By Jumoke Olaitan Dr Ijeomah Arodiogbu, National Vice Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), South-East, has urged Nigerian youths to leverage Federal Government opportunities in skills development, employment, education financing and entrepreneurship. Arodiogbu, in a statement made available to newsmen in Abuja on Thursday, said the administration of PresidentContinue Reading
By Franca Ofili The Federal Government has equipped 239,726 Nigerian youths with digital, employability and practical skills through the Nigerian Youth Academy (NiYA), Minister of Youth Development, Mr Ayodele Olawande, said. Olawande said this in Abuja while delivering his address at the commemoration of International Youth Day 2026, themed “DifferentContinue Reading
By Justina Auta A nationwide voters’ preference survey has revealed that Nigerians are increasingly willing to elect women, young people and Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), provided they are considered competent, qualified and possess credible leadership track records. The findings are contained in Nigeria’s first nationally representative Voters’ Preference Survey (VPS),Continue Reading
The Nigerian Army Officers’ Wives Association (NAOWA) says it has empowered 192 youths in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and fashion design to promote self-reliance and sustainable livelihood among military familiesContinue Reading
By Catherine Egwuom The Lagos State Government says it will continue providing opportunities for youths to thrive globally through leadership development and international exposure initiatives. Mr Mobolaji Ogunlende, the Lagos State Commissioner for Youth and Social Development, said this at a media briefing on Monday at the ministry’s conferenceContinue Reading
By Rita Iliya The Amaiza Enterprise Company Ltd., in collaboration with key partners, has trained no fewer than 100 youths, women and agripreneurs in Niger on hydroponic farming to enhance food security, create jobs and promote sustainable agricultural practices. The three-day training, with the theme, “Empowering Youths and Women ThroughContinue Reading
By Lilian U Okoro The Junior Achievement Nigeria (JAN) has surpassed 2.1 million learning experiences delivered to young people across Nigeria over the past 26 years, further reinforcing its position as one of the country’s leading youth-focused development organisations. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that JuniorContinue Reading
By Justina Auta The Nasarawa State Government and Digital Peers International (DPI) have intensified youth engagement on effective plastic use and sustainable waste management to promote environmental protection and economic opportunities. The initiative, tagged “Deploying the Power of IT-Engaged Youths in Effective Plastic Use and Plastic Waste Management,” was highlightedContinue Reading
By Philomina Attah Apo Progressive Foundation (APF), a non-governmental organisation has concluded arrangements to host the second edition of its 21-kilometer “Peace and Unity” Marathon Race on June 12. Mr Faleye Adebowale, Chairman of the foundation, disclosed this during a press briefing in Abuja on Tuesday. The event, scheduled toContinue Reading
By Franca Ofili The Federal Government has inaugurated the Youth in Agribusiness Land Trust Fund (YiALTF), an initiative aimed at training six million young Nigerians in agribusiness within three years. The programme also seeks to expand access to opportunities across the agricultural value chain, positioning agriculture as a key driverContinue Reading
