Standard Chartered Digital Bootcamp: How 600+ Nigerians Can Gain Digital Skills and Improve Their Career Opportunities 

The Insights 14 August 2026

More than 600 young Nigerians are set to benefit from a new digital skills training programme launched through a partnership between Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria Limited and Junior Achievement Nigeria (JAN).  The 10-day Digital Bootcamp Programme is designed to help young Nigerians

FG to Train 300 NYSC Corps Members as CNG Technicians: How Young Nigerians Can Benefit 

The Insights 12 August 2026

The Federal Government has announced plans to train and certify 300 National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members as Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) technicians, creating a pathway for young Nigerians to gain practical technical skills and improve their employment prospects.  The programme is being implemented across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones and is designed to

NANSInnovate 2026: How Nigerian Students Can Apply for the Business Grant

The Insights 11 August 2026

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) is reportedly inviting Nigerian student entrepreneurs to participate in NANSInnovate 2026, an entrepreneurship initiative designed to identify promising student businesses and ideas and connect them with funding, mentorship and business opportunities.  NANS

Nigeria’s Creative Industry Creating Jobs for Youth: How Young Nigerians Can Benefit from Growing Opportunities

The Insights 15 June 2026

Nigeria’s creative industry is gaining global recognition as a major source of employment, entrepreneurship, and economic growth. Recently, the European Union (EU) highlighted the significant role the sector plays in creating jobs for young Nigerians, especially through the growth of Kannywood, the Hausa-language film industry based in Kano.  The EU noted

Children’s Day 2026: FG Promises Equal Opportunities and Inclusive Education for Every Nigerian Child 

The Insights 27 May 2026

Minister of Education, Maruf Alausa, hosting children from different schools in Abuja. Photo credit: Ministry of Education FG Reaffirms Commitment to Quality Education and Equal Opportunities for Nigerian Children  As Nigeria celebrates the 2026 Children’s Day, the Federal Government has renewed its promise to ensure that every Nigerian child has access to quality and

OPay and Google Launch N1.2bn Scholarship & Innovation Challenge for Nigerian Students 

The Insights 26 May 2026

OPay Expands Scholarship Programme to Empower Nigerian Students with Skills and Career Opportunities  OPay has partnered with Google to expand its N1.2 billion scholarship programme by introducing an Innovation Challenge aimed at helping Nigerian students develop practical digital and problem-solving skills.  The programme, now known

Rising Drug Abuse Among Nigerian Youths: Foundation Sounds the Alarm

The Insights 30 March 2026

The Sir Ahmadu Bello Memorial Foundation (SABMF) has raised serious concerns over the growing menace of drug and substance abuse among Nigerian youths, warning that the trend has reached national emergency levels. Experts say the issue, if left unaddressed, could undermine the country’s socio-economic stability and future development.  The warning came in a statement

5 Global Opportunities Nigerians Should Not Miss in 2026: Scholarships, Remote Jobs, Grants & Relocation Pathways 

The Insights 30 March 2026

In 2026, the world is opening more doors for Nigerian students, entrepreneurs, job seekers, and young professionals than ever before. From fully funded scholarships to remote jobs, startup grants, relocation visas, and global business partnerships, these opportunities can transform lives and create long-term financial stability.  If you are in

FG Launches Entrepreneurship Certification in 14 Universities

The Insights 27 March 2026

The Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa. The Federal Government has introduced a new initiative aimed at transforming Nigerian students into job creators. The Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Business Incubation Certification (EIBIC) programme has officially been launched in 14 federal universities, marking a major shift in Nigeria’s education

NASRDA Urges Technology Skills to Tackle Youth Unemployment in Nigeria 

The Insights 10 February 2026

The National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA), in partnership with Grassroots Bridge Builders (GBB), has called for stronger investment in technology-driven skills to help Nigerian youths secure jobs, reduce unemployment and curb social vices.  The call was made at the official launch of the NASRDA/Grassroots Bridge Builders Skills Development Project