641 Nigerian Teens Gain Digital and Vocational Skills: How Young People Can Benefit 

Adetutu A, The Insights 19 August 2026

More than 641 teenagers in Abuja have received practical training in digital, creative and vocational skills, highlighting the growing importance of equipping young Nigerians with skills they can use beyond the classroom.  The programme was organised by Olivehill Development Initiative in

YouthDesk.ai: New AI Platform Helps Nigerians Find Jobs, Grants and Scholarships 

Adetutu A, The Insights 18 August 2026

The Founder of YouthDesk.ai, Alabi Opeyemi A new AI-powered platform, YouthDesk.ai, is seeking to make it easier for young Nigerians to discover jobs, scholarships, grants, internships, fellowships and training opportunities.  Launched by Alabi Opeyemi, the platform was created to address a common challenge: many young Nigerians struggle to find reliable information

₦5 Million Innovation Prize: How Young Nigerians Can Benefit from NASENI’s FutureMakers Hackathon 

Adetutu A, The Insights 17 August 2026

The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) has selected 60 young Nigerian innovators from thousands of entries for its FutureMakers Virtual Hackathon and Pitch Sessions. The five-day virtual hackathon runs from August 17–21, 2026, followed by pitch sessions from August 24–26.  The programme is designed to help young innovators develop

STEM Africa Fest: How Nigerian Children Can Learn AI, Robotics and Coding for Future Careers

Adetutu A, The Insights 3 August 2026

More than 3,800 children, parents, teachers, and technology enthusiasts recently gathered in Lagos for the sixth edition of STEM Africa Fest, one of Africa’s largest STEM events. The festival gave young Nigerians practical experience in Artificial Intelligence (AI), robotics, coding, drone technology, engineering, and entrepreneurship—skills that

Break Into Tech AI Developer Scholarship 2026: How Nigerians Can Apply for the Fully Funded AI Training Programme 

Adetutu A, The Insights 29 July 2026

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming industries worldwide, creating thousands of high-paying job opportunities. If you’ve been looking for a way to start a career in tech without prior coding experience, the Break into Tech AI Developer Scholarship 2026 offers a valuable opportunity. The programme is fully funded, making it

Why Artificial Intelligence (AI) Education Should Start in Secondary Schools in Nigeria 

Adetutu A, The Insights 3 July 2026

As Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to transform industries worldwide, education experts are urging Nigeria to prepare students early for the future. The Gbenga Fawehinmi Foundation (GFF) has called for the introduction of AI education in secondary schools, saying it will equip young Nigerians with the digital skills needed to thrive in

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

Adetutu A, 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

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 29 June 2026

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,

UK-Nigeria Launch £15 Million Growth Programme: What It Means for Businesses, Entrepreneurs and Job Seekers

Adetutu A, The Insights 12 June 2026

The United Kingdom and Nigeria have launched a new £15 million UK-Nigeria Growth Programme aimed at attracting investment, supporting economic reforms, and creating more opportunities for businesses and citizens.  The three-year initiative is expected to boost private-sector growth, strengthen Nigeria’s digital economy, support small businesses, and

MTN Youth Empowerment: How Young Nigerians Can Benefit from Digital Commerce Opportunities 

Adetutu A, The Insights 2 June 2026

MTN Supports Youth Entrepreneurship Through Digital Commerce  Telecommunications giant MTN Nigeria is helping young Nigerians grow their businesses by providing access to digital commerce tools, affordable internet services, and entrepreneurship opportunities.  The initiative was showcased during a recent cultural lifestyle festival in Lagos that