How to Verify and Authenticate Academic Certificates Online Through FG’s ESSVerify Portal

Adetutu A, The Insights 11 September 2026

Nigerians who need to verify, authenticate or evaluate academic qualifications can now complete the process online through the Federal Ministry of Education’s ESSVerify portal, reducing the need for physical visits to government offices.  The service can benefit graduates applying for

Lagos Supports 733 Widows with Empowerment Programmes: How to Benefit 

Adetutu A, The Insights 4 September 2026

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu Lagos State Government has supported 733 widows through empowerment and welfare initiatives designed to promote economic independence, protect rights, and create sustainable livelihood opportunities.  The intervention was announced during the 2026 International Widows Day commemoration organized by the Lagos State Ministry of

Kwara Opens Six Youth-Friendly Health Centres for Adolescents 

Adetutu A, The Insights 3 September 2026

Kwara State has commissioned six new youth-friendly health centres to improve access to confidential, respectful, and adolescent-responsive healthcare for young people.  The centres are in Offa, Asa and Moro Local Government Areas and are designed to give adolescents a safe and welcoming environment to seek health information and professional support without fear of

Uber Exits Nigeria Effective September 2, 2026

Adetutu A, The Insights 2 September 2026

Uber has officially ended its ride-hailing operations in Nigeria, bringing its 12-year presence in the country to an end.  The company launched in Lagos in 2014 and later expanded its app-based transportation service to other parts of Nigeria. On September 2, 2026, Uber confirmed that it was winding down operations in Nigeria following a review […]

OPay Debunks Shutdown Rumour: What Nigerian Customers Should Know About Fake Financial News

Adetutu A, The Insights 1 September 2026

OPay has dismissed a viral claim that it would shut down or suspend its services from September 1, 2026, reassuring customers that its operations remain active.  The false notice, which circulated widely on social media, advised customers to urgently withdraw their money, causing concern among some users. However, OPay described the claim as false and […]

NAQS Recruitment Shortlist 2026: Check Your Status and Prepare for August 20 CBT

Adetutu A, The Insights 19 August 2026

The Nigeria Agricultural Quarantine Service (NAQS) has released the 2026 recruitment shortlist, giving applicants an opportunity to confirm whether they have progressed to the next stage of the recruitment process. Applicants who participated in the recruitment exercise can now check their application status online through the official NAQS recruitment portal:

Dufil Supports 200 Nigerians Living with Sickle Cell Disorder with Free Medication 

Adetutu A, The Insights 15 August 2026

Dufil Prima Foods Plc, makers of Indomie Instant Noodles, has continued its support for Nigerians living with sickle cell disorder (SCD) through its partnership with the Sickle Cell Foundation Nigeria (SCFN).  The reported intervention provided free essential medication to 200 beneficiaries, helping reduce the financial burden of managing a lifelong condition. 

NELFUND Loan for Nigerians Studying Abroad: What NANS Is Asking the Senate to Change

Adetutu A, The Insights 12 August 2026

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Turkish Zone, has called on the Senate to consider extending the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) to eligible Nigerians studying in accredited institutions outside Nigeria.  The proposal could become significant for Nigerian students facing rising tuition, accommodation and living expenses, as well as the

FG to Train 300 NYSC Corps Members as CNG Technicians: How Young Nigerians Can Benefit 

Adetutu A, The Insights 12 August 2026

The Federal Government has announced plans to train and certify 300 National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members as Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) technicians, creating a pathway for young Nigerians to gain practical technical skills and improve their employment prospects.  The programme is being implemented across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones and is designed to

Global Stocks Rise After Weak US Jobs Data: What It Means for Investors and Nigerians 

Adetutu A, The Insights 11 August 2026

Global stock markets started the week on a positive note after surprisingly weak US jobs data reduced expectations of another Federal Reserve interest-rate increase.  Why Are Stocks Rising?  The US economy unexpectedly lost 23,000 jobs in July, while employment figures for May and June were also revised lower. Economists had expected job growth,