Microfinance and Entrepreneurial Development in Nigeria

Abstract

This research study investigates the impact of microfinance on entrepreneurial development of small scale enterprises in Nigeria and its global significance. Microfinance institutions world over and especially in Nigeria are identified to be one of the key players in the financial industry that have positively affected individuals, business organizations, other financial institutions, the government and the economy at large through the services they offer and the functions they perform in the economy.

Keywords: Microfinance, entrepreneurial development, entrepreneurship, small and medium-scale enterprises