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The Unexpected Secular Song That became a Nigerian Gospel Classic
18th March 2025
Nigerian gospel music, deeply rooted in Christian theology and indigenous traditions, often serves as a medium for spiritual expression and cultural identity. However, the boundaries between secular and gospel music occasionally blur, as seen in the remarkable journey of “Sweet Mother,” a song originally composed by Prince Nico Mbarga in 1976. This highlife classic, initially … Continue reading The Unexpected Secular Song That became a Nigerian Gospel Classic

Apply for the WISE EdTech Accelerator Program 2025/2026
17th March 2025
Applications are currently ongoing for the WISE EdTech Accelerator Program. Supported by the Qatar Foundation, this initiative provides EdTech founders from all over the world with the resources they need to scale. The ultimate aim of the accelerator is to empower EdTech startups to solve the world’s most pressing challenges with education. If you … Continue reading Apply for the WISE EdTech Accelerator Program 2025/2026

Equity Investing for Regular People: How to Pick a Stock
Investing in the stock market is now quite easy. These days, there are a multitude of mobile apps that allow you to buy shares of major companies in Nigeria and from elsewhere in the world. This ease of access is drawing a new generation of wealth builders to equities. However, many of them—as well … Continue reading Equity Investing for Regular People: How to Pick a Stock

How to Grow Your Business with Targeted Marketing Strategies
Businesses want to get the most out of every investment they make. That includes resources poured into procuring equipment, developing products, and training staff. It’s also true for marketing spend. You’ll need to adopt targeted marketing strategies to reap the return on every naira you assign to make your brand visible and attractive. Read … Continue reading How to Grow Your Business with Targeted Marketing Strategies

Why Customer Experience is the New Competitive Advantage for SMEs
It used to be enough to sell good quality products at a decent price. But it isn’t anymore. Many industries have become hypercompetitive. On one hand, identifiable differences between brand offerings are crumbling. On the other, today’s consumers want more than just impressive-looking products. Customers seek an experience that leaves a lasting impression on … Continue reading Why Customer Experience is the New Competitive Advantage for SMEs

The Death of Traditional Advertising: What Small Businesses Should Do Instead
We are witnessing the death of traditional advertising. These days, consumers’ buying decisions are less likely to be influenced by thirty-second radio jingles or similar-length TV promos. Brands whose market demographic leans in the aged direction may secure some wins via the old means, but that segment of the population is shrinking. Younger people … Continue reading The Death of Traditional Advertising: What Small Businesses Should Do Instead

How Women are Driving Social Change in Nigeria
Nigerian women have long been pivotal in shaping societal transformations and overcoming systemic barriers such as gender inequality, poverty, and limited access to education and political power. Today, their contributions to social change are increasingly visible across activism, economic empowerment, and political advocacy, fueled by the resilience and innovative use of modern tools like … Continue reading How Women are Driving Social Change in Nigeria

How Smart Mirrors are Changing Nigerian Beauty Routines
Smart mirrors, integrating augmented reality (AR) and artificial intelligence (AI), are reshaping beauty routines globally, and Nigeria is no exception. As consumer technology advances, these devices offer personalized skincare analysis, virtual makeup trials, and interactive experiences, aligning with Nigeria’s growing beauty industry, projected to reach $15.17 billion by 2029. With a tech-savvy youth population and … Continue reading How Smart Mirrors are Changing Nigerian Beauty Routines

The Rise of Solar-Powered Gadgets in Nigerian Markets
The adoption of solar-powered gadgets in Nigeria reflects a growing response to the nation’s persistent energy challenges and an increasing demand for sustainable consumer technology. With an unreliable national grid and a youthful, tech-savvy population, Nigerians are turning to renewable energy solutions like solar-powered devices to meet daily needs. This article explores the rise of … Continue reading The Rise of Solar-Powered Gadgets in Nigerian Markets

The Role of Drone-Based Learning in Nigerian Geography Classes
Drone-based learning is emerging as a transformative tool in education globally, with particular relevance to geography classes in Nigeria. By integrating unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) into the curriculum, educators can offer students hands-on experiences that enhance spatial understanding and critical thinking. In the context of Nigerian EduTech, where technology adoption is accelerating, drones provide an … Continue reading The Role of Drone-Based Learning in Nigerian Geography Classes

