NAFDAC to Enforce Ban on Alcohol in Sachets and Small Bottles by December 2025 

Adetutu A, The Insights 11 November 2025

NAFDAC’s Director-General, Professor Mojisola Adeyeye The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has reaffirmed its decision to enforce a total ban on the production and sale of alcoholic beverages in sachets and small bottles (below 200 millilitres) by December

Ecobank and Yabatech Launch Lagos Pop-Up Museum to Empower Nigerian Youth, Promote Art and Innovation

Adetutu A, The Insights 6 November 2025

In a bid to strengthen Nigeria’s creative economy and foster community engagement, Ecobank Nigeria has teamed up with the Yaba Art Museum of Yaba College of Technology (Yabatech) to launch the Lagos Pop-Up Museum. The cultural exhibition will run from November 8, 2025, to February 10, 2026, at the Ecobank Pan African Centre (EPAC) in […]

UNIDO Launches $175 Million Programme to Boost Nigeria’s Industrial Growth 

Adetutu A, The Insights 30 October 2025

The United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO) has introduced a groundbreaking Programme for Country Partnership (PCP) in Nigeria, valued at US$175 million, to run from 2024 to 2028. The initiative aims to strengthen Nigeria’s industrial base, support Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), expand value chains, and promote clean energy and digital

British Council, SMEDAN Join Forces to Boost MSME Financing in Nigeria

Adetutu A, The Insights 28 October 2025

The British Council, in partnership with the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) and supported by the Investment Climate Reform Facility (ICR), has launched the Impact Advisory Group (IAG) — a new initiative to improve access to finance for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across Nigeria.  The IAG was inaugurated during […]

JAMB Approves Admission for 85 Exceptional Underage Candidates 

Adetutu A, The Insights 27 October 2025

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has approved the admission of 85 underage candidates into Nigerian tertiary institutions after a thorough and transparent screening process.  According to a statement released by JAMB’s Head of Media, Dr. Fabian Benjamin, the candidates were part of a special review category for students who displayed exceptional

Housing Ministry to Empower Nigerian Youths Through Skills Training in 2026 Budget 

Adetutu A, The Insights 27 October 2025

Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development, Rt Hon. Yusuf Abdullahi Ata. Photo credit: Federal Ministry The Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development has revealed plans to integrate youth empowerment initiatives into its 2026 budget through the National Artisans Skills Acquisition Programme (NASAP). The programme aims to tackle youth unemployment by

Women Accountants Recommit to Empowering the Girl Child: Building Leaders for a Better Future

Adetutu A, The Insights 15 October 2025

As the world marked the 2025 International Day of the Girl Child on October 11, the Society of Women Accountants of Nigeria (SWAN) reaffirmed its dedication to promoting education, leadership, and empowerment for young girls. The event’s theme, “The Girl I Am, The Change I Lead: Girls on the Frontlines of Crisis,” highlights the resilience […]

Seyi Tinubu at 40: A Celebration of Leadership, Service, and Youth Empowerment 

Adetutu A, The Insights 13 October 2025

Seyi Tinubu Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has congratulated Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on his 40th birthday, praising his commitment to youth development and community empowerment.  In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Gboyega Akosile, Sanwo-Olu described Seyi as “an industrious and compassionate

Top Certifications That Can Boost Your Salary — Even Without a Degree 

Adetutu A, The Insights 9 October 2025

In today’s world, you don’t need a university degree to earn a high income or build a successful career. Many employers now value skills and certifications over traditional education, especially in fields like tech, finance, project management, and digital marketing.  These certifications prove your expertise, help you stand out in the job market, and can […]

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 […]