Nigeria’s Big Opportunity in a Data-Driven World 

Adetutu A, The Insights 25 November 2025

The world is moving rapidly into a fully digital era, with major investments flowing into cloud computing, data centres, artificial intelligence, and edge technologies. As the global economy becomes more data-driven, nations that position themselves early will enjoy faster growth,

Afretrade Launches Digital Platform to Empower 100 million African Businesses 

Adetutu A, The Insights 21 November 2025

Photo Credit : Afretrade Afretrade, a digital innovation company, has unveiled a multi-service platform designed to empower 100 million African businesses over the next five years. The platform connects employers to verified talent, boosts trade, and provides professional training for Africans seeking global opportunities.  At the launch event in Lagos,

Nigeria Boosts Digital Growth with Africa’s Largest Fibre Cable Factory

Adetutu A, The Insights 12 November 2025

Nigeria has taken a bold step towards digital transformation and economic independence with the commissioning of Africa’s largest fibre optic cable factory and the continent’s first fibre-reinforced plastic manufacturing facility. Built by Coleman Technical Industries Limited in Sagamu, Ogun State, this development strengthens Nigeria’s competitiveness under the African

UNIDO Launches $175 Million Programme to Boost Nigeria’s Industrial Growth 

Adetutu A, The Insights 30 October 2025

The United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO) has introduced a groundbreaking Programme for Country Partnership (PCP) in Nigeria, valued at US$175 million, to run from 2024 to 2028. The initiative aims to strengthen Nigeria’s industrial base, support Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), expand value chains, and promote clean energy and digital

Nigeria to Train 20 million Youth in Digital Skills by 2030: How You Can Benefit 

Adetutu A, The Insights 10 June 2025

Nigeria has launched a bold plan to train 20 million young people in digital skills by 2030. This effort aims to boost youth employment and prepare the country for growth in the global digital economy. The initiative was announced by the Vice President’s office after a meeting with United Nations officials in Abuja.  What the […]

Lagos Partners with Marketing Analytics Africa to Host Major 2025 Marketing Tech Conference 

Adetutu A, The Insights 21 May 2025

Lagos State has announced a powerful partnership with Marketing Analytics Africa (MAA) to host the 2025 African Marketing Technology & E-commerce Conference (AMTEC). The event, scheduled for May 24, 2025, will take place at the Landmark Events & Conference Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos.  With the theme “Marketing in the New Economy: Data-Driven Success in

Empowering African Businesses Through Digital Marketing: AMTEC 2025 Summit Set for May 

Adetutu A, The Insights 9 May 2025

Marketing Analytics Africa is set to host a major summit aimed at empowering African brands and marketers with digital marketing strategies, data intelligence, and emerging technologies. The event, titled “Marketing in the New Economy: Data-Driven Success in Challenging Times,” will take place on May 24 in Lagos.  About the AMTEC 2025 Conference  The

AfDB Launches $100 Million Bank to Help Nigerian Youth and Women Grow Their Businesses 

Adetutu A, The Insights 15 April 2025

The African Development Bank has launched a $100 million Youth Entrepreneurship Investment Bank in Nigeria to support young and women entrepreneurs. It aims to boost businesses in agriculture, tech, retail, and services, while also providing training, loans, and grants. This initiative is expected to create over 1.5 million jobs and encourage youth to pursue education […]