How Haptic Technology is Enhancing Skill-Based Training
Haptic technology, which simulates the sense of touch through vibrations and force feedback, is increasingly pivotal in skill-based training globally, including in Nigeria. As the Nigerian EduTech sector grows, integrating innovative tools like haptics can address gaps in practical education, particularly in fields requiring hands-on expertise. This article examines how haptic technology enhances skill-based training … Continue reading How Haptic Technology is Enhancing Skill-Based Training

Monday Motivation: The Power of Consistency and Innovation
Mondays often come with mixed feelings—some see them as a fresh start, while others feel overwhelmed by the weight of the week ahead. But for business owners, entrepreneurs, and professionals striving for growth, Mondays should be a launchpad for innovation, consistency, and strategic action. Read more about Monday Motivation The Key to Growth: Consistency + … Continue reading Monday Motivation: The Power of Consistency and Innovation

Apply for the Katsina Talent Connect Fellowship
15th March 2025
Young Nigerian graduates seeking an opportunity to gain hands-on experience and a chance to make a meaningful change in Nigeria’s socio-economic growth are invited to apply for the Katsina Talent Connect Fellowship. Read more about Opportunities The Katsina Talent Connect Fellowship is a paid program that provides real-world experience, mentorship, and a competitive monthly … Continue reading Apply for the Katsina Talent Connect Fellowship
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Apply for the AREAi Women Techies Africa
The Women Techies Africa is a subprogram under the platform of the Digital Skills Accelerator (DSA) intervention run by the Aid for Rural Education Access Initiative (AREAi). Read more about Opportunities The AREAi Women Techies Africa is a program open to adolescent girls, young women, or female students in the final year of their … Continue reading Apply for the AREAi Women Techies Africa
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Apply for the Deloitte Data Analytics Internship Program 2025
Global consultancy firm Deloitte is inviting applications for its free Deloitte Data Analytics Internship program to build career prospects and bridge the skills gap in data analysis. Read more about Opportunities Participants will be opportune to experience real-life data challenges and will receive a certificate of completion after the Deloitte Data Analytics Internship program, … Continue reading Apply for the Deloitte Data Analytics Internship Program 2025
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Apply for the Business Growth Initiative for Startups (BGIS)
The Business Growth Initiative for Startups is an initiative to empower Nigerian businesses at the growth stage with tailored support, mentorship, and the resources to scale their operations profitably and sustainably. Read more about Opportunities Business Growth Initiative for Startups is a program that is fully funded by the UK International Development, and it … Continue reading Apply for the Business Growth Initiative for Startups (BGIS)
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Apply for the African Economic Scholars Program 2025
As part of initiatives aimed at building the next generation of African leaders, applications are ongoing for the African Economic Scholars Program (AESP) 2025. Read more about Opportunities Scholars for the African Economic Scholars Program are highly skilled undergraduates in their penultimate or final years pursuing a degree in economics, international relations, political science, … Continue reading Apply for the African Economic Scholars Program 2025
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Apply for the 2025/2026 Chatham House Mo Ibrahim Foundation Academy Fellowship
Applications are currently ongoing for the 2025/2026 edition of the Chatham House Mo Ibrahim Foundation Academy Fellowship. The program is a joint initiative of the Mo Ibrahim Foundation. Read more about Opportunities The Mo Ibrahim Foundation Academy Fellowship is an opportunity for candidates in the early to mid-stage of their careers to spend ten … Continue reading Apply for the 2025/2026 Chatham House Mo Ibrahim Foundation Academy Fellowship
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Apply for the 2025 Baker Hughes University Placements and Internship Program
Applications are currently invited for the 2025 Baker Hughes University Placements and Internship program. The internship is designed to offer “students either pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree or recently graduated to gain hands-on work experience as the foundation of their professional lives.” Read more about Opportunities At the Baker Hughes University Placements and … Continue reading Apply for the 2025 Baker Hughes University Placements and Internship Program
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Apply for the Global Youth Climate Training Program
Young climate leaders passionate about making a significant difference in the fight against climate change as well as developing skills relevant to international climate policy discourses are invited to apply for the Global Youth Climate Training Program (GYCT) 2025. Read more about Opportunities The Global Youth Climate Training Program will empower young climate leaders … Continue reading Apply for the Global Youth Climate Training Program
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The Grooming Endowment Trust (GET) Undergraduate Scholarship
Applications are currently invited for the Grooming Endowment Trust (GET) Undergraduate Scholarship. It is a scholarship aimed at encouraging students who stand out for excellence in their studies to pursue an undergraduate degree at Amadeus University. Read more about Scholarships To be considered eligible for the program: The applicant must be a Nigerian citizen. … Continue reading The Grooming Endowment Trust (GET) Undergraduate Scholarship
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How to Build Stronger Professional and Personal Relationships
Donald Trump has been sworn in for the second term as President of the United States of America. You know that already, so that’s not what I want to share with you in this post. What I want to share is something important which I have noticed in Trump’s life. If you have listened … Continue reading How to Build Stronger Professional and Personal Relationships

