OPay Expands Scholarship Programme to Empower Nigerian Students with Skills and Career Opportunities OPay has partnered with Google to expand its N1.2 billion scholarship programme by introducing an Innovation Challenge aimed at helping Nigerian students
Nigerian Banks Race to Meet CBN Capital Requirements as Five Banks Face Regulatory Challenges Nigeria’s banking sector is currently undergoing one of its biggest financial reforms in years as the Central Bank of Nigeria pushes banks to meet new recapitalisation requirements aimed at strengthening the country’s financial system. The development has become a
Nigeria may soon witness another major industrial transformation as Dangote Industries Limited begins plans for a multi-billion-dollar deep seaport project at the Olokola Free Trade Zone in Ogun State. The proposed seaport, which will cover more than 10,000 hectares, is expected to improve trade, create jobs, boost exports, and support
Nestlé Technical Training Initiative Opens More Opportunities for Nigerian Youths Nestlé Nigeria Plc has continued to strengthen youth empowerment and technical education in Nigeria through its Technical Training Initiative, with over ₦6 billion invested in vocational and industrial skill development over the last 15 years. The company recently celebrated the
Women-led organisations looking for long-term funding opportunities can benefit from the newly announced Sustainability Grant for Gender Equality Initiatives in Fiji. The programme is designed to support grassroots groups, women’s networks, and organisations working to improve the lives of women and marginalised communities. The grant provides flexible funding for
FirstBank Introduces Visa Signature and Naira Debit Cards First Bank of Nigeria, in partnership with Visa, has launched two new payment cards designed to improve digital banking and support Nigeria’s growing cashless economy. The newly introduced Visa Signature Card is targeted at premium customers, while the Naira Visa Debit Card is designed to give
Lagos Government Expands Archery Programme Across Secondary Schools The Lagos State Sports Commission has launched a new initiative aimed at introducing archery into public secondary schools across Lagos State as part of efforts to develop sporting talents from the grassroots. The programme, organised in partnership with the Lagos State Archery Association,
The Executive Secretary and CEO of National Sugar Development Council, Kamar Bakrin.Photo Credit: NSDC Nigeria’s Sugar Industry Could Become a Major Source of Jobs and Economic Growth The Executive Secretary and Chief Executive Officer of the National Sugar Development Council, Kamar Bakrin, has revealed that developing Nigeria’s sugar industry could create hundreds
As economic challenges continue to affect many Nigerians, empowerment programmes and business grants are becoming important sources of support for entrepreneurs and small business owners. In a major move to promote entrepreneurship and community development, PremiumTrust Bank partnered with the Hallelujah Challenge Corporate Social Responsibility team to empower
Government empowerment schemes in 2026 continue to play a major role in reducing poverty, supporting small businesses, and creating job opportunities across developing economies. These programs are designed to provide financial support, vocational training, and business opportunities to citizens who need help building sustainable livelihoods. In Nigeria and
















