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

FG Launches Entrepreneurship Certification in 14 Universities

Adetutu A, The Insights 27 March 2026

The Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa. The Federal Government has introduced a new initiative aimed at transforming Nigerian students into job creators. The Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Business Incubation Certification (EIBIC) programme has officially been launched in 14 federal universities, marking a major shift in Nigeria’s education

Nigeria Suspends Gasoline Import Licences to Boost Local Refining 

Adetutu A, The Insights 11 March 2026

The Nigerian government has suspended gasoline import licences as part of its ongoing enforcement of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA). The move is aimed at encouraging local refining and energy independence, reducing reliance on imported fuel, and addressing recurring fuel shortages in the country.  Strengthening Domestic Refineries  This policy is expected to

Lagos Partners with Banks to Empower 10,000 MSMEs with Loans Up to N10m 

Adetutu A, The Insights 8 May 2025

The Lagos State Government has launched a new initiative to support Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) with access to affordable funding. In partnership with the Bank of Industry (BOI) and Sterling Bank, the state introduced the Lagos State–BOI–Sterling Bank MSME Access to Finance Scheme, also known as LASMECO.  This scheme will give MSMEs access […]