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  • Top Side Hustle 2025: Nigerians Can Earn ₦200k Monthly with SkoolMate EdTech

    Top Side Hustle 2025: Nigerians Can Earn ₦200k Monthly with SkoolMate EdTech

    As Nigeria’s gig economy grows, more people are looking for reliable side hustles that pay well and fit around their lifestyle. One of the most promising opportunities comes from SkoolMate, an education technology platform now recruiting commission-based sales agents across the country.

    EdTech on the Rise

    SkoolMate is an all-in-one school management system that digitizes everything from student records and results to staff management and communication. Importantly, it also includes a Computer-Based Test (CBT) module that allows schools to conduct internal exams digitally, curb malpractice, and better prepare students for external tests like WAEC, NECO, and JAMB.

    Industry observers say this feature sets SkoolMate apart in the crowded EdTech market, as schools increasingly adopt CBT to meet modern assessment standards.

    The Opportunity

    Under the new scheme, freelance agents will promote SkoolMate to school owners and administrators. For every subscribing school, agents earn 20% commission. With active participation, earnings could reach ₦50,000–₦200,000 monthly, alongside milestone bonuses for those closing multiple schools per month.

    Unlike a traditional 9–5 job, this side hustle offers flexibility. All that’s required is good communication skills, determination, and access to a smartphone with internet.

    Who Can Tap In?

    The opportunity is well-suited to:Teachers with wide school networks

    Freelancers looking for extra income

    Marketing professionals

    Young graduates and job seekers

    A Growing Trend

    Analysts note that roles like this are a reflection of Nigeria’s expanding gig economy, where performance-driven side hustles are becoming attractive alternatives to fixed employment. By tying income directly to results, agents can scale their earnings while helping schools transition into the digital era.

    How to Apply

    Interested applicants can contact SkoolMate directly:

    📱 WhatsApp: +234 813 018 4988

    📧 Email: enquiry@nucentury.org.ng

    With schools gearing up for the new academic session, demand for digital solutions is expected to rise sharply.

    For many, joining SkoolMate as a sales agent may prove to be one of the smartest side hustles of 2025.

  • SkoolMate Launches Commission-Based Sales Jobs in Nigeria | Earn ₦200k+ Monthly

    SkoolMate Launches Commission-Based Sales Jobs in Nigeria | Earn ₦200k+ Monthly

    SkoolMate, a leading education technology company focused on digitizing African schools, has announced a nationwide recruitment drive for commission-based sales agents in Nigeria.

    The initiative, according to the company, is designed to give self-driven individuals a chance to earn while promoting the adoption of school management technology across the country.

    “SkoolMate is simplifying school operations with our all-in-one solution. From student records to results, attendance, and communication, schools are finding it easier to run digitally. We also integrated a powerful Computer-Based Test (CBT) module that schools can use for internal exams, practice tests, and preparation for external examinations. This not only reduces malpractice but also builds students’ confidence in CBT formats widely used in WAEC, NECO, and JAMB,” the management said in a statement.

    Details of the Opportunity

    Agents will be tasked with pitching SkoolMate to schools in their areas.

    They will earn 20% commission for every school that subscribes.

    High performers stand to earn between ₦50,000 and ₦200,000+ monthly, with additional milestone bonuses.

    The role is flexible and freelance, requiring only communication skills, basic marketing ability, and access to a smartphone.

    Application Information

    Interested candidates are encouraged to reach out via:📱 WhatsApp: +234 813 018 4988

    📧 Email: enquiry@nucentury.org.ng

    The company emphasized that this opportunity is open to applicants nationwide, regardless of prior experience in technology or education.

  • Schools Embrace SkoolMate as New Academic Session Nears

    Schools Embrace SkoolMate as New Academic Session Nears

    As Nigerian schools prepare to resume in September, one education technology solution is quietly becoming the talk of school owners and administrators — SkoolMate, a homegrown school management system that is redefining how schools are run.

