Why Nigeria doesn’t need more training programmes but better employment systems

By SAM DAIBO  Nigeria has become a nation of training programmes. Every week, somewhere across the country, another graduation ceremony celebrates young people completing courses in coding, welding, agribusiness, fashion design, renewable energy or entrepreneurship. Governments launch new empowerment schemes. Development partners fund fresh skills initiatives. Companies proudly invest in youth capacity-building. Yet millions of […]
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NCDMB, FAB Development train 50 youths in steel welding, fabrication

The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), in partnership with FAB Development Co Nig Ltd, has concluded a four-week intensive training programme in steel welding and fabrication techniques for 50 youths in Oshodi, Lagos State. The training, which held from June 29 to July 24, 2026, was aimed at equipping young Nigerians with practical […]

ADC stakeholders urge Ashiru to delay running mate nomination amid Kaduna ticket dispute

By Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo Stakeholders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Southern Kaduna have urged the party’s governorship aspirant, Isa Ashiru, to defer the nomination of a running mate for the 2027 Kaduna State governorship election pending the resolution of the dispute over the party’s governorship ticket by its National Working Committee (NWC). The appeal […]

OK Movement appoints Muhammad Hamisu as National Secretary

By Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo The OK Movement, a political support group advocating a proposed Obi/Kwankwaso presidential ticket ahead of the 2027 general elections, has appointed Dr Muhammad Hamisu as its National Secretary. The appointment was announced in a statement issued by the movement, which described Dr Hamisu as a cybersecurity expert and a prominent member of […]

Foundation, NLNG partner on solar-powered sanitation projects in Rivers

By Benjamin Njoku The Rector Cares Foundation, in partnership with Nigeria LNG Limited, NLNG, has launched a community-focused sanitation initiative across selected NLNG host communities in Rivers State. The 3-month project is designed to improve access to safe sanitation, promote better hygiene, and create healthier learning environments for students and residents. As part of the […]

Fire, least considered of all human risks- Bamiduro

Fire, as dangerous as it is to human lives, it is the most underestimated risk by individuals’ estimation. Despite its consequences on human activities such as loss of properties and investments when fire outbreaks occur, issues of fire are not given the right attention they deserve.

MISS 9JA unveils toll-free line for rural applicants

The organisers of MISS 9JA have announced plans to introduce a toll-free telephone service to enable young Nigerian women in rural communities and areas with poor internet access to participate in the national pageant without spending money on data.

Next session of JGM set for Sept – Dec 2026

Apostle Courage Igene of All Nations Churches has announced the next full session of the Joshua Generation School of Ministry (JGM), scheduled to run from September to December 2026.

Anambra: NYCN names Nwaebili state chairman

The Election Petition Committee of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Anambra State Chapter, has nullified the result of the council’s June 26, 2026 State Congress and declared Barr. Nonso Henry Nwaebili as the duly elected State Chairman.

Nigeria demands justice, compensation after “Afrophobic” attacks – FG

By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA—THE Nigeria government has called for urgent action and reparations following a wave of violent attacks on Nigerians in South Africa. The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Sola Enikanolaiye, told reporters after briefing President Bola Tinubu on talks with South African Foreign Minister Roland Lamola. He said: “I briefed Mr. […]

‘No one Is above the law’- AIG Jimoh warns

The Assistant Inspector General of Police-AIG Olorundare Jimoh has issued a stern warning against the abuse of legal processes, declaring that every Nigerian—including himself—is subject to the same law.

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