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

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? 

New Government Programmes Every Nigerian Should Know in 2026 

Adetutu A, The Insights 13 July 2026

The Nigerian government continues to introduce programmes aimed at creating jobs, supporting businesses, improving education, and strengthening the economy. Staying informed about these new government programmes in Nigeria can help individuals, students, entrepreneurs, farmers, and artisans access valuable opportunities.  “Opportunities don’t always come with

FG Begins Nationwide Screening for 2026 Skill-Up Artisans Programme: Step-by-Step Guide for Applicants

Adetutu A, The Insights 11 July 2026

The Federal Government, through the Industrial Training Fund (ITF), has officially started the nationwide screening process for shortlisted applicants under the 2026 Skill-Up Artisans Programme (SUPA). The initiative is designed to equip Nigerian artisans with modern technical skills, international certifications, and business development

Government Programmes You Should Know: Top Federal Opportunities Nigerians Can Still Apply for in 2026

Adetutu A, The Insights 3 July 2026

Many government programmes in Nigeria are currently open to help students, youths, entrepreneurs, farmers, and job seekers gain access to funding, training, loans, and employment opportunities. Taking advantage of these initiatives can improve your skills, grow your business, or support your education. “Opportunities don’t change lives—people who take action

Nigeria’s path to economic transformation and how you can be part of it 

Adetutu A, The Insights 5 February 2026

Nigeria and the World Bank are strengthening their partnership to accelerate economic growth, job creation, and investment inflows. The government, led by President Bola Tinubu, has pushed for continued economic reforms — including subsidy removal, unified foreign exchange, and policies to improve transparency — that have helped stabilise the economy and

INTELS Empowers 62 Women Through Skills and Entrepreneurship in Rivers State 

Adetutu A, The Insights 4 December 2025

INTELS Nigeria Limited has reaffirmed its commitment to women’s economic empowerment by graduating 62 women from its 2025 Women Empowerment Project Scheme, Synergy (WEPSS). The graduation took place at the Rosa Volpi Women Development Centre within the Federal Lighter Terminal at the Onne Oil and Gas Free Zone, Rivers State.  Launched

Oyo Partners Kunle Afolayan’s KAP Academy to Train Youths in Filmmaking 

Adetutu A, The Insights 3 October 2025

Kunle Afolayan The Oyo State Government, in collaboration with Kunle Afolayan’s KAP Film & Television Academy, has unveiled a 10-day intensive filmmaking residency programme for youths. Themed “Emerging Stories”, the residency will take place from October 6 to 15 at the KAP Film Village & Resort in Igbojaye, Oyo State—the same location where Netflix’s hit […]

APM Terminals Empowers 20 Young Women with Mechanical Skills 

Adetutu A, The Insights 11 September 2025

APM Terminals Apapa, Nigeria’s largest container terminal, has launched the Female Mechanic Technical Skills Programme, training 20 young women from its host communities in Lagos. The initiative, part of the company’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), aims to equip women with technical skills that can open doors to employment and entrepreneurship in the male-dominated

Federal Government Launches LEEP to Create 2.5 Million Jobs and Empower Nigerians 

Adetutu A, The Insights 17 April 2025

Labour Employment and Empowerment Programme ( LEEP) – theinsightsng A New Opportunity for Job Seekers in Nigeria   The Federal Government has launched a major employment and skills development program called the Labour Employment and Empowerment Programme (LEEP). This initiative, which was launched by Vice President Kashim Shettima at the Presidential Villa in