    Reports reaching our education desk indicate a surge in the number of schools onboarding the platform in recent weeks. Interestingly, the growth is not only coming from schools that are entirely new to digital solutions but also from institutions that had previously subscribed to other school management systems.

    When asked why they were making the switch, schools gave varying reasons. Some cited SkoolMate’s affordable pricing compared to other solutions on the market, others pointed to its ease of use. However, the standout reason mentioned by the majority is SkoolMate’s inbuilt Computer-Based Test (CBT) system, which they believe will help students prepare more effectively for external examinations such as JAMB and WAEC.

    One principal in Abuja noted: “With SkoolMate’s CBT feature, our students will get familiar with the same kind of environment they’ll face in JAMB. It’s a game-changer for us.”

    Another school administrator in Lagos added: “We were paying much more for another system that didn’t even have half of SkoolMate’s features. The fact that it’s cheaper and more transparent is why we moved.”

    Free 30-Day Access Wins Schools Over

    One of the strategies that seems to be paying off for SkoolMate is its 30-day free access to all features without any commitment. Unlike competitors who lock schools into contracts from the onset, SkoolMate says it believes school owners deserve fairness and transparency before making decisions that affect their institutions.

    Designed for All School Sizes

    SkoolMate is built to work seamlessly with both small private schools and large institutions. Among the features attracting attention are:

    Seamless student registration

    Built-in Computer-Based Test (CBT) exams

    Instant result calculation and computation

    Auto-generated report cards, shareable via email/WhatsApp and printable

    School owners say these tools not only save time and money but also reduce the stress of managing records and academic reports manually.

    The Future of School Management

    With Nigeria’s education sector facing increasing pressure to digitize and modernize, SkoolMate is positioning itself as more than just a management tool. It’s fast becoming a complete digital companion for schools.

    As September approaches, all signs point to more schools onboarding the platform. And with affordability, fairness, and innovation at its core, SkoolMate might just be the solution many institutions have been waiting for.

    For more details, schools can visit: SkoolMate Official Website.

  • New regulatory tide — digital lending and crypto moves reshape fintech

    New regulatory tide — digital lending and crypto moves reshape fintech

    Nigeria’s fintech sector — long a hotbed for innovation and controversy — is experiencing a regulatory reset. In recent weeks regulators have rolled out new frameworks aimed at reining in predatory digital-lending practices and clarifying the status of digital assets. The measures seek to protect consumers from abusive interest rates and data-privacy violations while simultaneously signalling that the ecosystem can mature within clearer legal guardrails.

    For lenders and startups, the new rules mean greater compliance costs and an expectation of tighter disclosures; for consumers, proponents say the policies should reduce exploitative behaviour that has harmed vulnerable borrowers. Meanwhile, broader moves to recognize or regulate stablecoins and other crypto instruments — putting them within securities or payment frameworks — suggest Nigeria is trying to balance innovation with risk management, especially after past closures and enforcement actions against unregulated crypto platforms.

    Investors will watch whether the new regime attracts fresh capital or prompts a short-term slowdown as firms adjust. Ultimately, the test will be whether regulation fosters sustainable lending models and reliable digital payments that expand access to credit and savings without recreating old harms. Fintech founders say the path forward requires regulators and industry to co-design workable compliance roadmaps and consumer education programmes.

  • GITEX Nigeria and Lagos Moves Signal Fresh Momentum for Nigerian Tech

    GITEX Nigeria and Lagos Moves Signal Fresh Momentum for Nigerian Tech

    This week’s tech narrative is twofold: first, global brands and local platforms converged at GITEX-branded activity in West Africa, where IBM, Meta, MTN and others showcased AI tools and infrastructure partnerships aimed at helping Nigeria scale digital services. Organisers and sponsors framed the participation as a public-private bridge to the administration’s $1-trillion economic target, with explicit focus on talent development, digital skills and startup acceleration.

