Opportunities for Nigerian Startups: GITEX Nigeria 2025 and the Road to GITEX Global Dubai 

Adetutu A, The Insights 22 July 2025

Photo Credit : GITEX Nigeria In 2025, Nigeria will host its first-ever GITEX Nigeria, scheduled for September 1–4 in Abuja (with highlights in Lagos). Organized by NITDA in partnership with KAOUN International, the event aims to spotlight over 1,000 startups and attract at least 100 investors,

UK Investors Eye Africa’s Wealth: What This Means for Nigerians 

Adetutu A, The Insights 22 July 2025

Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, ⁣ Dr Jumoke Oduwole A new report shows that more UK companies are now investing in Africa, especially in Nigeria, as they see the continent as a major growth destination. The shift is driven by Africa’s youthful population, large consumer market, mineral resources, and ongoing economic reforms. About 50% […]

INGRYD Partners ISACA to Train 40,000 Nigerians for Global Tech Jobs 

Adetutu A, The Insights 21 July 2025

With over 80% of young Nigerian tech talents lacking professional certifications, INGRYD Academy has launched a five-year initiative to train and certify 40,000 Nigerian youths in high-demand digital skills. The academy is partnering with ISACA, a globally recognised IT certification body, to make Nigerians globally competitive in the tech workforce.  What the

FG to Train 10,000 Artisans Yearly to Boost Housing and Create Jobs 

Adetutu A, The Insights 21 July 2025

The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa The Federal Government has announced plans to train and certify 10,000 artisans every year through the National Artisan Skills Acquisition Programme (NASAP). The aim is to provide young Nigerians with practical construction skills while improving the quality of housing projects across the country.  The

Standard Chartered Bank Empowers 12 Nigerian Women in Tech with Mentorship and $10,000 Grants 

Adetutu A, The Insights 18 July 2025

Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria, in partnership with Village Capital and the Enterprise Development Centre (EDC) of Pan-Atlantic University, has selected 12 promising female entrepreneurs for Cohort 6 of its Futuremakers Women in Technology Incubator Programme.  This initiative is designed to help women use technology to build businesses that create jobs, solve

FCMB Wins Award for Empowering Nigerian Youth Through Social Impact 

Adetutu A, The Insights 14 July 2025

First City Monument Bank (FCMB) has been honored with the Changemaker Collaboration Award by Enactus Nigeria for its outstanding role in empowering young Nigerians to become problem-solvers, entrepreneurs, and positive change-makers.  The award was presented during the 25th Anniversary Gala of Enactus Nigeria, a youth-focused initiative active in over 30 tertiary

Plural Health Launches Smart Digital Solutions to Improve Healthcare in Nigeria 

Adetutu A, The Insights 7 July 2025

A Nigerian health tech company, Plural Health (formerly Plateaumed), has announced the launch of integrated digital platforms to fix major problems in the African healthcare system—particularly the lack of connection between hospitals, insurers, and patients.  As Nigeria and other African countries move towards universal health coverage, a major barrier remains

Wema Bank Empowers Lagos MSMEs with ₦3 Million Grant at Leather Fair 

Adetutu A, The Insights 4 July 2025

How Small Businesses Can Benefit from Opportunities Like This  ₦3 Million Grant to Boost Local Enterprises  Wema Bank has disbursed ₦3 million in business grants to support three Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) at the Lagos Leather Fair. Each winner received ₦1 million after emerging as the best in a business pitch competition held […]

ABIA STATE TO LAUNCH ABA EXPORT LAB: A NEW GATEWAY FOR LOCAL BUSINESSES TO GO GLOBAL 

Adetutu A, The Insights 1 July 2025

Abia State Governor, Alex Otti In a strategic move to transform Aba into a major export hub and unlock economic growth, the Abia State Government has announced the upcoming unveiling of the Aba Export Lab. This initiative is part of Governor Alex Otti’s broader economic rejuvenation agenda, specifically under the Growth Exports Pillar. The lab […]

New Investment Deal to Boost Economic Opportunities in Nigeria and Africa 

Adetutu A, The Insights 26 June 2025

A new partnership between the Public Investment Corporation (PIC) and British International Investment (BII) is set to unlock fresh opportunities for sustainable development and job creation in Nigeria and across Africa. The two firms recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on impactful investments that target key economic sectors.  This