Nigerians pursuing technical and vocational education can apply for the Ruth Titilayo Educational Foundation Technical and Vocational Scholarship 2027, which provides financial assistance to eligible students undertaking approved skills-based training. The scholarship is designed to
Co-founder of IJM, Oluwamayowa Adeogun; Talent and Client Success Manager at InnoPower Africa, Victor Williams Ikenna; Founder of Techeconomy, Peter Oluka; Head of Employability Unit at Lagos Innovates, Mathieu Michel; Head of Startups at Lagos Innovates, Olanike Aladeojebi; and Founder of Presibo, Jerry Nwobodo, at GrowthX by Techeconomy. Photo Credit : Punch Lagos
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu. Photo: LASG The Lagos State Government plans to increase electricity supply to more than 3,000 megawatts (MW) by March 2027, up from less than 1,000MW currently. The initiative aims to reduce blackouts, support businesses, and create a 24-hour economy. reported the announcement on October 11, 2026. How Lagos Plans to
Four prominent Nigerians — Aliko Dangote, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Mo Abudu and Burna Boy — have been named among Forbes Africa’s 15 Icons for 2026, highlighting their influence across business, global economic leadership, media and music. The recognition appears in Forbes Africa’s October-November 2026 anniversary edition, marking 15 years of the publication. The
At the Opening of Euphoria 30. Photo Credit : Femi Adebayo Opportunity Alert: Creative Skills Training for Young Nigerians Young Nigerians interested in filmmaking, content creation and entertainment have a new opportunity to watch out for. Nigerian actor and filmmaker Femi Adebayo has launched Euphoria360 Hub, a creative production facility in Oregun, Ikeja, Lagos,
The Federal Government has expanded its National Poverty Reduction with Growth Strategy (NPRGS), targeting about five million Nigerians for poverty reduction over the next four years. As part of the rollout, 700 youths in Oyo State completed a 10-day training programme covering Artificial Intelligence (AI), graphics design, fashion design and make-up artistry. The
Media Entrepreneur and Chief Executive Officer of EbonyLife Group, Mo Abudu… Photo Credit: Instagram | moabudu Nigerian filmmakers, actors, screenwriters and other creatives have a new international platform to watch as EbonyLife opens a cinema and cultural centre in London, United Kingdom. Founded by Nigerian media entrepreneur Mo Abudu, EbonyLife has launched
Deputy Minority Leader of the Senate, Senator Lere Oyewumi. Photo Credit : Lere Oyewumi Deputy Minority Leader of the Senate, Senator Lere Oyewumi, has provided ₦50,000 cash grants to 600 artisans across the 10 local government areas of Osun West Senatorial District. The empowerment programme is designed to help small business owners meet operational expenses […]
What Is the Emerging Leaders Programme? The UONGOZI Institute Emerging Leaders Programme (ELP) 2026/27 is a six-month, self-paced leadership development programme for mid-level executives working in any sector across Africa. It is implemented by UONGOZI Institute in collaboration with the HAUS Finnish Institute of Public Management. The programme starts in December
Airtel Nigeria Recognised for Innovation and Social Impact Airtel Nigeria has received two major honors at the 2026 MARKETING EDGE EDGE Awards, winning the Leadership Award in Corporate Social Responsibility and Most Innovative Telecom Operator of the Year. The 14th edition of the awards was held on September 25, 2026, at Ten Degrees Event Hall […]

















