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This case study examines the strategic initiatives implemented by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) in fostering financial inclusion within the country. Financial inclusion, defined as the access and usage of affordable financial services by individuals and businesses, is crucial for economic development and poverty reduction. The CBN has recognized the significance of financial inclusion and has undertaken various measures to enhance accessibility and promote financial literacy among under-served populations. This study explores the key initiatives undertaken by the CBN, such as the implementation of agent banking, mobile money services, and the establishment of the National Financial Inclusion Strategy. It analyzes the impact of these initiatives on improving financial access, deepening financial literacy, and promoting economic empowerment. The findings of this case study contribute to the understanding of effective strategies for fostering financial inclusion and can inform policymakers and stakeholders in Nigeria and other similar contexts.

The study aimed to analyze the relationship between entrepreneurship education and graduate employment in Nasarawa State, addressing rising unemployment among graduates despite entrepreneurship education being part of their curriculum. A sample size of 120 was used, and data analysis was conducted using multiple regression techniques. The study found that the entrepreneurship curriculum and educator's competency significantly influence graduate business start-ups. The content of the curriculum and educators' competence are essential for driving graduate business start-ups. The study also highlighted the importance of entrepreneurship education proxies in enhancing the growth and development of skills and experiences of educators in universities. However, some educators lack the necessary skills for efficient entrepreneurship course delivery. The study recommends that curriculum content should be more practical and educators should be adequately trained

Research studies by academics, financial experts and development economists have all harped on the imperativeness of promoting the establishment of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) as an instrument for the economic development and engine of growth, as well as employment generation. However, various countries employ various strategies in promoting SMEs. One such strategy is the Business Incubation Strategy, where potential entrepreneurs which cut across the broad spectrum of the economic sector, from the production of goods and services like tourism; are attached to well established businesses to learn and imbibe the rudiment of the business for a specified period. They are then given financial and logistics support for their start-ups; having learned the nitty-gritty of the trade. This paper is conceived to look at the influence of Business Incubation Services as a strategy in driving the performance of SMEs in the Tourism Industry in South Africa.