How New Agricultural Technology Could Help Nigerian Farmers Increase Productivity and Access Finance

Adetutu A, The Insights 26 August 2026

Ambassador Afolabi Oke, African fth Region Global 2/ Mrs Mariam Okondugba CEO A4s 3Prof. Dr. Pradit Withisuphakorn (Advisory board Á4S) Nigeria’s agricultural sector is getting a new boost as A4S, an agricultural technology company, and Natari, an investment and project-development group,

Mastercard Foundation and CcHUB GATEWAY Programme: How Young Nigerians Can Gain Digital Skills and Access Global Jobs

Adetutu A, The Insights 26 August 2026

Young Nigerians looking to build careers online have a major opportunity through the GATEWAY Programme, a five-year initiative by the Mastercard Foundation and Co-Creation Hub (CcHUB).  The programme aims to train 400,000 young Nigerians and help participants access dignified opportunities in the global gig economy. It focuses on practical, AI-ready digital skills

Empowering the Girl Child: How Young Women Can Build a Stronger Future 

Adetutu A, The Insights 25 August 2026

Participants at the event Stakeholders at the graduation of the first cohort of the African Girl Guide 12-week Leadership and Empowerment Programme in Abuja have called for greater investment in girl-child education, leadership and skills development.  The programme graduated 37 young women, with 10 receiving outstanding awards. Speakers stressed that empowering girls

LEAP Africa Leadership Accelerator: How Young Nigerian Women Can Prepare for Leadership Opportunities

Adetutu A, The Insights 24 August 2026

LEAP Africa is helping young African women develop the skills, confidence and networks needed to pursue leadership roles and create meaningful change. Its Leadership Accelerator Programme (LAP) combines a free online learning phase, intensive bootcamp, capstone project and mentorship.  The programme has attracted thousands of women across Africa. The latest cohort

FG Free AI, Fashion Design & Makeup Training 2026: How Nigerians Can Apply

Adetutu A, The Insights 21 August 2026

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Young Nigerians looking to learn a profitable skill can take advantage of a new Federal Government training opportunity in Oyo State. Applications are open for the next cohort of the National Poverty Reduction with Growth Strategy (NPRGS) Technical and Vocational Upskilling Training Programme, offering training in Graphics/Artificial

Young Girl Calls Tony Elumelu “Tony”: The Viral Moment and the Powerful Lessons Nigerians Can Learn 

Adetutu A, The Insights 21 August 2026

A brief exchange between billionaire businessman and philanthropist Tony Elumelu and a young executive trainee has sparked a major conversation online about respect, workplace culture, confidence, communication and professional etiquette.  The video, which went viral on social media, reportedly occurred during an interactive session at a UBA Graduate Management

Lagos Trains 100 Youths in Event Planning: How Young Nigerians Can Turn the Skill into a Career

Adetutu A, The Insights 20 August 2026

Lagos State Commissioner for Wealth Creation and Employment, Akinyemi Ajigbotafe. 100 Young Lagosian Gain Event Planning Skills  The Lagos State Government has trained 100 young people in event planning and management, opening another pathway for youths interested in entrepreneurship, employment and the creative economy.  The maiden programme was organised by the

Chevening 2027: Nigerians Can Apply for a Fully Funded UK Master’s Scholarship 

Adetutu A, The Insights 20 August 2026

Applications Are Now Open  Nigerians seeking to pursue a master’s degree in the United Kingdom can now apply for the 2027–2028 Chevening Scholarship, one of the UK Government’s major international scholarship programmes. Applications opened on 4 August 2026 and close on 6 October 2026 at 11:00 UTC.  Chevening supports exceptional future leaders to study a […]

641 Nigerian Teens Gain Digital and Vocational Skills: How Young People Can Benefit 

Adetutu A, The Insights 19 August 2026

More than 641 teenagers in Abuja have received practical training in digital, creative and vocational skills, highlighting the growing importance of equipping young Nigerians with skills they can use beyond the classroom.  The programme was organised by Olivehill Development Initiative in collaboration with TOM Camp Outreach Ministries at Government Science Secondary

YouthDesk.ai: New AI Platform Helps Nigerians Find Jobs, Grants and Scholarships 

Adetutu A, The Insights 18 August 2026

The Founder of YouthDesk.ai, Alabi Opeyemi A new AI-powered platform, YouthDesk.ai, is seeking to make it easier for young Nigerians to discover jobs, scholarships, grants, internships, fellowships and training opportunities.  Launched by Alabi Opeyemi, the platform was created to address a common challenge: many young Nigerians struggle to find reliable information