Step-by-Step Guide to Applying for NELFUND Student Loan in Nigeria (2026)

Adetutu A, The Insights 27 July 2026

For many Nigerian students, paying tuition and other school expenses can be challenging. The NELFUND Student Loan offers interest-free financial support to eligible students in public tertiary institutions, helping them complete their education without immediate financial

Lagos Skills Training Programme 2026: How 1,200 Artisans Can Get Free Training, Working Tools and Grow Their Businesses

Adetutu A, The Insights 27 July 2026

The Lagos State Government has launched the 2026 Lagos Skills Training Programme, an initiative designed to equip 1,200 artisans and tradesmen with modern technical and entrepreneurial skills over an eight-week period.  Organised by the Ministry of Wealth Creation and Employment, the programme will not only provide free practical

Top International Film Festivals Young Nigerians Should Apply for in 2026–2027 

Adetutu A, The Insights 25 July 2026

The global film industry is becoming more accessible than ever, and international film festivals are no longer just places to showcase movies—they are platforms for networking, funding, mentorship, training, and career opportunities. Whether you’re a filmmaker, actor, screenwriter, cinematographer, editor, or producer, participating in

INEC Voter Registration Ends Sunday, July 26: Here’s How to Register Before the Deadline

Adetutu A, The Insights 25 July 2026

PHOTO CREDIT :INEC Eligible Nigerians have only a short time left to complete the INEC Voter Registration 2026, as the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise will officially close on Sunday, July 26, 2026.  If you are 18 years or older,

Moniepoint Partners African Leadership University to Train Future Tech Leaders: Here’s How You Can Benefit 

Adetutu A, The Insights 24 July 2026

Nigeria’s fast-growing fintech company, Moniepoint, has partnered with the African Leadership University (ALU) School of Business to launch a 13-week executive leadership programme aimed at developing the next generation of technology and business leaders.  The initiative is designed to strengthen leadership capacity

Katsina Expands Women Empowerment Programme to All 34 LGAs: Here’s How Women Can Benefit 

Adetutu A, The Insights 24 July 2026

Governor of Katsina State, Dikko Umaru Radda, while interacting with beneficiaries of the programme in Daura on Thursday. Photo: X | Dikko Radda The Katsina Women Empowerment Programme is set to reach more women following the announcement by Governor Dikko Radda that the Nigeria for Women Programme Scale-Up (NFWP-SU) will be expanded to all 34

FG Distributing 10 million Fertiliser Bags to Farmers: How to Benefit from the Renewed Hope Smallholder Support Programme

Adetutu A, The Insights 23 July 2026

The Federal Government of Nigeria, through the Bank of Agriculture (BOA), has launched the Renewed Hope Smallholder Support and Value Chain Programme, an initiative aimed at increasing food production and improving the livelihoods of farmers across the country.  The programme is expected to support over two million smallholder farmers by

Top 12 African Passports with the Best Visa-Free Travel Access in 2026: What Nigerians Can Learn 

Adetutu A, The Insights 23 July 2026

Travelling abroad for education, business, tourism, employment, or investment becomes much easier when you hold a passport with strong visa-free access. According to the Henley Passport Index 2026, African countries continue to improve their global mobility through stronger diplomatic ties and regional cooperation.  Unfortunately, Nigeria is

10 Scholarships Nigerians Can Still Apply for Before July Ends (2026 Guide)

Adetutu A, The Insights 22 July 2026

Why You Should Apply Now  If you’re a Nigerian student looking for financial support, July is your chance to secure funding for your education. Several scholarship programmes are still accepting applications or will open shortly. Here are some of the best opportunities. “A scholarship is more than financial support—it is an investment in your

Happy Woman Match Fund 2026: How Nigerian Women Entrepreneurs Can Access 50% Equipment Financing 

Adetutu A, The Insights 22 July 2026

What is the Happy Woman Match Fund?  The Happy Woman Match Fund is a new financing programme launched by Happy Woman Solutions Limited in partnership with Mayden Microfinance Bank to help women entrepreneurs purchase essential business equipment without paying the full cost upfront.  The initiative is designed to support