you in rooms you haven’t entered yet.” This was the definitive takeaway from the latest edition of the Youth of Enterprise (YOE) Masterclass. It was an incredibly inspiring and practical session focused on an increasingly fundamental part of our professional lives, Social Media Etiquette. - [Bringing Nigeria's Data Home: What Data Localisation Means for Financial Institutions](https://enterprisengr.com/bringing-nigerias-data-home-what-data-localisation-means-for-financial-institutions/) - The Central Bank of Nigeria's new data localisation directive marks a significant milestone in the country's digital transformation journey. By requiring payment transaction data generated in Nigeria to be stored and processed within the country from January 2027, the policy aims to strengthen regulatory oversight, improve financial system resilience and reinforce Nigeria's digital sovereignty. For - [EnterpriseNGR Members' Night in Pictures](https://enterprisengr.com/enterprisengr-members-night-in-pictures/) - At EnterpriseNGR Members’ Night 2026, we brought together business leaders, policymakers, and key stakeholders to strengthen relationships and drive meaningful conversations on the future of Nigeria’s Financial and Professional Services (FPS) sector. Under the theme Strengthening Nigeria’s Insurance Sector: Insights for Growth, Stability, and Inclusion, we officially launched the State of Enterprise (SOE) 2026 Report, - [Recognising Potential Beyond Academia: Fatima Kesington on Youth Development, Career Growth, and Skills-Based Education](https://enterprisengr.com/recognising-potential-beyond-academia-fatima-kesington-on-youth-development-career-growth-and-skills-based-education/) - Fatima Kesington shares insights on youth development, career growth, workforce readiness, vocational education, and empowering young professionals in Nigeria. - [Annual Members’ Retreat](https://enterprisengr.com/annual-members-retreat/) - The Annual Members’ Retreat offered an important moment for EnterpriseNGR’s members to come together, reflect on progress and help shape the next phase of the organisation’s journey. Held in conjunction with the Fifth AGM, it was a space for thoughtful engagement on priorities, direction and shared responsibility. What made the retreat especially significant was not - [Asian Financial Forum 2026, Hong Kong](https://enterprisengr.com/asian-financial-forum-2026-hong-kong/) - EnterpriseNGR took Nigeria’s investment and financial-sector story into one of Asia’s most influential convening platforms. At the Asian Financial Forum in Hong Kong, EnterpriseNGR engaged global leaders, investors and market shapers on the forces reshaping capital, competitiveness and cross-border opportunity. The engagement reinforced EnterpriseNGR’s role as a credible bridge between domestic reform priorities and international - [EnterpriseNGR, in Collaboration with Industry Stakeholders, Leads Push to Transform Nigeria’s Insurance Sector](https://enterprisengr.com/insurance-sector-transformation-consultative-forum-2026/) - L–R: Mr. Wole Oshin, Group Chief Executive Officer, Custodian Investment Plc; Mrs. Olufunke Adenusi, mni, FCIB, Deputy President Nigerian Council of Registered Insurance Brokers (NCRIB); Obi Ibekwe, Chief Executive Officer, EnterpriseNGR; Mr. Bolaji Balogun, Chief Executive Officer, Chapel Hill Denham; Mr. Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, CFR, Chairman, EnterpriseNGR; Senator Tokunbo Abiru, Chairman, Senate Committee on Banking, Insurance and Other Financial Institutions; Mr. - [EnterpriseNGR Deepens Insurance Sector Engagement Through Courtesy Visit to NCRIB](https://enterprisengr.com/enterprisengr-deepens-insurance-sector-engagement-through-courtesy-visit-to-ncrib/) - Pictured L–R: Mr. Tope Adaramola, CEO, NCRIB; Mr. Oluwarotimi Akinrinade Adewole, Vice President, NCRIB; Mrs. Funke Adenusi, Deputy President, NCRIB; Mrs. Ekeoma E. Ezeibe, President, NCRIB; Obi Ibekwe, CEO, EnterpriseNGR; Lami Adekola, Director, Policy & Research, EnterpriseNGR; Omotayo Muritala, Head, Research, EnterpriseNGR; Anthony Bidokwu, Head, Corporate Communications & Branding, EnterpriseNGR As part of its continued commitment to advancing the growth and competitiveness - [Nigeria: A Compelling Investment Opportunity at Scale](https://enterprisengr.com/the-nigerian-investment-opportunity/) - Nigeria represents one of the most significant long term investment opportunities in emerging markets today. As Africa’s largest economy by population and one of its most diversified, Nigeria combines scale, reform momentum, and entrepreneurial energy in a way few frontier or emerging markets can match. With a population exceeding 220 million people and a median - [EnterpriseNGR 2026 Nigeria Macroeconomic