    Second, the Lagos state government continues to create supply-side support for startups — reports point to an innovation fund and budget provisions intended to give early-stage firms more runway and to catalyse private investment into non-fintech verticals. The proposed ₦31 billion innovation fund (tied to Lagos’s 2025 capital expenditure) is being positioned as catalytic — offering grants, matching capital and incubation infrastructure to fast-growing teams. Observers say the fund could ease near-term liquidity pressure for founders, but structural challenges (power, transport, talent flight) still limit scale unless matched by larger infrastructure investments.

    Startup headlines also included product and strategy moves: Cardtonic — an ecommerce/payments startup — announced ambitions to become a “super app” for gift cards, gadgets and payments, a sign that merchant-facing and payments layers remain active experimentation zones for Nigerian founders. Local VC and development agency conversations at TICAD also flagged possible co-funding windows (including JICA discussions about multi-million support to incubation hubs), which could funnel fresh capital into the ecosystem.

  • Google’s ₦1.2 Billion Investment to Train Nigerian Youth in AI Skills

    Google’s ₦1.2 Billion Investment to Train Nigerian Youth in AI Skills

    Google has announced a ₦1.2 billion ($850,000) initiative dedicated to training young Nigerians in artificial intelligence (AI), as part of its broader Africa digital empowerment agenda.

    Unveiled in Lagos, the programme is designed to provide hands-on training in AI fundamentals, coding, and practical applications of machine learning. It targets university students, tech enthusiasts, and early-stage startups seeking to integrate AI into their solutions.

    Juliet Ehimuan, Google’s former Country Director for West Africa, noted that the initiative aligns with Nigeria’s ambition to become Africa’s leading technology hub. “AI is not just the future — it is the present. If Nigerian youth are empowered with these skills, they can innovate locally and compete globally,” she said.

    The training will be offered both online and through physical workshops in collaboration with Nigerian universities and innovation hubs. Google said the move follows its previous digital literacy programmes, which have already trained over six million Africans.

    Industry experts hailed the investment as timely, given the surge of AI applications across finance, agriculture, healthcare, and education. However, some analysts urged the government to provide supporting infrastructure, including reliable electricity and affordable internet, for such initiatives to succeed at scale.

    With Africa’s youth population projected to double by 2050, the tech giant believes the region’s next billion users will drive AI adoption if properly trained.

  • SkoolMate Launches: The Smartest, Most Affordable School Management System with Built-in CBT Training for Schools and educational institutions

    SkoolMate Launches: The Smartest, Most Affordable School Management System with Built-in CBT Training for Schools and educational institutions

    Education worldwide is going digital, and a powerful new solution is leading the way.

    SkoolMate, a modern all-in-one school management system, has officially launched—designed to simplify, digitize, and transform how schools are run not just in Nigeria, but across Africa and the rest of the world.

    With both online and offline capabilities, SkoolMate empowers schools everywhere to manage students, staff, academic records, attendance, communication, exams, and data security—seamlessly and affordably.

    Whether it’s a small community school in Africa, a private academy in Europe, or a growing institution in Asia, SkoolMate is built to scale with institutions of all sizes.

    Why Schools Everywhere Need SkoolMate

    Across the globe, schools face challenges such as: Manual record-keeping that is error-prone and outdated Weak communication between teachers, parents, and administrators Stressful manual result compilationLimited IT infrastructure in developing regions Data insecurity with paper-based records Students struggling with computer-based testing (CBT) due to lack of exposure

    The SkoolMate Advantage

    SkoolMate solves these problems with smart, practical features: Built-in CBT Training & Exam Simulation – With WAEC and other exam boards adopting CBT to fight malpractice, SkoolMate prepares students early by offering real CBT practice environments inside the platform.

    Many students fail CBT exams not because they lack knowledge, but because they are unfamiliar with computers.

    SkoolMate bridges this gap by helping students build computer confidence and exam readiness.

    Cloud + Offline Sync – Works even in areas with unstable internet.

    Automated Result Computation – Instant grading and reports.

    Smart Attendance Tracking – Real-time monitoring of students and staff.

