FG Unveils Agricultural Reforms, Targets 21 million Jobs 

Adetutu A, The Insights 17 September 2025

Vice President Kashim Shettima. The Federal Government has introduced a set of agricultural reforms and incentives aimed at creating 21 million jobs and reducing Nigeria’s dependence on food imports. The announcement was made on Tuesday during the Food and Agriculture Organisation’s (FAO)

Elon Musk Buys $1 Billion in Tesla Shares Amid Bold Growth Plans 

Adetutu A, The Insights 16 September 2025

Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, SpaceX, and owner of X (formerly Twitter) with the imported cybertruck. source : twitter Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, SpaceX, and owner of X (formerly Twitter), has purchased around $1 billion worth of Tesla shares, according to a U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission filing. The move, made on Friday, saw […]

AIICO Insurance Launches Recycling Project for a Greener Future 

Adetutu A, The Insights 15 September 2025

AIICO Insurance Plc has rolled out the “Recycling at AIICO Project”, an initiative focused on reducing non-biodegradable waste, promoting responsible consumption, and building a sustainable workplace culture. The programme, launched in the last quarter of 2024, reflects the company’s belief that true success goes beyond profits—it includes protecting the planet for future

NADDC Trains 15,000 Technicians to Bridge Auto Skills Gap 

Adetutu A, The Insights 15 September 2025

NADDC’s Director-General, Joseph Osanipin. The National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC) has trained over 15,000 technicians through its Mechatronics Programme for Tricycle and Motorcycle Repair and Maintenance. The initiative is aimed at closing Nigeria’s automotive skills gap, creating jobs, and preparing technicians for the future of mobility.  At

APM Terminals Empowers 20 Young Women with Mechanical Skills 

Adetutu A, The Insights 11 September 2025

APM Terminals Apapa, Nigeria’s largest container terminal, has launched the Female Mechanic Technical Skills Programme, training 20 young women from its host communities in Lagos. The initiative, part of the company’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), aims to equip women with technical skills that can open doors to employment and entrepreneurship in the male-dominated

NEPC Empowers Entrepreneurs with Export Skills at Lagos Mainland Trade Fair

Adetutu A, The Insights 10 September 2025

The Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) has taken a bold step to empower Nigerian entrepreneurs with export knowledge at the maiden edition of the Lagos Mainland Trade Fair. Senior Trade Officers, Nancy Okpa and Olamide Olatunde, trained vendors on step-by-step export procedures and highlighted the importance of meeting international standards.  Exportation is a

US Approves $32.5 Million Aid to Tackle Hunger in Nigeria 

Adetutu A, The Insights 9 September 2025

The United States government has approved $32.5 million in humanitarian assistance to help Nigerians struggling with food insecurity, particularly in regions affected by conflict and displacement. According to AP News, the funding is targeted at over 764,000 internally displaced persons (IDPs) across Nigeria, with a focus on women, children, and vulnerable families. 

Bankit MFB Showcases Fintech Innovation at GITEX Africa 

Adetutu A, The Insights 9 September 2025

Bankit Microfinance Bank, Nigeria’s fast-rising digital bank, recently showcased its innovation journey at GITEX Africa, one of the continent’s largest platforms for technology and innovation. The bank, licensed by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and insured by the NDIC, has been in operation for just eight months but has already become a trusted name […]

Customs Approves $300 Duty-Free Import Limit to Boost Trade 

Adetutu A, The Insights 8 September 2025

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has introduced a new $300 De Minimis Threshold policy for low-value consignments. Effective September 8, 2025, imported goods worth $300 or less brought in through courier services or passenger baggage will no longer attract import duties and taxes. This excludes items on the prohibited or restricted list.  According to the […]

FinTribe: Empowering 500,000 Women to Build Wealth 

Adetutu A, The Insights 3 September 2025

The Founder of FinTribe, Jennifer Awirigwe FinTribe, a women-led financial empowerment platform founded in Lagos by Jennifer Awirigwe in 2021, has become one of Africa’s largest movements for women in wealth creation. The platform has already supported over 500,000 women across 35 countries, helping them save, invest, and build long-term assets.  Awirigwe’s vision was