Outlook](https://enterprisengr.com/2026-nigeria-macroeconomic-outlook/) - Nigeria enters 2026 from a position it has not occupied in years: macroeconomic recalibration is largely complete, and the conversation is shifting from adjustment to outcomes.EnterpriseNGR’s 2026 Macroeconomic Outlook: A Financial and Professional Services Perspective interrogates this moment, not as a forecast exercise alone, but as a strategic assessment of what Nigeria’s reform cycle has - [From Competition to Collaboration: The Promise of Open Banking in Nigeria](https://enterprisengr.com/from-competition-to-collaboration/) - Open Banking in Nigeria is set to reshape the financial sector by allowing customers to securely share data with third-party providers through standardized APIs. This customer-centric model fosters innovation, competition, and financial inclusion. Globally, open banking has delivered remarkable benefits: UK: Millions of consumers and businesses use secure data-sharing for tailored services and direct account-to-account Explore how Open Banking in Nigeria is transforming financial services. Learn about its benefits, global success stories, and Nigeria’s roadmap to build a secure, inclusive, and innovative financial ecosystem - [Nigeria’s FATF Exit: The Road to Financial Excellence](https://enterprisengr.com/nigerias-fatf-exit-the-road-to-financial-excellence/) - The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) is an intergovernmental body established in 1989 by the G7 to set global standards against money laundering, terrorist financing, and related threats to financial integrity. Its core mandate is to ensure that countries implement robust Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) frameworks and comply through regular - [The Future of Work in Nigeria: Building a Talent Powerhouse for Africa and the World](https://enterprisengr.com/the-future-of-work-in-nigeria/) - The “Future of Work” is transforming economies worldwide. Advances in technology, demographic shifts, and evolving social expectations are redefining how people work, the skills they need, and how organisations operate. Generative AI is revolutionising sectors like customer service, financial services, logistics, and data analytics, boosting productivity while creating new challenges. Nigeria at a Critical Juncture Explore how technology, demographics, and policy are shaping The Future of Work in Nigeria. Learn about key initiatives, challenges, and opportunities to build a talent powerhouse for Africa. - [The Shield and the Buffer: Redefining Insurance as Nigeria’s Financial Shock Absorber](https://enterprisengr.com/the-shield-and-the-buffer-redefining-insurance-as-nigerias-financial-shock-absorber/) - There’s an old myth that if a nuclear Armageddon were to wipe out life on Earth, cockroaches would be among the few survivors — crawling out of the wreckage to begin life anew. In the financial ecosystem, the insurance sector is expected to play a similar role: unglamorous, often overlooked, but ultimately resilient — the - [Building Tomorrow’s Workforce Today: Insights from Juliet Kekporo on Human Capital Transformation](https://enterprisengr.com/building-tomorrows-workforce-today-insights-from-juliet-kekporo-on-human-capital-transformation/) - “HR isn’t paperwork, it’s people work. It’s about creating cultures where performance meets purpose, and where individuals don’t just work, they flourish.” - Juliet Kekporo, Group Head, HR & Corporate Services, Human Investment Group Africa (HIGA). According to Juliet Kekporo, human resources is not an administrative function; it is the art and science of shaping - [Nigeria’s Insurance Reset: Strategic Implications of the 2025 Reform Act](https://enterprisengr.com/nigeria-insurance-2025-reform-act/) - The 2025 Nigeria Insurance Industry Reform Act marks a bold and transformative step towards modernising the country’s insurance landscape. With its sweeping overhaul of outdated laws and introduction of a unified regulatory framework, the Act is a strategic reset designed to build a more resilient, transparent, and inclusive insurance sector. Core of the Nigerian Insurance - [Boosting Economic Growth through Bank Recapitalisation: A Path to National Prosperity](https://enterprisengr.com/policy-insights-boosting-economic-growth-through-bank-recapitalisation/) - Nigeria is at a pivotal moment in its economic journey. With the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) enforcing new minimum capital requirements for banks by March 2026, the financial sector is being reshaped to better support national growth. This policy aims to strengthen banks’ resilience, boost lending capacity, and align with Nigeria’s ambition to become - [Lagos International Financial Centre (LIFC): From Vision to