Nigeria’s path to economic transformation and how you can be part of it 

Adetutu A, The Insights 5 February 2026

Nigeria and the World Bank are strengthening their partnership to accelerate economic growth, job creation, and investment inflows. The government, led by President Bola Tinubu, has pushed for continued economic reforms — including subsidy removal, unified foreign exchange, and

Standard Chartered’s 2026 Investment Outlook

Adetutu A, The Insights 4 February 2026

Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria has shared a positive investment outlook for Nigeria in 2026, saying the country’s growth prospects remain optimistic despite ongoing economic challenges.  At its 2026 Global Market Outlook event, which brought together over 1,200 clients in Lagos, Abuja and Port Harcourt, the bank highlighted that Nigeria’s economy is expected to grow by

EU-Funded ReLOaD3 Programme: Funding Opportunities for Civil Society Projects 

Adetutu A, The Insights 4 February 2026

The ReLOaD3 programme, funded by the European Union, is inviting NGOs to submit proposals for projects aimed at strengthening community development and inclusive services. While this specific call is currently for organizations in Bosnia and Herzegovina, similar EU and UN funding initiatives are often accessible to Nigerian NGOs, especially those working in governance,

Flourish Africa Rolls Out N300m Grants for Women Entrepreneurs in Nigeria 

Adetutu A, The Insights 2 February 2026

Flourish Africa, a women-focused empowerment initiative founded by Apostle Folorunsho Alakija, has awarded N300 million in grants to women entrepreneurs across Nigeria. This initiative aims to equip women with skills, funding, and business governance knowledge to grow sustainable businesses.  The announcement was made during Flourish Africa’s ninth annual

Teen Innovator Reimagines Safety Technology to Help Combat Violence 

Adetutu A, The Insights 29 January 2026

At just 16 years old, South African student Bohlale Mphahlele from Limpopo captured global attention with her “Alerting Earpiece” — a safety concept she developed as a school project at SJ van der Merwe Technical High School. While it’s important to clarify that she did not build new underlying technology from scratch, her work showed how existing tech

Amazon to Cut 16,000 Jobs Worldwide: What It Means and How Nigerians Can Prepare 

Adetutu A, The Insights 28 January 2026

Amazon has announced plans to cut 16,000 jobs globally, adding to the 14,000 job cuts it flagged in October as part of a major restructuring. This means about 30,000 roles may be affected in total, mainly across corporate and office positions, not warehouse or delivery workers.  According to the company, the move is aimed at streamlining operations […]

IMF Upgrades Nigeria’s 2026 Growth Forecast to 4.4%

Adetutu A, The Insights 19 January 2026

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised Nigeria’s economic growth projection for 2026 to 4.4%, up from earlier estimates. This reflects improving macroeconomic conditions, including rising foreign reserves, stabilising inflation, and ongoing economic reforms. Experts say this is a strong signal for investors, entrepreneurs, and job seekers that Nigeria’s economy

UBA Foundation Reaches Over 100,000 Nigerians and Africans with Food, Education and Hope 

Adetutu A, The Insights 19 January 2026

The UBA Foundation, the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) arm of United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, has supported over 100,000 vulnerable individuals across Nigeria and 19 African countries through its Food Bank and Giving Back initiative.  Between November 2025 and January 2026, the Foundation distributed food items, school materials, and cash gifts worth millions

Nigeria’s Digital Economy and Tech Growth: How Nigerians Can Benefit and Be Part of It 

Adetutu A, The Insights 12 January 2026

Nigeria’s digital economy is one of the fastest-growing sectors in the country today. From fintech and e-commerce to software development, digital marketing, and remote work, the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector continues to make a strong contribution to Nigeria’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP).  This growth is driven by increased internet

Germany’s Global Minds Initiative: A Golden Opportunity for Skilled Nigerians 

Adetutu A, The Insights 8 January 2026

Skilled professionals working in Germany Germany has recently launched the Global Minds Initiative, a program designed to attract top talent from around the world. This initiative opens doors for skilled professionals, including Nigerians, to work, live, and grow their careers in Germany. The program targets experts in fields such as technology, engineering, healthcare,