Startupinsight

Lagos-based rapper and singer Blaxk Savage has released his latest EP, MIRROR, a five-track project that offers listeners a deeper look into his experiences, struggles, ambitions and personal growth. Released in July, the project continues the artist’s commitment to using music as a platform for honest storytelling. From his early releases to his latest work, Blaxk Savage has continued to build his identity around music that reflects real-life experiences and emotions. MIRROR represents a more introspective chapter in that journey. The title reflects the idea of looking inward and confronting different versions of oneself, including the struggles, mistakes, sacrifices, ambitions and dreams that shape a person’s identity. The EP begins with INTERLUDE, which sets the tone for the reflective journey that follows. It leads into MAN IN THE MIRROR, a track centred on self-examination, personal development and the process of understanding who he has become. The project then moves into RACK$, ...

Top  Nigerian payment and logistics super app platform joins Temu's courier network to strengthen e-commerce fulfillment for Nigerian buyers and businesses. Kwikpik , Nigeria's smart payment wallet and logistics super app , has been approved as a last-mile courier partner on Temu, the world's fastest-growing e-commerce marketplace. Nigerian buyers on Temu can now expect to see Kwikpik as a last-mile delivery partner for their Temu orders. Users will be able to track their Temu packages in real-time, with guaranteed last-mile deliveries to homes and businesses across Nigeria. The partnership marks a significant step in Kwikpik's vision to empower communities through sustainable commerce, while cementing Temu's commitment to building a reliable local logistics infrastructure to support its rapid expansion into the Nigerian market. What the Integration Means for Nigerian Buyers As of today, Temu shoppers in Nigeria can now expect to see Kwikpik as a possible last-mile ...

 Joseph Osagie is a Nigerian multidisciplinary artist, filmmaker, musician, actor and visual creator building a creative career across music, filmmaking, visual effects and digital art. Driven by a passion for storytelling, experimentation and creative expression, Osagie is developing an artistic identity that extends beyond conventional social media content. His ambition is to create original films, music and visual experiences capable of connecting African creativity with audiences both at home and around the world. At the heart of his creative journey is a simple philosophy: “Talent is a skill anyone can develop."The belief reflects his commitment to continuous learning and his willingness to explore different areas of the creative industry. Rather than limiting himself to a single discipline, Osagie continues to develop his skills across music, acting, filmmaking and visual production. His multidisciplinary approach allows him to explore storytelling from different perspective...

  Nigerian fintech company, 1app Technologies Inc., has been recognised for its contributions to regulatory innovation and financial inclusion at the 2026 RegTech Africa Conference & Expo held at the State House Banquet Hall, Presidential Villa, Abuja. "1 app showcased its financial solutions to participants and stakeholders at the Reg Tech Africa conference and Expo 2026" The conference, themed “Building Trust, Infrastructure and Policy for a Borderless Africa,brought together policymakers, regulators, financial institutions, technology companies, investors and other industry stakeholders to examine the future of Africa’s digital economy and financial ecosystem. 1app participated in the conference as an exhibitor, where it showcased its growing range of financial solutions aimed at improving access to affordable, secure and borderless financial services for individuals and businesses across Africa. Among the solutions demonstrated were services that enable users to acces...

 In today's startup insight, we look at how nigerian brand Adambay Kitchen Equipment is making impact in 2026   As you would expect, businesses that depend on commercial machinery, purchasing the right equipment is only one part of establishing an efficient production operation. The quality of the equipment, its suitability for daily use and the reliability of the supplier can all influence how effectively a bakery, restaurant or food processing business operates. Against this backdrop, Adambay Kitchen Equipment has continued to strengthen its position as a supplier of commercial and industrial equipment to businesses operating across the food production and hospitality sectors. Founded by Adam Musa Muhammed, the company is located at 19 Olojo Drive, Ojo, along Alaba International Market in Lagos, and has operated in the equipment supply business for about 10 years. Over the years, the company said it has focused on supplying machinery designed to meet the practical requiremen...