    Teacher & Subject Management – Assign, monitor, and organize effectively.

    Analytics & Insights – Visual dashboards for informed decision-making.

    Digital Records & Reports – Transcripts, result sheets, and more.

    Why Schools Worldwide Choose SkoolMate

    Future-Proof Learning – Students get comfortable with CBT, the global exam standard.

    Time-Saving – Teachers and administrators spend less time on paperwork.

    Super Affordable – At ₦1,000 (~$0.70) per student per year, SkoolMate is one of the most cost-effective school management systems worldwide.

    Scalable – Suitable for schools with 50 or 50,000+ students.

    User-Friendly – Simple design; most users are trained in under a day.

    Reliable Global Support – Remote installation, real human help, fast response times, and continuous updates.

    Special Global Launch Offer: 30 Days Free Trial

    To celebrate its global launch, SkoolMate is offering schools everywhere a 30-day free trial with full access to all features—completely free, no payment required.

    Founder’s Statement

    “Education is shifting, and schools must shift with it. WAEC and other exam boards are adopting CBT because it’s secure and efficient—but many students struggle, not from lack of knowledge, but from lack of familiarity with computers.

    SkoolMate solves that by integrating CBT practice directly into school life.

    If you can run a school, you can run SkoolMate.”— Samuel Jegede.

    How to Get Started🌐 Visit: https://skoolmate-net.netlify.app

    📞 Call/WhatsApp: +234 813 018 4988

    📧 Email: enquiry@nucentury.org.ng

    📍 Address: Orozo, Abuja, Nigeria

    About SkoolMate

    SkoolMate is a next-generation school management and CBT readiness platform developed by Nu-century Audio Visual Production. Designed for global use, SkoolMate blends offline resilience with cloud power, making it uniquely suited for schools in Africa and across the world. Its mission is simple: “empowering schools, one smart solution at a time.”

  • Palm Cinema: Nigerian Online Cinema App Fighting Film Piracy Worldwide

    Palm Cinema: Nigerian Online Cinema App Fighting Film Piracy Worldwide

    Abuja, Nigeria — Veteran Nigerian filmmaker Samuel Jegede, with over two decades of experience in African cinema, has launched Palm Cinema, a groundbreaking online cinema platform designed to fight film piracy and help filmmakers in Nigeria, Africa, and worldwide earn sustainable income from their movies.

    Now available on Google Play, Palm Cinema replicates the traditional cinema experience in digital form, offering secure streaming and global access for films that often struggle to reach audiences outside their local markets.

    Key Features of Palm Cinema:

    🎬 Multi-Layer Security Technology — protects films from illegal downloads and piracy.

    🌍 Worldwide Access — connects Nigerian and African filmmakers to global audiences without traditional distribution barriers.

    🍿 Cinema-Quality Streaming — delivers premium, theatre-like viewing straight to smartphones and tablets.

    “I built Palm Cinema so that filmmakers could finally earn what their work is worth, without losing everything to piracy. This isn’t just streaming — it’s a new economy for film.” — Samuel Jegede, Founder of Palm Cinema

    Why Palm Cinema Matters

    Film piracy continues to cost the Nigerian and African movie industry billions of naira annually, robbing filmmakers of profits and discouraging investors. With Palm Cinema, independent filmmakers, Nollywood producers, and global storytellers can now distribute their films securely, while audiences enjoy authentic cinema experiences from anywhere in the world.

    The platform is already gaining traction among independent filmmakers in Nigeria and across Africa, positioning itself as the Netflix alternative built for Africans by Africans — but open to filmmakers everywhere.

    Availability

    Palm Cinema is live on Google Play, with more updates and features rolling out in the coming months.

    Call to Action

    Filmmakers, investors, and content creators are invited to join this new chapter in African cinema and be part of the global fight against piracy.

    📱 Download Palm Cinema on Google Play:
    https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.nucentury.palm_cinema

    📩 Media & Partnership Contact:
    enquiry@nucentury.org.ng

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