Lagos Partners with Banks to Empower 10,000 MSMEs with Loans Up to N10m 

Adetutu A, The Insights 8 May 2025

The Lagos State Government has launched a new initiative to support Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) with access to affordable funding. In partnership with the Bank of Industry (BOI) and Sterling Bank, the state introduced the Lagos State–BOI–Sterling Bank MSME Access to Finance

British Council Launches Festival Connect Fund 2025: A Gateway to Cultural Collaboration 

Adetutu A, The Insights 6 May 2025

Photo Credit:ngBritish Instagram The British Council has officially announced the second edition of the Festival Connect Fund, an exciting initiative designed to foster collaborative festival projects between Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) and the United Kingdom (UK). With up to £100,000 in available funding, this opportunity is tailored for festivals that seek to promote

ROGEAP and Ecobank to Train 50 Solar Energy SMEs in Lagos and Abuja 

Adetutu A, The Insights 29 April 2025

The Regional Off-Grid Electricity Access Project (ROGEAP), in partnership with Ecobank Nigeria, is set to empower 50 small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the solar energy sector through a free three-day Entrepreneurship Business Training Workshop. The training will take place in Lagos and Abuja, focusing on equipping participants with essential skills to thrive in the

SMEDAN Empowers Tailors with Workspace, Tools, and Power for Just N300 Daily

Adetutu A, The Insights 26 April 2025

SMEDAN Offer daily access to sewing hub – theinsightsnig SMEDAN’s new initiative offers tailors workspace, sewing tools, and electricity for just N300 daily. The program teaches Nigerians how to reduce business startup costs, build skills, and grow their income. It encourages commitment, supports multiple industries, and offers hope for expansion across Nigeria. 

Federal Government Launches LEEP to Create 2.5 Million Jobs and Empower Nigerians 

Adetutu A, The Insights 17 April 2025

Labour Employment and Empowerment Programme ( LEEP) – theinsightsng A New Opportunity for Job Seekers in Nigeria   The Federal Government has launched a major employment and skills development program called the Labour Employment and Empowerment Programme (LEEP). This initiative, which was launched by Vice President Kashim Shettima at the Presidential Villa in

SMEDAN Business Grants and Loans: Support for Nigerian Entrepreneurs 

Adetutu A, The Insights 16 April 2025

The Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) is currently offering support programmes designed to empower small businesses across the country. These initiatives include access to business training, financial assistance, and growth opportunities for entrepreneurs looking to expand or start their ventures.  This move is part of the

AfDB Launches $100 Million Bank to Help Nigerian Youth and Women Grow Their Businesses 

Adetutu A, The Insights 15 April 2025

The African Development Bank has launched a $100 million Youth Entrepreneurship Investment Bank in Nigeria to support young and women entrepreneurs. It aims to boost businesses in agriculture, tech, retail, and services, while also providing training, loans, and grants. This initiative is expected to create over 1.5 million jobs and encourage youth to pursue education […]

Ogun State Boosts Farmers’ Income and Food Supply through Cassava Empowerment Project 

Adetutu A, The Insights 14 April 2025

Governor Dapo Abiodun – theinsightsng Governor Abiodun’s administration in Ogun State supports 80 cassava farmers through subsidies and buyer connections under the Economic Transformation Project. The aim is to empower farmers, reduce post-harvest losses, and promote food security. The project teaches the importance of support, planning, and genuine effort in

Why Nigerians Must Return to Agriculture: Afe Babalola Urges Government and Citizens 

Adetutu A, The Insights 14 April 2025

Aare Afe Babalola (SAN) A Call to Go Back to the Land  Aare Afe Babalola (SAN), respected legal luminary and founder of Afe Babalola University (ABUAD), has called on Nigerians and all levels of government to return to agriculture as a way out of poverty, hunger, and unemployment. He made this appeal during a visit […]

Stanbic IBTC to Reward Savers with N130m in Season 4 of Reward4Saving Promo 

Adetutu A, The Insights 11 April 2025

Stanbic IBTC Bank has announced the launch of Season 4 of its Reward4Saving Promo, with a total cash prize of N130 million set to be given to 874 lucky customers. This initiative is part of the bank’s commitment to promoting a healthy savings culture among Nigerians while rewarding loyalty.  How to Participate  To qualify, new […]