NNPC–Renaissance JV University Scholarship 2025: Elevating Nigerian Undergraduates 

Adetutu A, The Insights 17 July 2025

The NNPC–RENAISSANCE JV University Scholarship is a merit-based initiative by the Renaissance African Energy Company, joint operator of the NNPC/Renaissance/TotalEnergies/AENR venture. It offers ₦200,000 per year to full-time Nigerian undergraduates in 200 Level for the academic session

PEAR Summer Research Program 2025 – Fully‑Funded STEM Experience for Nigerian Students 

Adetutu A, The Insights 17 July 2025

Greensprings School (Anthony Campus), Lagos. The Program for Excellence in African Research (PEAR) is a fully funded 9-day STEM bootcamp hosted by Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) student volunteers. This year, it will be held August 18–27, 2025, at Greensprings School (Anthony Campus), Lagos. The initiative brings together 30 Nigerian secondary school students

UAE Tightens Visa Regulations for Nigerian Travellers, Halts Transit Visa Applications 

Adetutu A, The Insights 9 July 2025

New Visa Restrictions  Blocking transit visas: Effective immediately, the UAE has stopped processing transit visa applications for all Nigerian nationals—a key route previously used to connect flights.   Tourist visa age rule: Nigerians aged 18–45 is no longer eligible for tourist visas unless traveling with an accompanying sponsor, stated Dubai immigration

Empowering Widows Nationwide through Renewed Hope Programme 

Adetutu A, The Insights 25 June 2025

Nigeria’s Minister of Women Affairs, Hajiya Imaan Sulaiman‑Ibrahim On International Widows Day 2025 (June 23) in Abuja, Nigeria’s Minister of Women Affairs, Hajiya Imaan Sulaiman‑Ibrahim, launched a bold series of interventions under the Renewed Hope Social Impact Programme aimed at protecting and empowering over 15 million widows across the country  Key Interventions

China Grants Duty-Free Market Access to Nigeria and 52 African Nations 

Adetutu A, The Insights 13 June 2025

In a major trade development, China has announced that Nigeria and 52 other African countries will now enjoy full duty-free access to its massive consumer market. This move is expected to boost exports from Africa and reshape trade relations between the continent and China.  Chinese President Xi Jinping made the announcement in a letter to […]

Nwoko Urges Nigeria to Tackle Oil Theft with Technology and Community Inclusion 

Adetutu A, The Insights 9 June 2025

Senator Ned Nwoko Senator Ned Nwoko, Chairman of the Senate Ad-hoc Committee on Crude Oil Theft, has called for the urgent adoption of advanced technology to combat oil theft in Nigeria. Speaking to the News Agency of Nigeria, he stressed that Nigeria’s reliance on oil revenue demands that its crude oil resources be treated as […]

FG Donates Life Jackets to Boost Safety on Lagos Waterways 

Adetutu A, The Insights 29 May 2025

Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola  In a bid to improve safety on Nigeria’s waterways, the Federal Government has donated life jackets to the Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA). The event took place on Wednesday at the LASWA headquarters located at the Five Cowries Terminal in Lagos.  The donation, presented by the Minister […]

From Pot to Profit: How a Local Food Vendor Hit ₦2.3 Billion on Chowdeck 

Adetutu A, The Insights 22 May 2025

Amoke Oge, One of her Outlets.  A Nigerian food vendor has shocked many by achieving over ₦2.3 billion in sales through Chowdeck, a local food delivery platform. This incredible milestone proves that digital platforms can open doors for small businesses, especially in the food sector.  What started as a regular local hustle — likely with […]

FG Approves China’s Plan to Build Electric Vehicle Factories in Nigeria 

Adetutu A, The Insights 19 May 2025

Electric vehicle (EV) The Federal Government has approved plans by China to establish electric vehicle (EV) factories in Nigeria, a move set to boost local industry, create jobs, and promote cleaner energy use. This development was revealed by the Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai, during his visit to the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, […]

Federal Government Disburses ₦50 Billion to Universities to Boost Education and Stability 

Racheal A, The Insights 25 April 2025

The Federal Government has paid ₦50 billion in earned allowances to university staff, aiming to end strikes, support academic workers, and strengthen Nigeria’s education system. This move helps students, promotes stability, and encourages personal and national development through education.  Government Fulfills Promise to University Workers    The Nigerian