Empowering the Girl Child: How Young Women Can Build a Stronger Future 

Adetutu A, The Insights 25 August 2026

Participants at the event Stakeholders at the graduation of the first cohort of the African Girl Guide 12-week Leadership and Empowerment Programme in Abuja have called for greater investment in girl-child education, leadership and skills development.  The programme graduated 37 young

Startup Abuja Scholarship 2026: How Nigerian Students Can Get Tuition Support, Stipend and Paid Internship

Adetutu A, The Insights 24 August 2026

Photo Credit: Tech Build Africa Nigerian students in tertiary institutions can apply for the Startup Abuja Scholarship Programme 2026, a nationwide initiative with a reported ₦50 million funding pool. The programme offers selected students full tuition coverage, monthly stipends for six months, paid remote internships and entrepreneurship training.  Students in public

Chevening 2027: Nigerians Can Apply for a Fully Funded UK Master’s Scholarship 

Adetutu A, The Insights 20 August 2026

Applications Are Now Open  Nigerians seeking to pursue a master’s degree in the United Kingdom can now apply for the 2027–2028 Chevening Scholarship, one of the UK Government’s major international scholarship programmes. Applications opened on 4 August 2026 and close on 6 October 2026 at 11:00 UTC.  Chevening supports exceptional future leaders to study a […]

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 collaboration with TOM Camp Outreach Ministries at Government Science Secondary

BOA Expands Support for Women Farmers: How Nigerian Women Can Benefit from Agricultural Finance 

Adetutu A, The Insights 17 August 2026

Women farmers in Bwari area council, FCT. Credit: BOA The Bank of Agriculture (BOA) is strengthening support for women farmers by improving access to agricultural finance, farm inputs, technology, mechanisation and markets. The move is important because women remain major contributors to Nigeria’s food system but continue to face significant barriers to finance and

41 Nigerian Universities to Get Innovation Hubs: How Nigerians Can Benefit

Adetutu A, The Insights 13 August 2026

Education Minister, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa. Nigeria is taking another major step toward a knowledge-based economy, with the Federal Government planning to establish 41 University Innovation Pods (UniPods) across tertiary institutions. The initiative aims to turn university research into businesses, jobs, investment and practical solutions.  What Are UniPods? 

BOI Opens ₦250 Billion Bond to Boost Business Financing in Nigeria — How Your Business Can Benefit 

Adetutu A, The Insights 8 August 2026

The Bank of Industry (BOI) has opened subscriptions for a ₦250 billion Series 1 Fixed Rate Bond, aimed at raising long-term capital to support businesses and projects across Nigeria.  The five-year bond opened on August 5, 2026, and closes on August 11, 2026. According to BOI, proceeds will support sectors including agriculture, food

5 Ways to Earn from TikTok, YouTube & Facebook in 2026: A Complete Guide for Beginners 

Adetutu A, The Insights 7 August 2026

With the creator economy growing rapidly, TikTok, YouTube, and Facebook have become more than entertainment platforms—they are now powerful tools for generating income. Whether you’re a student, entrepreneur, or content creator, there are several legitimate ways to make money online in 2026.  1. Join Platform

FG Unveils Tinubu Light Initiative: How 1 million Nigerian MSMEs Can Benefit from Affordable Renewable Energy 

Adetutu A, The Insights 6 August 2026

The Director-General and Chief Executive Officer, NBTI, Dr Kazeem Raji. The Federal Government has launched the Tinubu Light Initiative, a nationwide programme aimed at providing affordable renewable energy to one million Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across Nigeria.  The initiative, unveiled by the National Board for

NESG Non-Residential Fellowship 2026: How Nigerian Researchers and Policy Professionals Can Apply Before the August 16 Deadline 

Adetutu A, The Insights 5 August 2026

The Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) Non-Residential Fellowship is now accepting applications from qualified Nigerians who are passionate about public policy, economic research, governance, and national development. This fellowship provides a unique opportunity for researchers and professionals to contribute to evidence-based policymaking