Execution](https://enterprisengr.com/lifc-vision-to-execution/) - The Lagos International Financial Centre (LIFC) project continues to gain momentum as EnterpriseNGR, in partnership with the Lagos State Government and TheCityUK (funded by the UK Government), advances Nigeria’s ambition to establish a globally competitive financial centre. Phase I of the project, completed earlier this year, produced a comprehensive report that assessed international best practices, - [EnterpriseNGR Celebrates Nigeria’s Next Generation of “Game Changers”, Graduates YOE Cohorts IV & V](https://enterprisengr.com/2025-yoe-graduation/) - L-R: Olamide Ajewole, YOE Administrator; Joy Abara, Head Programmes, EnterpriseNGR; Obi Ibekwe, CEO EnterpriseNGR; Iyinoluwa Adunade, Head, Corporate Communications and Branding, EnterpriseNGR at YOE Cohort IV and V graduation ceremony on Thursday. EnterpriseNGR, Nigeria’s leading advocate for the Financial and Professional Services (FPS) sector, has celebrated the graduation of Cohorts IV and V of - [Youth of Enterprise (YOE) Graduation || Cohort 4 & 5](https://enterprisengr.com/yoe-graduation-2025/) - EnterpriseNGR is proud to announce the graduation ceremony of the fourth and fifth cohorts of the Youth of Enterprise (YOE) Internship Programme, a flagship initiative designed to tackle youth unemployment and underemployment in Nigeria by equipping young Nigerians with the skills and experience needed to thrive in the workplace.The ceremony will highlight the transformative journey - [How Oluwasola Mercy's Internship at Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation Sparked a Powerful Shift from Self-Doubt to Confidence](https://enterprisengr.com/oluwasola-mercys-internship-at-aig-imoukhuede-foundation/) - Meet Oluwasola Mercy. During her YOE Internship, she worked with the AIG-Imoukhuede Foundation in an IT role, an experience that sparked a powerful shift from self-doubt to confidence. Mercy first learned about the Youth of Enterprise (YOE) Internship Programme through a WhatsApp group where job opportunities are shared. Taking a chance on the YOE opportunity - [EnterpriseNGR Appointed Chair of the African Roundtable of Financial Centres (ARFC), Sets Vision for Regional Integration and Global Competitiveness](https://enterprisengr.com/enterprisengr-appointed-chair-of-the-african-roundtable-of-financial-centres-arfc/) - EnterpriseNGR has officially assumed the chairmanship of the African Roundtable of Financial Centres (ARFC) a Chapter of the World Alliance of International Financial Centers (WAIFC), marking a pivotal milestone in Africa’s journey towards deeper financial integration and global visibility. At the inaugural African Roundtable session under the leadership of Obi Ibekwe, CEO of EnterpriseNGR, the - [Nigeria’s New Tax Law: Potential Positive Economic Impacts](https://enterprisengr.com/nigeria-tax-law/) - The Nigeria’s new Tax Law represents a transformative legislative initiative that consolidates all taxes previously governed by various laws into a unified framework. Its potential positive economic impacts include: 1. Increased Job Creation: With lower tax rates and a more business-friendly environment, companies will have more resources to scale and hire additional staff. This will - [EnterpriseNGR Releases State of Enterprise 2025 Report, Spotlighting Nigeria’s Financial and Professional Services (FPS) Sector](https://enterprisengr.com/enterprisengr-releases-soe-2025-report/) - EnterpriseNGR has officially launched the 2025 edition of its State of Enterprise (SOE) Report, a flagship publication providing a comprehensive and data-driven overview of the performance, challenges, and opportunities within Nigeria’s Financial and Professional Services (FPS) sector. The SOE 2025 Report spans a broad range of the FPS sub-sectors—including Banking, Insurance, Capital markets, Asset management, - [The SOE Report 2025 in Pictures: A Visual Journey Through Nigeria’s Culture](https://enterprisengr.com/soe2025culture/) - Cultural Symbols: A Window into Nigeria’s Soul The State of Enterprise 2025 Report features three significant cultural symbols: Nsibidi, an ancient ideographic script representing peace, love, unity, and strength; the Cowrie, a symbol of trade, prosperity, and ancestral wisdom; and the Arewa Knot, embodying unity, strength in diversity, and intertwined destinies. Each symbol is accompanied - [How Mariya Auwal’s YOE Internship Experience at Access Bank Helped to Kickstart Her Career](https://enterprisengr.com/yoe-spotlight-mariyaauwal/) - When a social media ad for the Youth of Enterprise (YOE) Internship Programme popped up on Mariya Auwal’s phone, she had no idea it would mark the beginning of a life-changing chapter. Today, she is not only a proud alumna of the YOE programme but a rising professional in the