GITEX GLOBAL 2025: How Nigerians Can Benefit from the World’s Largest Tech Expo

Adetutu A, The Insights 8 October 2025

Tech Leaders Gather in Dubai Dubai is hosting the world’s biggest technology and artificial intelligence (AI) event — GITEX GLOBAL 2025, from October 13 to 17 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The event brings together over 6,800 companies and 2,000 startups from 180 countries, including

Thrive Foundation Trains Over 100 Girls in Tech Skills 

Adetutu A, The Insights 31 July 2025

The Thrive Above and Beyond Foundation has taken a bold step to bridge the gender gap in the tech industry by empowering more than 100 girls between the ages of 15 and 20 with future-ready digital skills. Through a seven-day training programme tagged ‘Thrive Girls in STEM’, young participants were equipped with practical knowledge in […]

UK Investors Eye Africa’s Wealth: What This Means for Nigerians 

Adetutu A, The Insights 22 July 2025

Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, ⁣ Dr Jumoke Oduwole A new report shows that more UK companies are now investing in Africa, especially in Nigeria, as they see the continent as a major growth destination. The shift is driven by Africa’s youthful population, large consumer market, mineral resources, and ongoing economic reforms. About 50% […]

INGRYD Partners ISACA to Train 40,000 Nigerians for Global Tech Jobs 

Adetutu A, The Insights 21 July 2025

With over 80% of young Nigerian tech talents lacking professional certifications, INGRYD Academy has launched a five-year initiative to train and certify 40,000 Nigerian youths in high-demand digital skills. The academy is partnering with ISACA, a globally recognised IT certification body, to make Nigerians globally competitive in the tech workforce.  What the

PEAR Summer Research Program 2025 – Fully‑Funded STEM Experience for Nigerian Students 

Adetutu A, The Insights 17 July 2025

Greensprings School (Anthony Campus), Lagos. The Program for Excellence in African Research (PEAR) is a fully funded 9-day STEM bootcamp hosted by Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) student volunteers. This year, it will be held August 18–27, 2025, at Greensprings School (Anthony Campus), Lagos. The initiative brings together 30 Nigerian secondary school students

3MTT: How Nigerians Can Gain Free Tech Skills Through the 3 million Technical Talent Program 

Adetutu A, The Insights 2 July 2025

The 3 million Technical Talent (3MTT) program is a federal initiative launched in October 2023 by the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA). It aims to train three million Nigerians in relevant digital and technical skills to prepare them for jobs in both local and international markets.  The programme aligns with Nigeria’s digital economy goals,

2Baba’s Appointment in Benue: What Young Nigerians Can Learn About Using Influence for Positive Change 

Adetutu A, The Insights 24 April 2025

Nigerian music icon 2Baba has been appointed as a Technical Adviser in Benue State to help connect entertainment with governance. His role shows young people that talent, when used for good, can lead to leadership and community impact.  Leadership Beyond Music  Nigerian music legend, Innocent Idibia, also known as 2Baba, has been appointed as the […]

Nigerian Entrepreneur Solape Akinpelu Wins 2025 Aurora Tech Award Again 

Adetutu A, The Insights 21 April 2025

Solape Akinpelu Her win highlights the rise of women in tech and global support for female-led innovations  A Historic Win for Nigeria  Solape Akinpelu, founder of Nigerian fintech platform Hervest, has made history by winning the 2025 Aurora Tech Award, becoming the first recipient to win the prize two years in a row. She received […]

NITDA Invites Nigerians to Shape the Future of Digital Services Through New DPI Standards 

Adetutu A, The Insights 14 April 2025

NITDA is leading efforts to build a strong digital future by releasing draft standards for Digital Public Infrastructure. This step will improve digital services, ensure data privacy, and promote inclusion. Nigerians are encouraged to review and send feedback to help shape policies that benefit everyone.  NITDA’s New Step for Digital Growth The National Information

Tech Innovator Hanu Fejiro Empowers Nigerian Youths with Free Blockchain & Web3 Training 

Adetutu A, The Insights 7 April 2025

A leading Nigerian tech innovator, Hanu Fejiro, is opening doors to financial independence for young Nigerians through a free training programme focused on cryptocurrency, blockchain, and decentralised finance (DeFi). The initiative is designed to equip participants with in-demand skills in the fast-growing world of digital finance.  Hosted on Telegram, the programme is