Workers Threaten Nationwide Protest Over Sachet Alcohol Ban in Nigeria 

Adetutu A, The Insights 27 January 2026

Employees of companies producing sachet alcohol and PET bottles under 200ml have raised alarms over the ban on their products, warning of a possible nationwide protest if the restriction is not reversed. The move comes as unions and civil society groups express concern over job losses and

WAEC Unveils CB-WASSCE 2026 Timetable for Private Candidates (First Series) 

Adetutu A, The Insights 27 January 2026

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has officially released the 2026 Common-Based West African Senior School Certificate Examination (CB-WASSCE) timetable for Private Candidates – First Series. The schedule gives critical dates, subjects, and times for candidates preparing for the examination.  Examination Dates and Format  According to the timetable

Paypaxe Launches Payroll and Financial Management Platform for Nigerian Businesses 

Adetutu A, The Insights 26 January 2026

Photo Credit : Paypaxe Nigerian fintech firm Paypaxe is rolling out a platform to help businesses automate salary payments, compute statutory deductions, and stay compliant with tax regulations. Founder Belema Mary Maxwell revealed that the web-based system is designed to make payroll processing straightforward, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises

US Steps Up Intelligence and Equipment Support for Nigeria’s Fight Against Terrorism 

Adetutu A, The Insights 26 January 2026

The United States military has announced an increase in intelligence sharing and equipment support for Nigeria as part of a broader effort to combat Islamic State (IS)-linked militants across Africa. This was disclosed by Lieutenant General John Brennan, Deputy Commander of the US Africa Command (AFRICOM), during a recent US–Nigeria security meeting held in

FG Opens 2026 Overseas Scholarships for Nigerian Postgraduate Students 

Adetutu A, The Insights 20 January 2026

 President Bola Tinubu The Federal Government of Nigeria has officially opened applications for the 2026 Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) Overseas Scholarship Scheme, giving Nigerian postgraduate students the chance to study abroad in the United Kingdom, Germany, France, and Malaysia.  This announcement was confirmed by Dada

Lagos Begins 2026 BECE Registration: What Schools and Parents Need to Know 

Adetutu A, The Insights 20 January 2026

The Lagos State Government has officially announced the start of registration for the 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) for public and private Junior Secondary Schools (JSS) across the state. This exercise is compulsory for all eligible JSS 3 students who will be sitting for the examination.  Registration will run from Monday, January 26 to […]

IMF Upgrades Nigeria’s 2026 Growth Forecast to 4.4%

Adetutu A, The Insights 19 January 2026

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised Nigeria’s economic growth projection for 2026 to 4.4%, up from earlier estimates. This reflects improving macroeconomic conditions, including rising foreign reserves, stabilising inflation, and ongoing economic reforms. Experts say this is a strong signal for investors, entrepreneurs, and job seekers that Nigeria’s economy

UBA Foundation Reaches Over 100,000 Nigerians and Africans with Food, Education and Hope 

Adetutu A, The Insights 19 January 2026

The UBA Foundation, the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) arm of United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, has supported over 100,000 vulnerable individuals across Nigeria and 19 African countries through its Food Bank and Giving Back initiative.  Between November 2025 and January 2026, the Foundation distributed food items, school materials, and cash gifts worth millions

LIRS Sets January 31 Deadline for 2025 Tax Returns: What Employers Need to Know 

Adetutu A, The Insights 17 January 2026

Deadline Reminder for Employers  The Lagos State Internal Revenue Service (LIRS) has reminded all employers in the state that the deadline to file 2025 annual tax returns is January 31, 2026. This applies to every business employing staff in Lagos and is in accordance with the Nigeria Tax Administration Act 2025.  What Employers Must File 

AFROVISION X 2026: How Nigerians Can Take Fashion, Film and Creative Talent to the Global Stage 

Adetutu A, The Insights 17 January 2026

Preparations are underway for AFROVISION X 2026, a month-long global festival celebrating African and Caribbean creativity. The event will run from June 1 to June 30, 2026, across Toronto, Brampton and Mississauga in Canada. Produced by Grandieu Inc., the festival will bring together creatives, investors, brands, governments and diaspora