banking industry. A proof of - [Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Finance Endorses Lagos International Financial Centre (LIFC)](https://enterprisengr.com/nigerias-federal-ministry-of-finance-endorses-lagos-international-financial-centre-lifc/) - The Federal Government has officially endorsed the establishment of the Lagos International Financial Centre (IFC), a strategic initiative to position Nigeria as a leading global financial hub. During a high-level meeting with EnterpriseNGR, TheCityUK, and senior Lagos State Government officials in Abuja, the Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale - [EnterpriseNGR Hosts Q1 2025 Members’ Night: Showcases Lagos International Financial Centre (LIFC) Vision and Calls for Media Partnership in Repositioning Nigeria](https://enterprisengr.com/enterprisengr-hosts-q1-2025-members-night/) - EnterpriseNGR, Nigeria’s leading advocacy group for the Financial and Professional Services (FPS) sector, held its first Quarterly Members’ Night (QMN) of 2025 on March 26th, bringing together industry leaders, government executives, and media stakeholders in a high-level engagement focused on advancing Nigeria’s transformation into a globally competitive financial hub. Themed around “Strengthening Brand Nigeria Through - [Q1 2025 Quarterly Members’ Night in Pictures](https://enterprisengr.com/q1-2025-quarterly-members-night/) - EnterpriseNGR’s QMN Q1 2025 edition focused on the role of media in promoting Nigeria’s Financial and Professional Services (FPS) sector. Under the theme Building Brand Nigeria, C-level executives convened to explore how strategic media engagement and involvement can showcase industry innovations and elevate our nation’s economic profile. The event served as a vibrant platform for - [Youth of Enterprise (YOE) Alumni Spotlight: Pelumi Abiwo’s Internship Success Story](https://enterprisengr.com/yoe-spotlight-pelumi-abiwo/) - Meet Pelumi Abiwo! During his YOE internship, he worked with Coronation Merchant Bank as a Card/Domestic Operations Officer, where he was eventually retained. Pelumi first learned about the YOE Internship Programme through social media. Seeing it as a great opportunity, he applied and was selected, marking the start of a transformative experience in his professional - [Bridging the Gap between Academic Preparation and Workplace Readiness: Insights from Tinuke Bosun-Okusaga](https://enterprisengr.com/bridging-the-gap-between-academic-preparation-and-workplace-readiness/) - “Nigerian graduates are driven and ambitious. They go against all odds to pursue their dreams.” – Tinuke Bosun-Okusaga, Management Consultant In a rapidly evolving job market, where ambition meets opportunity, Nigerian youth continue to defy barriers to carve out meaningful careers. Yet, bridging the gap between academic preparation and workplace readiness demands intentional strategies from job - [2025 WAIFC Young Academic Award: Call for Submissions](https://enterprisengr.com/2025-waifc-young-academic-award/) - Are you a young academic with groundbreaking ideas for the future of finance? The World Alliance of International Financial Centers (WAIFC) invites you to compete for the 2025 WAIFC Young Academic Award, offering a €3,000 prize and a global platform to showcase your research. Building on Nigeria's recent success, where Adebodun Adebayo secured the first runner-up position - [The Nigeria Tax Bill 2024: An Intricate Interrogation](https://enterprisengr.com/the-nigeria-tax-bill-2024-an-intricate-interrogation/) - The NTB represents a significant overhaul of the country's tax framework, introducing key reforms aimed at enhancing compliance, expanding the tax base, and stimulating economic growth. The NTB incorporates a comprehensive taxpayer identification system, a progressive personal income tax regime, digital transformation in tax administration, and adjustments to corporate and value-added taxation. Notably, it mandates - [EnterpriseNGR, Lagos State, Progress in Establishing Lagos International Financial Centre (LIFC): Building Africa’s Premier Financial Centre](https://enterprisengr.com/lagos-international-financial-centre-lifc/) - A well-developed and efficient capital market is fundamental to the success of any International Financial Centre (IFC). It serves as the backbone for economic growth, attracting investments, enhancing liquidity, and fostering financial innovation. Recognizing this, EnterpriseNGR, in partnership with the Lagos State Government, convened a high-level engagement with the Chief Executive Officers of Nigeria’s licensed - [Closing Nigeria's Exclusion Gap](https://enterprisengr.com/closing-nigerias-exclusion-gap/) - In recent times, growth in financial inclusion has accelerated quite a bit, with at least 76% of adults