{
  "id": 6078843,
  "title": "Firm Rolls Out ILO Programme to Build Nigeria’s SME Trainer Base",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/07/firm-rolls-out-ilo-programme-to-build-nigerias-sme-trainer-base",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-09-07T01:03:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "This Day",
    "slug": "this-day",
    "url": "https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/09/07/firm-rolls-out-ilo-programme-to-build-nigerias-sme-trainer-base/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": null,
  "summary": "The International Labour Organisation’s (ILO) Start and Improve Your Business (SIYB) Train-the-Trainer programme is set to launch in Lagos and Abuja, aimed at expanding the pool of professionals providing structured support to Nigeria's small businesses. The programme, designed for professionals working with entrepreneurs and small businesses, will run for two weeks and cover three core training packages: Generate Your Business Idea (GYBI), Start Your Business (SYB), and Improve Your Business (IYB). Participants will engage in practical tools such as business simulation games, role plays, and participant manuals covering various aspects of business planning and marketing. The initiative, spearheaded by Simply Exponential Consult, is supported by the Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA), highlighting the importance of structured business training in an environment where many small businesses struggle with fundamental viability.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}