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3MTT: How Nigerians Can Gain Free Tech Skills Through the 3 million Technical Talent Program 

Adetutu A, The Insights
The 3 million Technical Talent (3MTT) program is a federal initiative launched in October 2023 by the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA). It aims to train three million Nigerians in relevant digital and technical skills to prepare them for jobs in both local and international markets.  The programme aligns with Nigeria’s digital economy goals,

Lagos Distributes 8 million Free Clean Cookstoves to Tackle Health and Poverty — Here’s How You Can Benefit 

Adetutu A, The Insights
The Lagos State Government has launched a bold environmental and health-focused initiative to distribute 8 million clean cookstoves across all 57 Local Government Areas and LCDAs — starting with Makoko. This move is part of the larger 80 million Clean Cookstoves Project, aimed at improving household health, reducing air pollution, and tackling deforestation.  The

4,000 CNG Trucks to Replace Diesel Use Nationwide 

Adetutu A, The Insights
Alhaji Aliko Dangote, Chairman of Dangote Group.  In a major move toward affordable energy and environmental sustainability, Dangote Petroleum Refinery is investing ₦720 billion to deploy 4,000 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) trucks across Nigeria. This massive initiative aims to help reduce the country’s heavy dependence on diesel and petrol, especially for transporting

Income Below ₦800,000 Now Tax-Free 

Adetutu A, The Insights
Senator Solomon Adeola, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Finance  In a welcome development for many Nigerians, the federal government has implemented a tax reform that exempts individuals earning ₦800,000 or less annually from paying personal income tax. This policy is part of broader efforts to reduce the financial burden on low-income earners and small […]