Reps Move to Curb Youth Unemployment Through Technical Education 

Adetutu A, The Insights 31 July 2025

Speaker Abbas Tajudeen. To tackle Nigeria’s growing youth unemployment crisis, the House of Representatives is pushing for the establishment of more vocational and technical institutions across the country. Speaker Abbas Tajudeen, represented by Auwal Gwadabe at a public hearing, emphasized the

Thrive Foundation Trains Over 100 Girls in Tech Skills 

Adetutu A, The Insights 31 July 2025

The Thrive Above and Beyond Foundation has taken a bold step to bridge the gender gap in the tech industry by empowering more than 100 girls between the ages of 15 and 20 with future-ready digital skills. Through a seven-day training programme tagged ‘Thrive Girls in STEM’, young participants were equipped with practical knowledge in […]

Nigerians to Earn Global Tech Degrees as Aptech Partners with German University 

Adetutu A, The Insights 30 July 2025

In a major boost for Nigerian students in technology, Aptech Nigeria has partnered with Germany’s International School of Management (ISM) to launch a globally recognized technical degree programme. This new initiative aims to equip Nigerian youths with internationally competitive qualifications, enhance employability, and create pathways to work abroad or with global

IREDE Foundation Launches Inclusive Hiring Toolkit to Empower Nigerians with Disabilities 

Adetutu A, The Insights 30 July 2025

The IREDE Foundation, a Lagos-based non-profit, has launched a Recruitment Toolkit designed to help employers and HR professionals adopt inclusive hiring practices for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs). Supported by the Lagos State Government, this initiative is part of the Foundation’s Disability Empowerment and Employability Project (DEEP).  Since 2012, The IREDE

Massive Boost for Education in Nasarawa

Adetutu A, The Insights 29 July 2025

The Nasarawa State Government has officially launched the Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) project in collaboration with the World Bank. This initiative will benefit 490 public secondary schools across the 13 Local Government Areas of the state.  Governor Abdullahi Sule, while flagging off the project in Lafia, explained that the

Digitvant Empowers Over 50,000 Small Businesses Through Market Monie Loans 

Adetutu A, The Insights 29 July 2025

Digitvant Microfinance Bank, an emerging name in Nigeria’s fintech space, has successfully supported over 50,000 small and medium businesses through its flagship loan product, Market Monie. The announcement was made during a press conference held at the bank’s branch in Ikeja, Lagos.  Licensed by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Digitvant is on a mission […]

Lagos to Host Africa’s Biggest Quality Awards and Exhibition 

Adetutu A, The Insights 28 July 2025

The African Quality Academy is set to host the 11th edition of the African Quality Congress, African Quality Achievements Awards (AQAA), and a Quality Exhibition, later this month at the prestigious Oriental Hotel in Victoria Island, Lagos. Themed “Managing Quality for Growth, Innovation, and Improvement,” the event aims to promote a culture of excellence, best […]

FG Targets 2 million Jobs Through Affordable Housing Scheme 

Adetutu A, The Insights 28 July 2025

Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa. The Federal Government has launched a major initiative—the Renewed Hope Social Housing Programme—to tackle Nigeria’s housing shortage and create over two million jobs nationwide. According to the Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa, this project will deliver 100 affordable homes in each of

How Lilian Afegbai Prepared for Success in To Kill a Monkey 

Adetutu A, The Insights 26 July 2025

Nollywood star, Lilian Afegbai. Nollywood star, Lilian Afegbai, has shared the inspiring story behind her role as Idia in the hit film To Kill a Monkey. According to her, the role was not just another acting gig but a defining moment where years of preparation finally aligned with the right opportunity.  Speaking in an interview, […]

Priscilla Ojo Sparks Joy Online with “Mom & Dad” Post

Adetutu A, The Insights 25 July 2025

Juma Jux And Priscy Nigerian social media was lit up on Thursday when Priscilla Ojo, daughter of Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo, shared beautiful maternity photos with her husband, Tanzanian singer Juma Jux. The photos, posted on her verified Instagram page (@its. priscy), came with the caption, “Mom & Dad. Blessed • Grateful • Thankful,” hinting […]