The United States government has once again pledged its support to help Nigeria achieve broad-based economic development and improve the lives of its citizens. This commitment was made during a high-level meeting held in Abuja between the US Consul General, Mr. Richard Swart, and Nigeria’s
Why Visa Policies Are Changing The United States and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have recently updated their visa requirements for Nigerians, citing identity verification concerns and overstay issues. Last week, the U.S. downgraded most non-immigrant visas issued to Nigerians—from multiple-entry, multi-year visas to single-entry, 3-month visas. U.S.
Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) Loughborough University in the United Kingdom is collaborating with the Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) to boost scholarship opportunities for Nigerian students. The partnership is focused on fields like oil, gas, renewable energy, and public health—areas that are vital for Nigeria’s development. Capacity
Recognising excellence and raising awareness in the insurance sector Nigeria Takes the Spotlight Nigerian journalists have once again made the country proud by earning top honours at the 10th edition of the Pan-African Re/Insurance Journalism Awards, held in Cape Town, South Africa. Hosted by Continental Reinsurance Plc, the event coincided with the company’s
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu – theinsightsnig The Nigerian government has approved over 8,800 Primary Healthcare Centres to improve health access. This will reduce hospital stress, help rural areas, and give citizens a chance to stay healthy and grow in personal or business life. Better Healthcare Is Coming Closer to You President Bola Ahmed Tinubu
Julie Kozack, Director of the IMF’s Communications Department The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has urged the Federal Government of Nigeria to expedite the completion of its cash transfer programme to support vulnerable households. The IMF emphasized that this initiative is crucial in cushioning the effects of ongoing economic reforms on low-income Nigerians.
Cascador, Nigeria’s leading accelerator for mid-stage entrepreneurs, has launched the Catalytic Fund, a $2 million annual initiative designed to provide financial support to its alumni businesses. This fund aims to bridge the financing gap that many Nigerian entrepreneurs face, offering both debt and equity funding to help businesses scale and sustain growth. Supporting
The United Kingdom has broadened its Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) scheme, making it easier for visitors from several countries, including the United States, Canada, and Australia, to enter the UK with pre-travel authorization. This development could provide useful insights for Nigerians planning to travel or transit through the UK. What is the ETA Scheme?
Stop Anti Corruption – ARDnig On December 9, 2024, the world unites to observe International Anti-Corruption Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about the devastating effects of corruption. Corruption not only cripples economies but also erodes trust in institutions and undermines the rule of law. This year, we reaffirm our commitment to saying no […]
Andela, a global platform connecting tech talent with job opportunities, has announced a partnership with the Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF) to train 20,000 African tech professionals in cloud-native skills. The training program, launched in collaboration with Linux Foundation Education, is designed to equip participants with vital knowledge and certifications
















