Tag: #YouthEmpowerment
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OSUN POLLS: APC CANDIDATE PROMISES JOBS, GROWTH AS HE GREETS MUSLIMS
Ahead of the Osun governorship race, the APC flagbearer is linking Ramadan values to his promise of jobs, youth empowerment, and economic growth. The APC governorship candidate in Osun State, Bola Oyebamiji, has congratulated Muslims on the successful completion of Ramadan, while reaffirming his commitment to job creation and economic development. In his Eid-el-Fitr message,…
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BON, LCDA LAUNCH NOLLYWOOD BOOTCAMP FOR YOUTHS
Lights, camera, opportunity! Young creatives in Lagos set to gain hands-on Nollywood skills from top industry players. The Best of Nollywood Awards (BON) has teamed up with Odi-Olowo/Ojuwoye LCDA to train young talents in key areas of Nigeria’s booming film industry. According to BON Executive Producer Feranmi Olaoye, the three-day intensive programme will equip participants…
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PLATEAU, BOI LAUNCH N4BN FUND TO BOOST SMALL BUSINESSES
Plateau State and the Bank of Industry (BOI) have teamed up to inject N4 billion into Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), a move aimed at stimulating businesses, creating jobs, and strengthening the state’s economy. The partnership was sealed through a Memorandum of Understanding signed at the Government House in Jos, with both parties contributing…
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NIGER CHIEF JUDGE SPONSORS TEEN INMATE TO UNIVERSITY, OFFERS FRESH START
In a powerful act of compassion, Niger State Chief Judge Justice Halima Ibrahim Abdulmalik has adopted a teenage inmate, Gabriel Sillas, pledging to fund his education all the way to university. The decision came during her routine visit to correctional centres across the state, where she reviews cases and promotes decongestion. Officials described Sillas, held…
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ECOWAS AT A CROSSROADS: AfCFTA COULD MAKE OR BREAK WEST AFRICA’S ECONOMIC FUTURE
West Africa is standing at a historic economic tipping point. With a combined market of $3.4 trillion, ECOWAS has long aimed to become a fully integrated economic powerhouse—but ambition alone won’t cut it. The launch of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is being hailed as the biggest opportunity yet to turn decades of…
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NELFUND EXTENDS STUDENT LOAN PORTAL AFTER SURGE IN APPLICATIONS
More Nigerian students will now get a second chance to apply for federal loans as interest in the scheme spikes nationwide. The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has approved an extension of its student loan application portal after recording a sharp rise in applications and enquiries. In a statement issued in Abuja, the Fund’s Director…
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UNILAG, NIMASA TEAM UP TO BOOST MARITIME EDUCATION FOR YOUTH
Students were introduced to global shipping, sustainability, and career opportunities in Nigeria’s maritime sector during a joint event by the University of Lagos (UNILAG) and its Institute of Maritime Studies (IMS) with the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA). IMO representative Subaskar Sitsabeshan spoke to UNILAG International School…
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NIGERIAN YOUTHS AT RISK: EXPERTS WARN ON DEADLY IMPACTS OF DRUG ABUSE
From health crises to crime and lost potential, drug abuse is devastating Nigeria’s youth—but experts say hope is possible with awareness, parental guidance, and empowerment. Oluwayemi Odubote, Founder of ImeyrReach Foundation and Mental Health Advocate, has raised the alarm over the growing menace of drug abuse among Nigerian youths. Speaking to NAN in Lagos, he…
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DISCIPLINE, HUMILITY KEY TO MUSIC SUCCESS — FUNKY4GANG TELLS UPCOMING ARTISTES
Upcoming artistes chasing fame have been reminded that talent alone won’t take them far—discipline, humility, and the right exposure are the real game changers. Enugu-based entertainment group, Funky4Gang, has urged emerging musicians to stay disciplined, humble, and focused, stressing that character and consistency are just as important as talent in building a lasting music career.…
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NIW PUSHES TO REBRAND WELDING AS A PRESTIGIOUS PROFESSION
From school dropout stigma to skilled career opportunity. The National Institute of Welding (NIW) is calling for more public awareness to reposition welding as a respected and vital profession in Nigeria. NIW President, Dr. Solomon Edebiri, said welding has long been misunderstood as a trade for school dropouts, but efforts with government agencies and stakeholders…
