UONGOZI Institute Emerging Leaders Programme 2026/27: Leadership Opportunity for African Professionals 

The Insights 8 October 2026

What Is the Emerging Leaders Programme?  The UONGOZI Institute Emerging Leaders Programme (ELP) 2026/27 is a six-month, self-paced leadership development programme for mid-level executives working in any sector across Africa. It is implemented by UONGOZI Institute in collaboration with the

UNILORIN Promotes 13 Lecturers to Professors: What Academics Can Learn 

The Insights 5 October 2026

University Of Ilorin The University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) has promoted 13 academic staff members to the rank of Professor, highlighting the importance of sustained academic excellence, research and professional development in the university system.  The promotion covers disciplines including Education, Medical Sciences and Pharmaceutical Studies, with five academics

How a 16-Year-Old Thai Rocker Won America’s Got Talent: Lessons for Nigerian Youth

The Insights 26 September 2026

16-year-old Thai rocker Nene Royal wins America’s Got Talent $1m grand prize  At just 16 years old, Thai musician Nene Royal, whose real name is Rattikarn Amloy, has achieved an international breakthrough by winning America’s Got Talent and taking home the show’s $1 million grand prize, according to reports. This milestone underscores Nene Royal, America’s […]

LEAP Africa Leadership Accelerator: How Young Nigerian Women Can Prepare for Leadership Opportunities

The Insights 24 August 2026

LEAP Africa is helping young African women develop the skills, confidence and networks needed to pursue leadership roles and create meaningful change. Its Leadership Accelerator Programme (LAP) combines a free online learning phase, intensive bootcamp, capstone project and mentorship.  The programme has attracted thousands of women across Africa. The latest cohort

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

The Insights 21 August 2026

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 

The Insights 13 August 2026

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

The Insights 5 August 2026

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

Moniepoint Partners African Leadership University to Train Future Tech Leaders: Here’s How You Can Benefit 

The Insights 24 July 2026

Nigeria’s fast-growing fintech company, Moniepoint, has partnered with the African Leadership University (ALU) School of Business to launch a 13-week executive leadership programme aimed at developing the next generation of technology and business leaders.  The initiative is designed to strengthen leadership capacity

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

The Insights 8 July 2026

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

OPay Scholars National Innovation Challenge 2026: Apply Before July 3 for Funding, Mentorship and Tech Career Opportunities

The Insights 29 June 2026

Photo Credit : Opay’s facebook page The countdown is on! Nigerian students have only a few days left to apply for the OPay Scholars National Innovation Challenge 2026, a nationwide competition organized by OPay in partnership with Google and the 3 million Technical Talent (3MTT) programme.  The application deadline