Participants at the Afro-Tech Girls’ five-week Resume Challenge. Photo Credit: Afro-Tech Girls In an inspiring move to empower women in technology, Afro-Tech Girls, a non-profit dedicated to promoting African women in STEM, has partnered with VampAI to launch a five-week Resume Challenge
In a time when many Nigerians are looking for ways to grow their businesses and improve their livelihoods, several local and international organizations have launched programs designed to empower entrepreneurs, startups, women, and young innovators. These grants and funding opportunities are not only helping people access capital but are also building the foundation for
Turning a Global Event into Local Opportunity The recently held E1 Electric Powerboat Championship in Lagos has opened a wave of opportunities for Nigerians, especially entrepreneurs, youth, and professionals. Beyond the excitement of celebrity-backed teams racing electric powerboats, the event showcased how Nigeria can benefit from innovation, clean energy, and
Nestlé Nigeria has trained 100 plastic waste workers in Lagos and Abuja under its Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) Training Programme. The initiative is part of Nestlé’s ongoing commitment to environmental sustainability and social inclusion. The training aims to equip waste workers with essential skills to improve safety, dignity, and efficiency in plastic waste
Polaris Bank has once again shown its dedication to youth empowerment and social development by supporting the 2025 Maracana Children’s Fest in Ajegunle, Lagos. The event, organized by the Nathaniel Idowu Foundation, gathered over 3,000 pupils, secondary school students, families, and community leaders at the iconic Maracana Stadium. Empowering Through Sports,
The 3 million Technical Talent (3MTT) program is a federal initiative launched in October 2023 by the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA). It aims to train three million Nigerians in relevant digital and technical skills to prepare them for jobs in both local and international markets. The programme aligns with Nigeria’s digital economy goals,
Nigeria Education Loan Funds – ARDnig NELFUND offers Nigerian students’ interest-free loans to support their education, with easy application processes and no fixed repayment terms. State governments, like Borno, are actively assisting students to benefit from this initiative. This program empowers students to achieve their goals without financial stress,
President Bola Tinubu -ARDnig The Federal Government has reopened applications for the Nigeria Youth Investment Fund (NYIF), allocating N110 billion to support young entrepreneurs. This initiative aims to promote economic growth, job creation, and youth empowerment by providing various financial instruments to eligible applicants. By targeting startups and early growth
Mrs. Ambode – ARDnig Mrs. Bolanle Ambode, through HOFOWEM, urges Nigerian youths to focus on their ambitions and avoid risky relationships. At the launch of Caroline Oluwadare’s book, she stressed the importance of parental guidance and self-discipline. HOFOWEM’s impact is highlighted by the academic successes of its scholarship beneficiaries. Mrs.
















