Tag: #YouthDevelopment
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NYSC URGES CORPS MEMBERS TO PROMOTE UNITY THROUGH CULTURAL DIVERSITY
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in Niger State has urged corps members to embrace Nigeria’s cultural diversity and promote national unity throughout their service year and beyond. The NYSC Coordinator in Niger, Mrs Martina Shuaibu-Ibrahim, made the call at the 2026 Batch B Stream II Cultural Carnival at the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp in…
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BACK-TO-SCHOOL: FCT CATHOLIC RETREAT EQUIPS STUDENTS TO TACKLE TRAUMA,
Catholic priests and professionals in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have organised a back-to-school retreat to help secondary school students build resilience, manage trauma and resist negative peer influence ahead of the new academic session. The programme, tagged “Back to School, Anchored for Success!”, is sponsored by Mindora Wellness and targets students from JSS1 to…
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EXPERT URGES NIGERIA TO SHIFT FROM CERTIFICATE-DRIVEN EDUCATION TO SKILL-BASED LEARNING
Dr Simon Agwale, Chief Executive Officer of Innovative Biotech Nigeria, has called for a fundamental reform of Nigeria’s education system, with greater emphasis on practical skills, innovation, critical thinking and productivity rather than certificates and examinations. Agwale, who is also Vice-Chair of the African Vaccine Manufacturing Initiative, said the reform should begin from primary education…
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NLC NIGER TO MAKE INTERNATIONAL YOUTH DAY CELEBRATION COMPULSORY FOR AFFILIATES
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Niger Council, says it will make the annual International Youth Day celebration compulsory for all its affiliate unions in the state. NLC Niger Chairman, Mr Idris Lafene, disclosed this in Minna during the 2026 International Youth Day celebration organised by the Medical and Health Workers Union of Nigeria (MHWUN), Niger…
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NYSC DG URGES CORPS MEMBERS TO VERIFY SOCIAL MEDIA CONTENT AHEAD OF 2027 ELECTIONS
The Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brig.-Gen. Olakunle Nafiu, has urged corps members to use social media responsibly and verify information before sharing, particularly ahead of the 2027 general elections. Nafiu gave the advice on Wednesday while addressing corps members during an inspection visit to the NYSC permanent orientation camp in Katsina.…
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TINUBU TASKS UNIVERSITIES TO PRODUCE JOB CREATORS, NOT JOB SEEKERS
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged Nigerian universities to move beyond producing degree holders and become centres of innovation, entrepreneurship, research and economic transformation. Tinubu made the call in Ilorin, Kwara State, while declaring open the 37th Annual Conference and General Assembly of the Committee of Vice-Chancellors of Nigerian Universities. Represented by the Minister of…
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FILM INSTITUTE MATRICULATES 233 STUDENTS IN JOS
The Nigerian Film Institute (NFI), Jos, Plateau State, has matriculated 233 students into its Film Production academic programme as part of efforts to develop skilled professionals for Nigeria’s growing creative industry. The NFI, established by the Nigerian Film Corporation in 1995 and affiliated with the University of Jos, provides specialised training for young Nigerians seeking…
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NDYN PRESIDENT URGES YOUTHS TO SHUN OIL BUNKERING, CRIME, DRUG ABUSE
The President of the Niger Delta Youth Network (NDYN), Comrade Scott Ogunseri, has urged youths across the region to reject criminality, oil bunkering and drug abuse, while embracing education, skills acquisition, entrepreneurship and technology. Ogunseri made the call at a news conference in Abuja to mark the 2026 International Youth Day, stressing that young people…
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A.B.A. URGES TARABA BASKETBALL COACHES TO UNITE, DEVELOP GRASSROOTS TALENT
The Amateur Basketball Academies (ABA) has urged basketball coaches in Taraba State to work together and prioritise grassroots development to unlock the potential of young players. The Chairman of the Taraba Basketball Association and member of the state House of Assembly, Tanko Yusuf, made the call during a two-day coaching clinic in Jalingo. He said…
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ENTREPRENEUR URGES PARENTS TO ENCOURAGE CREATIVE SKILLS DURING SCHOOL HOLIDAYS
An entrepreneur and environmental enthusiast, Precious Filibus, has urged parents to encourage their children to participate in creative training programmes during school holidays to develop practical skills and improve their future opportunities. Speaking in an interview, Filibus said hands-on learning helps children discover their talents, build confidence and remain productively engaged outside the classroom. Filibus,…