How to Overcome Laziness and Boost Productivity in 2025
Laziness is something we’ve all struggled with at some point. You set goals, make plans, and even get excited about them but when it’s time to take action, you suddenly feel tired, distracted, or unmotivated. In this article, we’ll consider some practical ways to overcome laziness and boost your productivity this year, 2025. 1. … Continue reading How to Overcome Laziness and Boost Productivity in 2025

Self-Awareness and Why It Matters for Your Growth?
Self-awareness is a combination of two words – self and awareness. Self – about you as an individual when you are speaking of or making reference to yourself. Awareness – knowledge of a thing or subject. Read more about Personal Development Based on the definitions of the two, Self-Awareness could then be said to … Continue reading Self-Awareness and Why It Matters for Your Growth?

The Two Types of Self-Awareness: What You Need to Know
In 2020, I held a special training session for people on the subject of self-awareness. While carrying out research in preparation for that training, I made a number of discoveries. I will be sharing one of these discoveries in this post. Read more about Personal Development You probably have met someone who claims to … Continue reading The Two Types of Self-Awareness: What You Need to Know

Gig Economy and Its Impact on Nigerian Businesses
14th March 2025
In recent years, there has been an emergence of what is popularly referred to as the gig economy. And this gig economy has transformed how businesses operate globally. The gig economy simply refers to a labour market driven by short-term contracts and freelance work rather than permanent or full-time employment. Read more about Business … Continue reading Gig Economy and Its Impact on Nigerian Businesses

Specializing in a Niche Could Be the Best Strategy for Startups
The Nigerian market is very competitive and has many established brands dominating it. This often means that if you’re new to the game and want to find your way through, the odds are already stacked against you. Read more about Business One mistake that most new entrepreneurs make is that they spread out themselves, … Continue reading Specializing in a Niche Could Be the Best Strategy for Startups

How Chekkit is Combating Counterfeit Drugs in Nigeria
According to the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), almost 500,000 are killed every year in sub-Saharan Africa by fake medicines. Counterfeit drugs are a pervasive issue in Nigeria, with studies indicating that a significant percentage of medications in circulation are either substandard or falsified. This alarming trend poses a significant threat … Continue reading How Chekkit is Combating Counterfeit Drugs in Nigeria

From Idea to Impact: The Journey of Ecotutu in the AgriTech Space
A significant portion of the agricultural produce in Nigeria (up to 45%) is lost post-harvest due to inadequate storage and preservation methods. This not only affects farmers’ incomes but also contributes to food scarcity and economic challenges. Read more about Agriculture Ecotutu is a Nigerian cleantech company working on addressing this pressing issue. The … Continue reading From Idea to Impact: The Journey of Ecotutu in the AgriTech Space

Nigerian Praise Dances: A Unique Expression Within Worship Culture
Nigerian praise dances have long been a vibrant facet of worship culture in Nigeria, fusing indigenous movement traditions with contemporary gospel expression. These dances are not only artistic performances but also spiritual testimonies that echo the historical struggles and triumphs of the Nigerian people. By channeling historical narratives through rhythmic movements and vibrant music, praise … Continue reading Nigerian Praise Dances: A Unique Expression Within Worship Culture