having a bank or mobile account globally, up from just 51% in 2011. However, approximately 1.4 billion adults do not use formal financial services that encompass essential services like payments, savings, credit, and insurance. Unfortunately, a greater number - [Facilitating Listings in Nigeria’s Capital Markets: The Quick-win Solutions](https://enterprisengr.com/nigeria-capital-markets/) - Listing provides companies with a tradeoff between liability, high-interest rate, capital repayment, and equity ownership. It is also one of the top contributors to the performance of capital markets. The fastest-growing markets between 2021 and 2022, including Nasdaq-US, Shanghai Stock Exchange, Euronext, and Tel-Aviv Stock Exchange, are also among the largest hosts of listed companies. - [Lagos City Branding: Boosting Nigeria's Economic Growth](https://enterprisengr.com/lagos-city-branding/) - To grow the domestic economy, nations, among other things, depend on inflows of investments, talent, and tourists from around the world. However, only a few locations are ranked in the top destination list of investors, tourists, and visitors despite the enormous social and economic asset base that nations possess. Most times, countries’ reputation poorly matches - [Generative AI: Opportunities for Value Creation in the Financial Services Sector](https://enterprisengr.com/generative-ai/) - In the financial services sector, generative AI (gen AI) is emerging as a transformative tool, reshaping traditional methods and amplifying efficiency in ways that were once unimaginable. Generative AI is a type of artificial intelligence designed to create new content, such as text, images, audio, video, or even code, that resembles human-made output. It uses - [Sustainable Finance: Enhancing Participation Today](https://enterprisengr.com/sustainable-finance/) - A profound transformation is sweeping through the world of investments as investors, once solely focused on financial returns, are now seeking something more, exploring opportunities that promise competitive financial returns and carry the banner of sustainability. Industry leaders are fast recognising that a balanced approach to wealth accumulation, one that considers not just profits but - [Navigating Out of the Financial Action Task Force’s Grey-listing: Lessons for Nigeria](https://enterprisengr.com/financial-action/) - The financial and professional services sector, encompassing banking, insurance, capital markets, asset management, pensions, non-interest finance, FinTech, legal, and sustainable finance services, is a cornerstone of economic growth. While this sector facilitates legitimate financial transactions, and supports economic productivity of the wider economy, it can also be exploited for activities detrimental to the economy, such - [Solving Nigeria’s Youth Unemployment Crisis from Three Different Lenses](https://enterprisengr.com/unemployment/) - The International Labour Organisation (ILO) projects the global unemployment rate to rise slightly from 5.1% in 2023 to 5.2% by the end of 2024, amounting to an additional 2 million unemployed people and pushing aggregate unemployment to 190.8 million. Young people fare badly, with the unemployment rate up to four times that of adults (3.9% - [Youth of Enterprise (YOE): 2024, What a Year!](https://enterprisengr.com/youth-of-enterprise-yoe-2024-what-a-year/) - Youth of Enterprise (YOE) has had an eventful year! We made significant progress with advancing our vision and working to address the high unemployment and underemployment crisis in Nigeria. Some of our key achievements in 2024 include: Attracted 37,999 candidates into our talent pipeline in 2024, an indication of YOE’s appeal to the young Nigerian - [Navigating the Talent Landscape, Strategies for Job Seekers and Organizations to Thrive: Insights from Attracta Kanebi on HR, Talent Development, and Youth Empowerment](https://enterprisengr.com/navigating-the-talent-landscape-strategies-for-job-seekers-and-organizations-to-thrive-insights-from-attracta-kanebi-on-hr-talent-development-and-youth-empowerment/) - Nigerian young talents are self-motivated and passionate about making meaningful impact. However, navigating the job market or building a sustainable workforce requires strategies that align with the changing dynamics of the global labor market. Attracta Kanebi, a Leader in Human Resources shares practical insights on navigating the talent landscape. She is a Human Resources Manager - [Adeola Adesola's Transformative Journey: From YOE Intern to Custodian Investment Plc. Employee](https://enterprisengr.com/adeola-adesolas-transformative-journey-from-yoe-intern-to-custodian-investment-plc-employee/) - Meet Adeola Adesola, a proud alumni of the Youth of Enterprise (YOE) Internship