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Young Girl Calls Tony Elumelu “Tony”: The Viral Moment and the Powerful Lessons Nigerians Can Learn 

Adetutu A, The Insights
A brief exchange between billionaire businessman and philanthropist Tony Elumelu and a young executive trainee has sparked a major conversation online about respect, workplace culture, confidence, communication and professional etiquette.  The video, which went viral on social media, reportedly occurred during an interactive session at a UBA Graduate Management

End Age Discrimination in Recruitment: How Nigerians Can Build Skills and Access Better Career Opportunities 

Adetutu A, The Insights
Age should not automatically determine whether a qualified Nigerian gets a job opportunity. Career expert Gbenga Rufai, President and Founder of Liberty Career Academy, has called for measures to reduce age discrimination in recruitment, arguing that qualified candidates deserve a fair opportunity to compete.  Speaking at the 10th Career and Stewardship Bootcamp in

ECOWAS Young Graduates’ Professional Immersion Programme 2027: How Nigerians Can Apply for This Career-Changing Opportunity

Adetutu A, The Insights
The ECOWAS Young Graduates’ Professional Immersion Programme 2027 is now accepting applications from qualified young graduates across the 12 ECOWAS Member States, including Nigeria. The programme is designed to equip participants with valuable professional work experience, strengthen their leadership skills, and expose them to the operations of

Companies Recruiting in Nigeria This Week: Verified Job Openings and How to Apply Successfully 

Adetutu A, The Insights
Finding a genuine job can be challenging, but several reputable companies are currently recruiting in Nigeria for graduate, internship, entry-level, and experienced positions. Applying through official career portals gives you a better chance of securing legitimate employment while avoiding recruitment scams. Recent openings include opportunities with companies such as

Free Tech Bootcamps in 2026: How Young People Can Learn Software Development, Cybersecurity, Data Science, UI/UX and Product Management at No Cost 

Adetutu A, The Insights
As technology continues to reshape industries around the world, many leading organizations are investing in free tech training programs to help young people build digital skills. Whether you are a student, graduate, job seeker, or career changer, these free bootcamps can equip you with in-demand skills and, in some cases, provide mentorship, certifications, internships,

Remote Volunteer and Internship Opportunities Are Growing Globally: How to Join International Organizations from Anywhere

Adetutu A, The Insights
Remote volunteering and internship opportunities are expanding rapidly across international organizations, allowing people to gain global experience without leaving their homes. Organizations such as the United Nations Volunteers (UNV), UNICEF, United Nations Development Programme, and other international agencies are increasingly offering virtual roles for students,