Only 82 BDCs Licensed by CBN: What Nigerians Need to Know 

Adetutu A, The Insights 9 December 2025

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has confirmed that only 82 Bureaux De Change (BDCs) have met its new guidelines and are licensed to operate, effective 27 November 2025. This move follows the introduction of stricter regulations in February 2024, aimed at ensuring a more

INTELS Empowers 62 Women Through Skills and Entrepreneurship in Rivers State 

Adetutu A, The Insights 4 December 2025

INTELS Nigeria Limited has reaffirmed its commitment to women’s economic empowerment by graduating 62 women from its 2025 Women Empowerment Project Scheme, Synergy (WEPSS). The graduation took place at the Rosa Volpi Women Development Centre within the Federal Lighter Terminal at the Onne Oil and Gas Free Zone, Rivers State.  Launched

Power and Insecurity Threaten Business Stability in Nigeria – CBN Report 

Adetutu A, The Insights 13 November 2025

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has revealed that insecurity and erratic power supply remain the biggest threats to business stability and profitability across the country. According to its October 2025 Business Expectations Survey, insecurity ranked highest at 71.8 points, closely followed by poor power supply (70.9 points) and multiple taxation (70.2 points). 

Global Opportunities: How Nigerians Can Benefit from New World Bank and Climate Investment Plans

Adetutu A, The Insights 12 November 2025

Nigeria is at the centre of two major global initiatives that promise real benefits for citizens — a $1 billion World Bank job creation loan and fresh climate investment opportunities under the COP30 framework. Both initiatives have the potential to create jobs, expand businesses, and open doors for Nigerians ready to take advantage of them.  […]

Ecobank and Yabatech Launch Lagos Pop-Up Museum to Empower Nigerian Youth, Promote Art and Innovation

Adetutu A, The Insights 6 November 2025

In a bid to strengthen Nigeria’s creative economy and foster community engagement, Ecobank Nigeria has teamed up with the Yaba Art Museum of Yaba College of Technology (Yabatech) to launch the Lagos Pop-Up Museum. The cultural exhibition will run from November 8, 2025, to February 10, 2026, at the Ecobank Pan African Centre (EPAC) in […]

Opportunities Nigerians Can Tap into from the E1 Lagos Electric Powerboat Championship 

Adetutu A, The Insights 7 October 2025

Turning a Global Event into Local Opportunity  The recently held E1 Electric Powerboat Championship in Lagos has opened a wave of opportunities for Nigerians, especially entrepreneurs, youth, and professionals. Beyond the excitement of celebrity-backed teams racing electric powerboats, the event showcased how Nigeria can benefit from innovation, clean energy, and

Glovo Launches Academy to Empower Nigerian SMEs 

Adetutu A, The Insights 2 October 2025

Global delivery and courier platform, Glovo, has launched the Glovo Academy in Abuja to empower small businesses and strengthen Nigeria’s fast-growing micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) sector.  According to Kolawole Adeniyi, Head of Commercial at Glovo Nigeria, the company is not just focusing on big businesses but prioritising the growth of smaller ones.

Future Awards Africa Unveils Jury for 19th Edition

Adetutu A, The Insights 29 September 2025

The Future Awards Africa (TFAA), often described as the “Nobel Prize for young Africans,” has announced its jury for the 19th edition. This year’s theme, “Threads of Legacy,” emphasizes the footprints young leaders are leaving for future generations.  For nearly 20 years, TFAA has celebrated exceptional Africans between the ages of 18 and 33 who […]

A Speech to Remember: Aliko Dangote at Temi Otedola & Mr Eazi’s Wedding

Adetutu A, The Insights 8 September 2025

The wedding’s grand finale took place in Iceland on August 8, 2025, amid stunning natural beauty—a custom-built glass structure set against mountain views and cloud-kissed landscapes. Aliko Dangote described it as the “greatest wedding” he had ever witnessed and called the setting “historic.”   Wisdom Beyond Well-Wishes  In his heartfelt toast,

Nestlé Trains Over 2,600 Food Vendors to Boost Small Food Businesses 

Adetutu A, The Insights 26 August 2025

Nestlé Professional, the out-of-home business arm of Nestlé Nigeria, has trained more than 2,600 food vendors across 11 states through its Business of Food workshop. The most recent edition was held in Bauchi State, where 250 food vendors, caterers, and canteen operators received practical training to improve their cooking and business skills.  Skills for Growth