FG Opens Portal for ₦50m Student Innovation Grant: How Nigerian Students Can Benefit 

Adetutu A, The Insights 17 November 2025

Minister of Education,Tunji Alausa.  The Federal Government has officially opened the application portal for the Student Venture Capital Grant, a bold new initiative designed to support student-driven innovation with equity-free grants of up to ₦50 million. This

Davido Shares How Skipping School in 2011 Shaped His Rise to Stardom 

Adetutu A, The Insights 15 November 2025

Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido. Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has shared a powerful story about his early struggles and choices on his path to success. In a recent post on X (formerly Twitter), the singer revealed that in 2011, he got into serious trouble at home after sneaking out of […]

Visit Nigeria Initiative: Opening Doors for Tourism, Jobs, and Global Investment 

Adetutu A, The Insights 4 November 2025

The initiative’s inaugural Brand Ambassador, Charmaine Hayden and other stakeholders. Photo credit: Punch Rebranding Nigeria for Global Growth Nigeria has officially launched the Visit Nigeria Initiative, a government-backed national project designed to reshape the country’s image, attract investors, and promote tourism. The initiative aims to show the world a new

Nigeria’s Entertainment Sector Gains Government Recognition: A New Dawn for Creatives 

Adetutu A, The Insights 31 October 2025

Popular showbiz promoter and entertainment entrepreneur, Mallam Yankee of Yankee Entertainment Federal Support Brings Hope to the Creative Industry The founder of Yankee Entertainment, Mallam Yankee, has revealed that the Nigerian government is finally giving the entertainment sector the attention it deserves. According to him, this new wave of recognition signals a

Tife Balogun: Lessons from Wizkid’s Son on Talent, Confidence, and Starting Young 

Adetutu A, The Insights 31 October 2025

Tife Balogun, the first son of Afrobeat superstar Wizkid A New Generation Stepping into the Spotlight. The Nigerian music scene is buzzing with excitement as Tife Balogun, the first son of Afrobeat superstar Wizkid, teases what seems to be his debut single. At just 14 years old, Tife’s short Instagram clip titled “Champion’s Arrival” has […]

₦10 Million Empowerment Fund for Ayobo-Ipaja Residents: A Step Toward Community Growth 

Adetutu A, The Insights 23 October 2025

In a move to reduce poverty and boost grassroots development, the Ayobo-Ipaja Local Council Development Area (LCDA) in Lagos State has disbursed ₦10 million to 100 residents under its micro-enterprise support initiative. Each beneficiary received ₦100,000 to either start or expand their small business — a gesture aimed at improving livelihoods and strengthening the local

Dangote Cement Expands Scholarship to 51 Kogi Communities 

Adetutu A, The Insights 2 September 2025

Dangote Cement Plc has extended its scholarship programme to 51 communities within the Oworo District of Kogi State. This move, announced during the award ceremony in Obajana, is aimed at supporting students who previously had no access to the company’s scholarship scheme.  According to the Plant Director, Azad Nawabuddin, the decision to include Oworo communities,

INGRYD Partners ISACA to Train 40,000 Nigerians for Global Tech Jobs 

Adetutu A, The Insights 21 July 2025

With over 80% of young Nigerian tech talents lacking professional certifications, INGRYD Academy has launched a five-year initiative to train and certify 40,000 Nigerian youths in high-demand digital skills. The academy is partnering with ISACA, a globally recognised IT certification body, to make Nigerians globally competitive in the tech workforce.  What the

FG to Train 10,000 Artisans Yearly to Boost Housing and Create Jobs 

Adetutu A, The Insights 21 July 2025

The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa The Federal Government has announced plans to train and certify 10,000 artisans every year through the National Artisan Skills Acquisition Programme (NASAP). The aim is to provide young Nigerians with practical construction skills while improving the quality of housing projects across the country.  The

FCMB Wins Award for Empowering Nigerian Youth Through Social Impact 

Adetutu A, The Insights 14 July 2025

First City Monument Bank (FCMB) has been honored with the Changemaker Collaboration Award by Enactus Nigeria for its outstanding role in empowering young Nigerians to become problem-solvers, entrepreneurs, and positive change-makers.  The award was presented during the 25th Anniversary Gala of Enactus Nigeria, a youth-focused initiative active in over 30 tertiary