How Nigerian Creatives Can Access NEXIM Bank Entertainment Funding 

Adetutu A, The Insights 15 August 2026

Nigeria’s creative industry is one of the country’s major sources of talent, but access to finance remains a challenge for many filmmakers, musicians, fashion entrepreneurs and media businesses. One opportunity worth knowing about is the Nigerian Creative and Entertainment Industry Loan Scheme

Lagos Entertainment Association Games and Awards 2026: How Creatives and Young Nigerians Can Benefit from LEAGA

Adetutu A, The Insights 16 May 2026

Lagos State is preparing to host the maiden edition of the Lagos Entertainment Association Games and Awards (LEAGA) in September 2026, an event designed to combine sports, entertainment, culture, networking, and youth engagement on one major platform.  Supported by the Lagos State Government through the Lagos State Sports Commission, LEAGA aims to create opportunities

Nigeria launches AfroVision X 2026 to open global market for creatives 

Adetutu A, The Insights 21 February 2026

Nigeria has officially activated AfroVision X 2026, a month-long global creative festival scheduled to hold from June 1 to June 30, 2026, in Canada.  The initiative is designed as a structured creative marketplace where Nigerian talents and businesses can directly meet international buyers, investors, cultural institutions and

AFROVISION X 2026: How Nigerians Can Take Fashion, Film and Creative Talent to the Global Stage 

Adetutu A, The Insights 17 January 2026

Preparations are underway for AFROVISION X 2026, a month-long global festival celebrating African and Caribbean creativity. The event will run from June 1 to June 30, 2026, across Toronto, Brampton and Mississauga in Canada. Produced by Grandieu Inc., the festival will bring together creatives, investors, brands, governments and diaspora

Tourism & Global Events Opening Doors: How Expanding Cities Like New Orleans Create Opportunities for Nigerians 

Adetutu A, The Insights 31 December 2025

As global tourism rebounds strongly, cities known for culture, music, food, and festivals are investing heavily in events, tourism infrastructure, and international partnerships. One of such cities is New Orleans, USA, which has expanded its tourism calendar with festivals, conventions, music events, and cultural showcases.  This growth is not just

Funke Akindele’s Behind the Scenes Breaks ₦200 Million at Box Office — A Win for Nollywood 

Adetutu A, The Insights 19 December 2025

 Nollywood superstar Funke Akindele  Nollywood superstar Funke Akindele has done it again. Her latest movie, Behind the Scenes, has grossed over ₦200 million during its opening weekend, setting a record for 2025 Nollywood releases. This achievement underscores the growing appetite of Nigerian audiences for quality, locally produced

FG Offers $100K Creative Economy Development Fund (CEDF) for Nigerians 

Adetutu A, The Insights 12 May 2025

The Federal Government of Nigeria has launched the Creative Economy Development Fund (CEDF) 2025, aimed at empowering young Nigerians in the creative and cultural industries. This initiative provides large-ticket funding of up to $100,000 to help creative businesses grow, expand production, and access new markets.  This fund is part of the government’s broader