Four Nigerians Named Among Forbes Africa’s 15 Icons for 2026 

Adetutu A, The Insights 12 October 2026

Four prominent Nigerians — Aliko Dangote, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Mo Abudu and Burna Boy — have been named among Forbes Africa’s 15 Icons for 2026, highlighting their influence across business, global economic leadership, media and music.  The recognition appears in Forbes Africa’s

Osun Senator Empowers 600 Artisans With ₦50,000 Grants, Installs 1,500 Solar Lights 

Adetutu A, The Insights 9 October 2026

Deputy Minority Leader of the Senate, Senator Lere Oyewumi. Photo Credit : Lere Oyewumi Deputy Minority Leader of the Senate, Senator Lere Oyewumi, has provided ₦50,000 cash grants to 600 artisans across the 10 local government areas of Osun West Senatorial District.  The empowerment programme is designed to help small business owners meet operational expenses […]

UONGOZI Institute Emerging Leaders Programme 2026/27: Leadership Opportunity for African Professionals 

Adetutu A, The Insights 8 October 2026

What Is the Emerging Leaders Programme?  The UONGOZI Institute Emerging Leaders Programme (ELP) 2026/27 is a six-month, self-paced leadership development programme for mid-level executives working in any sector across Africa. It is implemented by UONGOZI Institute in collaboration with the HAUS Finnish Institute of Public Management. The programme starts in December

Airtel Nigeria Wins 2026 Awards for Innovation and CSR: How Nigerians Can Benefit 

Adetutu A, The Insights 8 October 2026

Airtel Nigeria Recognised for Innovation and Social Impact  Airtel Nigeria has received two major honors at the 2026 MARKETING EDGE EDGE Awards, winning the Leadership Award in Corporate Social Responsibility and Most Innovative Telecom Operator of the Year. The 14th edition of the awards was held on September 25, 2026, at Ten Degrees Event Hall […]

Fake Products in Nigeria: 7 Simple Ways to Identify Genuine Products

Adetutu A, The Insights 9 September 2026

Photo Credit : NAFDAC Counterfeit products are becoming a growing concern in Nigeria, raising health, safety and economic risks for consumers and legitimate businesses. Fake food, cosmetics, household products and other goods can expose consumers to serious harm, while counterfeiters undermine genuine manufacturers.  Health professionals and industry stakeholders have

Over 200 Lagos Residents Receive Business Equipment: How to Benefit From Future Empowerment Programmes

Adetutu A, The Insights 8 September 2026

More than 200 residents of Lagos Mainland Federal Constituency have received business and livelihood support equipment through an empowerment programme facilitated by their representative, Moshood Oshun.  Beneficiaries received items including mini-buses, tricycles, sewing machines, deep freezers and other business equipment designed to help them generate income and

Lagos Supports 733 Widows with Empowerment Programmes: How to Benefit 

Adetutu A, The Insights 4 September 2026

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu Lagos State Government has supported 733 widows through empowerment and welfare initiatives designed to promote economic independence, protect rights, and create sustainable livelihood opportunities.  The intervention was announced during the 2026 International Widows Day commemoration organized by the Lagos State Ministry of

Amstel Malta Supports Abia Women With Business Grants: How to Find Similar Opportunities

Adetutu A, The Insights 4 September 2026

Women entrepreneurs in Abia State have received another boost as Amstel Malta awarded business grants to five women during the 2026 August Meeting in Umuahia. The initiative highlights how partnerships between businesses, government and communities can create opportunities for women to strengthen their enterprises.  Five Abia Women Receive Business Support  The

MTN Africa PachiPanda Challenge 2026: How Nigerian Youths Can Apply for Up to ₦5 Million 

Adetutu A, The Insights 27 August 2026

Deadline: August 28, 2026  Young Nigerians with innovative ideas for tackling environmental problems have a major opportunity through the MTN Africa PachiPanda Challenge 2026.  The initiative, organised by MTN and the Worldwide Fund for Nature (WWF), supports youth-driven solutions to environmental and sustainability challenges across Africa. In Nigeria, the

How New Agricultural Technology Could Help Nigerian Farmers Increase Productivity and Access Finance

Adetutu A, The Insights 26 August 2026

Ambassador Afolabi Oke, African fth Region Global 2/ Mrs Mariam Okondugba CEO A4s 3Prof. Dr. Pradit Withisuphakorn (Advisory board Á4S) Nigeria’s agricultural sector is getting a new boost as A4S, an agricultural technology company, and Natari, an investment and project-development group, partner with Providus Bank to connect farmers with technology, financing, productive