Programme from Cohort III. During her time in the programme, she interned with Custodian Investment Plc in Oyo State, where she was eventually retained. Adeola first learned about the YOE Internship Programme through a job search group on Telegram. Inspired by the - [Q4 2024 Quarterly Members’ Night in Pictures](https://enterprisengr.com/q4-2024-quarterly-members-night-in-pictures/) - Our Quarterly Members’ Night (QMN) is an eminent gathering where C-level executives in Nigeria’s Financial and Professional Services (FPS) sector connect, share insights, and celebrate EnterpriseNGR’s achievements. The Q4 2024 edition, sponsored by PwC Nigeria (one of our Founding Members), held in November and highlighted the transformative impact of the Youth of Enterprise (YOE) Internship - [Global Recognition for Nigerian Talent: Adebodun Adebayo Emerges as the 2nd Winner at World Alliance of International Financial Centres (WAIFC) Young Academic Awards 2024](https://enterprisengr.com/global-recognition-for-nigerian-talent-adebodun-adebayo-emerges-as-the-2nd-winner-at-world-alliance-of-international-financial-centres-waifc-young-academic-awards-2024/) - Adebodun Adebayo, Senior Strategy Analyst at the Nigerian Exchange Group (one of EnterpriseNGR’s Founding Members), has achieved an impressive second place in the prestigious 2024 World Alliance of International Financial Centres (WAIFC) Young Academic Award. The recognition was announced during the WAIFC Annual General Meeting held in Tokyo, Japan in October. His paper, titled “Financial - [EnterpriseNGR Hosts Its 2024 Members Retreat, Reflecting on Achievements in the Outgoing Year](https://enterprisengr.com/enterprisengr-hosts-its-2024-members-retreat-reflecting-on-achievements-in-the-outgoing-year/) - In November, we held our Members Retreat, a key platform for engaging our Members in reviewing EnterpriseNGR’s strategic direction and accomplishments since inception. The retreat provided an opportunity to showcase the milestones and partnerships driving our vision to position Nigeria as Africa’s leading financial services hub. Highlights of 2024 included the signing of Memorandum of - [Progress in Establishing Lagos International Financial Centre (LIFC): LIFC Working Group Holds Inaugural Meeting](https://enterprisengr.com/progress-in-establishing-lagos-international-financial-centre-lifc-lifc-working-group-holds-inaugural-meeting/) - The Lagos International Financial Centre (LIFC) project achieved a major milestone in November with the successful convening of its first working group meeting in Lagos. 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The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), reports that EnterpriseNGR is a professional policy and advocacy group established with the objective of promoting and advocating for the Financial and Professional Services (“FPS”) sector of Nigeria. This is with a view to - [Nigeria’s EnterpriseNGR Partners with Mauritius, Morocco, and Rwanda to Establish WAIFC Africa Roundtable, Strengthen Continent’s Financial Centres](https://enterprisengr.com/nigerias-enterprisengr-partners-with-mauritius-morocco-and-rwanda-to-establish-waifc-africa-roundtable-strengthen-continents-financial-centres/) - EnterpriseNGR, a member-led professional advocacy group promoting the Nigerian Financial and Professional Services (FPS) sector, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to set up the Africa Roundtable of Financial Centres – a chapter of the World Alliance of International Financial Centres (WAIFC). 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With a vision to empower Nigerian youth, the YOE Internship Programme offers invaluable paid internship - [EnterpriseNGR empowers 100 graduates](https://enterprisengr.com/enterprisengr-empowers-100-graduates/) - EnterpriseNGR’s Youth of Enterprise (YOE) internship programme, an initiative designed to address youth unemployment and underemployment in Nigeria, celebrated a significant milestone with the graduation ceremony of its second cohort. Themed ‘Paving the Way for Career Success,’ the event, held on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, marked a pivotal moment for over 100 young interns across - [Sanwo-Olu signs executive order creating Lagos Int’l Financial Council](https://enterprisengr.com/sanwo-olu-signs-executive-order-creating-lagos-intl-financial-council/) - Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has signed an Executive Order, establishing the Lagos International Financial Centre, LIFC, Council as part of efforts at positioning Lagos as Africa’s premier global financial hub. 