ACCESS TO FINANCE The Need to Embrace Blockchain Technology as a Means of SME Funding Theme: "Blockchain Technology: The Pathway to the Future of Finance and Business Development" Lecture Delivered By *Moses O. Igharo* Head of Operations; HAAGEN Global Service Limited (A Cryptocurrency, Blockchain Development and Digital Financial Technology Company) *PROTOCOL* The Executive Governor of Edo State, His Excellency Senator Monday Okpebholo, ably represented; the Special Adviser to the Governor on Human Capital Development, Hon. Dr. Odaro Ize Omorogie; The Managing Director/CEO of Edo Shoe Manufacturing Company, Mr. Osemwengie Victor Odion; Distinguished guests; representatives of the World Bank; officials of the Federal Ministry of Education; ladies and gentlemen; graduating artisans and entrepreneurs. Good morning. I am honoured to stand before you today on behalf of HAAGEN Global Service Limited, a Cryptocurrency and Blockchain Development Company committed to developing inn...
DBN Opens Applications for its 2026 Entrepreneurship Training Programme (ETP) The Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN) has officially launched the 2026 Entrepreneurship Training Programme (ETP) , inviting ambitious micro, small and medium-enterprise (MSME) owners across Nigeria to access free business training, capacity-building support, and competitive grant opportunities . ( MSME Africa ) 🎯 What the DBN ETP Offers The DBN ETP is a flagship initiative designed to strengthen the skills, sustainability, and growth potential of MSMEs operating in Nigeria. It combines self-paced online learning with selected in-person workshops, mentorship, and the chance to win grant funding for high-performing participants. ( MSME Africa ) Key benefits include: 📘 Free Business Training – Entrepreneurs receive access to core modules on business management, financial literacy, marketing, sustainability, and more through the DBN BizAid Learning Management System (LMS). ( MSME Africa ) 🤝 Cap...