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

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

BOI Launches Sustainable Finance Framework to Empower Nigerian Businesses 

Adetutu A, The Insights 24 June 2025

The Bank of Industry (BOI). The Bank of Industry (BOI) has introduced a Sustainable Finance Framework aimed at supporting Nigerian businesses that promote environmental and social impact. This move is part of BOI’s broader strategy to drive long-term development, social inclusion, and climate-friendly growth across the country.  What the Framework Offers  This

NAFDAC Launches Awareness Campaign on Safe Use of Farm Chemicals in Bauchi 

Adetutu A, The Insights 24 June 2025

National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Bauchi State office, has started an important awareness campaign to educate farmers and chemical sellers about the safe use of agricultural chemicals. This campaign is especially important now as the rainy season begins—a time

Nigeria Secures €20 Million German Grant to Boost Clean Energy and Sustainability

Adetutu A, The Insights 20 June 2025

Nigeria has received a significant boost in its efforts toward a cleaner and more sustainable energy future. The German government has pledged a grant of €20 million (over ₦33 billion) to support Nigeria’s energy transition and climate-friendly development.  The funding is expected to aid various clean energy initiatives, including renewable energy projects,

Felicia & Lawrence Omiunu Environmental Sustainability Grant (FLOESG) 

Adetutu A, The Insights 17 June 2025

The Felicia & Lawrence Omiunu Environmental Sustainability Grant (FLOESG) is now open to Nigerian individuals and organizations offering creative, scalable solutions to the mounting plastic pollution crisis. With a deadline of June 30, 2025 (11:59 PM WAT), this grant supports initiatives designed to mitigate environmental damage while fostering community engagement and