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Yemi Osinbajo, the vice president of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, will be the special guest of honour. Same as Bayo Ogunlesi, chairman and managing partner of Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP), the $75 billion infrastructure fund - [Lagos, EnterpriseNGR holds second LIFC council meeting](https://enterprisengr.com/lagos-enterprisengr-holds-second-lifc-council-meeting/) - The Lagos State Government and EnterpriseNGR have announced the conclusion of the second meeting of the Lagos International Financial Centre Council meeting. The meeting was held at the Governor’s Office, Ikeja, Lagos, on Wednesday, according to a statement. The Lagos International Financial Centre was established through an executive instrument issued by the Governor of Lagos - [Obi Ibekwe joins World Alliance of International Financial Centers](https://enterprisengr.com/obi-ibekwe-joins-world-alliance-of-international-financial-centers/) - Obi Ibekwe, the CEO of EnterpriseNGR, a Nigerian financial hub, has been appointed to the board of the World Alliance of International Financial Centers (WAIFC). The appointment was announced at the organisation’s annual general meeting held in New York, United States. WAIFC is a global network of leading financial centres that is dedicated to promoting - [Lagos, EnterpriseNGR inaugurate International Financial Centre to drive investment](https://enterprisengr.com/lagos-enterprisengr-inaugurate-international-financial-centre-to-drive-investment/) - The Lagos State Government on Friday inaugurated the Lagos International Financial Centre Council as part of efforts to drive investment in the state. The inauguration comes against the background of collaboration between Lagos State and EnterpriseNGR, a member-led advocacy group that promotes the growth and development of Nigeria’s Financial and Professional Services (FPS) sector as - [EnterpriseNGR Launches The Youth of Enterprise (YOE) Internship Programme To Bridge Skills Gap in Corporate Nigeria](https://enterprisengr.com/enterprisengr-launches-the-youth-of-enterprise-yoe-internship-programme/) - EnterpriseNGR, a professional advocacy group championing the transformation of Nigeria to the premier financial services center in Africa, today announced the launch of their Youth of Enterprise (YOE) Internship Programme designed to help address national youth unemployment and enhance Nigeria’s future productive capacity. Currently, about 55% of unemployed Nigerians are youth aged 15 – 34 - [Lessons from YOE’s Community Webinar on Financial Literacy with Adaora Obikili](https://enterprisengr.com/lessons-from-yoes-community-webinar-on-financial-literacy-with-adaora-obikili/) - Lessons from YOE’s Community Webinar on Financial Literacy with Adaora Obikili Building wealth is a journey that requires a combination of smart financial habits, strategic investments, and long-term planning. Whether you’re just starting or looking to optimize your existing financial strategy, here are some highlights from YOE's August community webinar that can help you scale - [The State of Enterprise 2022 Report](https://enterprisengr.com/the-state-of-enterprise-2022-report/) - Following the pandemic-induced -1.9% contraction in the economy in 2020, Nigeria’s economy enjoyed a growth rate of 3.4% in 2021. This report analyses the supportive, facilitative and central role played by the FPS sector in supporting Nigeria’s positive economic growth and demonstrates the importance of the sector to the economy. Click to download the report - [The State of Enterprise 2023 Report](https://enterprisengr.com/the-state-of-enterprise-2023-report/) - In 2022, Nigeria’s economy experienced a slowdown in GDP growth to 3.3%, an uptick in inflation to 18.9%, and an increased debt-to-GDP ratio of 23.2%. Despite the economic challenges, the Financial and Professional Services (FPS) sector demonstrated resilience and experienced growth across its subsectors. Click to download the report - [The State of Enterprise 2024 Report](https://enterprisengr.com/the-state-of-enterprise-2024-report/) - DOWNLOAD REPORT In 2023, Nigeria’s FPS sector delivered improved performance across the nine classified sub-sectors, which include Banking, Insurance, Capital Markets, Asset Management, Pensions, Non-interest Finance, FinTech (Financial Technology), Professional Services and Sustainable Finance. Significant positive impacts on people, businesses and the economy were recorded, despite heightened inflation, increased production costs, exchange rate depreciation and - [Youth of Enterprise Celebrates International Women’s Day](https://enterprisengr.com/youth-of-enterprise-celebrates-international-womens-day/) - Nigeria is faced with economic challenges such as inflation and food insecurity which has led to a decline in living standards for many. 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