MTN Foundation invests ₦32 billion in health, education and community development in Nigeria 

Adetutu A, The Insights 3 March 2026

The MTN Nigeria Foundation has announced a major investment of over ₦32 billion to support healthcare services, scholarships, and community development programs across Nigeria. This initiative is part of MTN’s ongoing commitment to social responsibility and national

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

Zuckerberg Admits Regret Over Slow Action on Underage Instagram Users 

Adetutu A, The Insights 19 February 2026

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg  Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has publicly acknowledged shortcomings in his company’s efforts to identify and restrict children under 13 from using Instagram — during a high‑profile legal trial in Los Angeles.   What Happened in Court?  In a landmark lawsuit brought by American families, Zuckerberg

Hackathon Channels Funding and Skills into Student Tech Startups in Nigeria and Ghana 

Adetutu A, The Insights 19 February 2026

Photo credit :Better Africa Foundation Africa’s innovation space is getting a fresh boost as 775 young developers from Nigeria and Ghana took part in the NextGen Developers Hackathon 1.0 — a programme created to support students and early-stage tech founders who are often left out of major competitions.  The hackathon was organised by the Better […]

FG Launches GROW Fund to Support 6,122 Youth Entrepreneurs 

Adetutu A, The Insights 18 February 2026

The Federal Government of Nigeria has unveiled the GROW Fund, a new financing window designed to help 6,122 young entrepreneurs who completed the Inspire, Create, Start and Scale (ICSS) programme to access affordable business loans.  The initiative is powered by Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN), in partnership with Deutsche

BOI and MTN Foundation Launch ₦1bn Fund to Support Women Entrepreneurs in Nigeria 

Adetutu A, The Insights 16 February 2026

Bank of Industry (BOI) and the MTN Foundation have signed a partnership to create a ₦1 billion Matching Fund to support women-led micro and small businesses across Nigeria.  The fund will run under the Y’ellopreneur 3.0 programme and is designed mainly for women who run viable businesses but cannot access bank loans because they lack

Global Design & Cultural Events in 2026: How Nigerians Can Benefit and Take Part 

Adetutu A, The Insights 11 February 2026

In 2026, major design and cultural fairs will take place across different countries, bringing together creatives, entrepreneurs, students and cultural leaders. These events showcase fashion, crafts, digital design, film, photography, interior design and creative technology.  For Nigerians, platforms like Design Week Lagos and other

NASRDA Urges Technology Skills to Tackle Youth Unemployment in Nigeria 

Adetutu A, The Insights 10 February 2026

The National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA), in partnership with Grassroots Bridge Builders (GBB), has called for stronger investment in technology-driven skills to help Nigerian youths secure jobs, reduce unemployment and curb social vices.  The call was made at the official launch of the NASRDA/Grassroots Bridge Builders Skills Development Project

CAC to Register 3,500 Small Businesses for Free Across Nigeria – How You Can Benefit 

Adetutu A, The Insights 10 February 2026

The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has announced a new nationwide initiative to register 3,500 small businesses for free across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).  This move is aimed at helping small business owners reduce start-up costs and join the formal economy.  What the Free CAC Registration Means  The free