Teen Innovation Challenge Launches in Nigeria January 2026
Youth-led iCOVE partners with UNICEF ambassador Tariq Lawal to launch a challenge for African teenagers. The initiative aims to foster innovation and entrepreneurship among young Nigerians.
Youth-led iCOVE partners with UNICEF ambassador Tariq Lawal to launch a challenge for African teenagers. The initiative aims to foster innovation and entrepreneurship among young Nigerians.
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu disbursed N50 million to women entrepreneurs in Ogun State. Each of the 1,000 beneficiaries received N50,000 as a non-repayable grant. Read more about this empowerment initiative.
BitMARTe, a new e-commerce platform, launches in Nigeria to tackle delayed fulfillment and payment insecurity. Discover its unique features and leadership team.
Favour Chiugo Onovo-Edeugo, an SS1 student in Enugu, sells pap to pay school fees and support her family while emerging as the best in her class. Her viral story inspires calls for support.
A National Open University student died after collapsing during a test at the Victoria Island centre. Eyewitnesses allege a lecturer delayed help. Read the full investigation.
At the 10th Annual Entrepreneurs Conference in Lagos, industry leaders like Dr Chris Igwe urged Nigerian business owners to innovate and adapt their models for sustainable success in a competitive market. Learn the key strategies shared.
A Nigerian man shares his heartbreaking ordeal of spending eight years studying law at a university only to be told he is not a student and denied his certificate. Read his full story and public reactions.
A Nigerian student studying abroad on a scholarship was reportedly expelled for excessive absenteeism, highlighting the strict rules international students face. Read the full story and reactions.
Sarah Stephen reflects on the transformative power of community for Nigerian women, urging a trauma-informed justice system and an end to aid dependency. Read how women are redefining ambition.
Designer Oyefeso Ejimoh urges Nigerian fashion entrepreneurs to embrace technology, local materials, and collaboration to thrive. Learn her strategies for success.
A Nigerian university student's youthful look in his matriculation video has gone viral on TikTok, with netizens debating his age and offering advice. Read the full story and see the reactions.
The Carol & Prince Arheghan Foundation has disbursed ₦2 million in grants to four young entrepreneurs at its 2025 Business Summit in Lagos. The initiative aims to boost grassroots business development and youth empowerment in Nigeria.
A video of lecturer Dr Taiwo Seyi joining a female student for a TikTok dance challenge in his office has gone viral, sparking positive reactions about student-lecturer relationships. Watch the clip here.
New US travel restrictions from Jan 1, 2026, will limit Nigerian business, tourist & student visas. Learn the consequences and strategic responses needed.
Victoria Ogoke from Yaba College of Technology wins the ZODML 2025 poetry competition, beating 2,355 entries. Read about her winning poem 'Harvest never rich' and the other finalists.
Nigerian Education Loan Fund disburses N154.4bn in interest-free loans to 788,947 students. CEO Akintunde Sawyerr reveals details and urges more applications from public institution students.
KWACCIMA alleges the Kwara State government deliberately withdrew support, harming the 12th Trade Fair's success and foreign participation. Read the full details.
Explore the 7 pillars of Nigeria's global influence, from Afrobeats and Nollywood to tech innovation and literary genius. Discover the cultural force reshaping the world.
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu commits to empowering food innovators at the 2025 Lagos Food Festival. Read how the state is strengthening its food value chain and celebrating culinary diversity.
Sisters Edinyanga Uko and Itoro Okopide discuss their brands, Eami's Place and Ace & Breathe, and their mission to root luxury in heritage and redefine rest for leaders. Discover their unique vision.
The 17th Global ELOY Awards celebrated Africa's most influential women across tech, agriculture, media & more. See the full list of winners who are driving change.
A Ukrainian student was tortured and burned alive in Vienna after being forced to hand over cryptocurrency. Two suspects, including a fellow student, have been arrested. Read the shocking details.
A Nigerian lady on a student visa recounts the questions UK immigration officials asked her upon arrival. See the public's reaction and her detailed responses.
A Nigerian lecturer's viral video shows her cancelling a student's entire project for using ChatGPT word-for-word. She explains the smart way to use AI for academic work. Read more.
A Nigerian university student shares her struggle with final year project work, revealing it remains difficult even with AI assistance. Discover her story and reactions from others who faced similar challenges.
A Nigerian lady's TikTok celebration of UK medical school admission after two local rejections sparks debate on academic standards and personal effort. Read her story and the mixed reactions.
A Nigerian lady weeps after her UK student visa was refused despite a priority application and a harrowing interview. She claims her interviewer's nationality played a role. Read her full story and public reactions.
MTN Nigeria has disbursed N100 million to 20 innovative startups in Lagos through its Cloud Accelerator programme, offering funding, mentorship, and access to its vast network to boost scaling.
The mother of Texas A&M student Brianna Aguilera disputes police findings after her daughter was found dead following a football game. Investigation ongoing.
The Federal Government has launched 240 solar-powered electric tricycles across 12 universities in Nigeria to aid student transportation. Find out which institutions benefited.