World-Class Music Training Comes to Lagos: Tiwa Savage & Berklee College Join Forces

Adetutu A, The Insights 28 February 2026

A major new music education programme is set to transform Nigeria’s creative scene as Tiwa Savage Music Foundation partners with the prestigious Berklee College of Music to bring elite training to Lagos, Nigeria, from April 23 – 26, 2026. This initiative aims to unlock opportunities for

Fully Funded and Partially Funded Scholarships Abroad Nigerians Can Apply For in 2026

Adetutu A, The Insights 27 February 2026

Thousands of Nigerians are currently benefiting from fully funded and partially funded scholarships in Europe, the UK and other countries. These scholarships cover tuition, travel costs and living expenses — making it possible to study abroad without heavy financial pressure.  This opportunity is especially important for young Nigerians and

NNPC to Export New Crude Grade “Cawthorne” in March – Opportunities for Nigerians

Adetutu A, The Insights 26 February 2026

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited has announced that Nigeria will begin exporting a new light, sweet crude grade called Cawthorne in March. This move aims to boost oil production, increase exports, and strengthen Nigeria’s position within the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries as it seeks higher production targets.  Cawthorne crude has an

Lagos completes repairs on section of Lekki–Ajah Expressway in record time

Adetutu A, The Insights 26 February 2026

The Lagos State Government has completed repairs on a key section of the Lekki–Ajah Expressway.  The nine-kilometre stretch, from Chevron to Admiralty Way (Lagos-bound), was finished in 27 days, earlier than the planned 41 days. The project covers part of a wider 28-kilometre rehabilitation planned for both the Lagos-bound and Epe-bound lanes.  Officials confirm early

RCCG Offers Free Digital Skills Training for 8,400 Nigerians

Adetutu A, The Insights 25 February 2026

The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Continent 3, is giving Nigerians an opportunity to acquire free digital skills as part of the celebrations for the 84th birthday of its General Overseer, Pastor Enoch Adeboye. This programme targets youths, young adults, church members, and the public, aiming to equip them with practical skills for

Free JAMB Registration for 1,000 Students: New Foundation Programme Brings Hope to Nigerian Youth 

Adetutu A, The Insights 25 February 2026

A non-profit foundation has launched a new education support initiative to sponsor free JAMB registration for 1,000 eligible Nigerian students in Port Harcourt, Lagos and Abuja.  The programme is designed to help students who are unable to afford the cost of registering for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination organised by the Joint Admissions and

Fidelity Bank launches HerFidelity Apprenticeship Programme 2.0 to support women entrepreneurs 

Adetutu A, The Insights 24 February 2026

Fidelity Bank Plc has launched the second edition of its women-empowerment initiative, the HerFidelity Apprenticeship Programme (HAP) 2.0, to help women gain practical skills and build sustainable businesses across Nigeria.  The programme builds on the first edition held in 2023 and has been redesigned to deliver stronger mentorship, better

How Nigerians Can Benefit from the New $500 Million Agriculture Loan

Adetutu A, The Insights 24 February 2026

The World Bank is set to approve a $500 million agriculture loan for Nigeria, aimed at boosting farming, food production and rural livelihoods across the country.  This funding is expected to support farmers, agribusiness owners and food processors at a time when many Nigerians are struggling with high food prices.  What the loan is meant to

Fire guts old terminal at Lagos airport, FAAN confirms no casualty 

Adetutu A, The Insights 23 February 2026

A fire outbreak has affected the old terminal building at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos.  The facility, which is currently undergoing a major renovation, was impacted earlier today. The incident was confirmed by the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN).  According to FAAN’s Director of Public Affairs and

BOI donates 30-room hostel to support medical students at UNIZIK Teaching Hospital, Nnewi

Adetutu A, The Insights 23 February 2026

UNIZIK Gate The Bank of Industry (BOI) has officially handed over a newly completed 30-room hostel block for medical students at the College of Health Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), located inside the **Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital (NAUTH), Nnewi campus in Anambra State.  The facility was received by the Vice-Chancellor, Prof.