FG targets youth unemployment through technical skills reform

FG targets youth unemployment through technical skills reform

By Dickson Omobola Federal Government has disclosed plans to reduce unemployment in the country, saying it has developed a framework to connect available skills and labour market demands through technical and vocational training. Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, said government was implementing the Nigeria Education Sector Renewal Initiative, NESRI, a comprehensive education reform programme, […]
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African democracies face test of resilience one year after USAID restructuring

African democracies face test of resilience one year after USAID restructuring

By Nwafor Sunday One year after the Trump administration launched the most dramatic restructuring of American foreign assistance in modern history, the debate over USAID has moved beyond Washington politics. Across Africa, civil society organizations, election-monitoring groups, policy institutes, and governance advocates are grappling with a new reality: how to sustain democratic accountability in the […]

Sinomart debuts in Ota, targets retail growth, job creation

Sinomart debuts in Ota, targets retail growth, job creation

By Ebunoluwa Sessou In a retail landscape where some international brands have struggled to sustain operations, Sinomart Superstore has made a bold entry into Nigeria’s retail market with the opening of a new outlet in Ota, Ogun State. Sinomart is a modern retail chain established to deliver exceptional shopping experiences through a wide range of […]

Adams, Williams to FG, lawmakers: Tackle insecurity, create state police now

Adams, Williams to FG, lawmakers: Tackle insecurity, create state police now

By Dapo Akinrefon The Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Adams and former Commander of Training and Doctrine Command, TRADOC, Maj.-Gen. Ishola Williams (retd) have tasked President Bola Tinubu and the National Assembly to urgently legislate on the framework for the actualisation of state police to enhance the nation’s security architecture. They made the […]

Yoruba imams declares war against extremism

Yoruba imams declares war against extremism

By Adeola Badru The League of Imams and Alfas in Yorubaland has firmly distanced itself from any organisation or individual promoting division, hatred, extremism, intolerance or ideologies contrary to the teachings of the Holy Qur’an and the Sunnah, declaring that such persons cannot speak on behalf of the respected Islamic body. The League, regarded as […]

Water infrastructure deficit poses serious social threat – OPS-WASH nat’l cordinator

Water infrastructure deficit poses serious social threat – OPS-WASH nat’l cordinator

By Nnasom David The National Coordinator of Organised Private Sector in Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (OPS-WASH), Dr Nicholas Igwe, on Tuesday warned that Nigeria could face a serious social crisis if urgent steps are not taken to address the country’s water infrastructure deficit. Speaking during a press conference in Abuja, Igwe said poor access to […]

Somani, Rathee launch book on emotional resilience, leadership

Somani, Rathee launch book on emotional resilience, leadership

By Jimoh BabatundeProf. Dr. Parin Somani and Dr. Ranbir S. Rathee have jointly released a new book focused on emotional resilience, positive leadership, and personal development in response to growing global concerns around mental well-being and workplace stress. The book, Positive Living: A Way to Great Success, set for global release on Amazon, presents practical […]

Moremi Ojudu visits affected Oyo families, reaffirms support for safe return of victims

Moremi Ojudu visits affected Oyo families, reaffirms support for safe return of victims

The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Community Engagement (South-West), Moremi Ojudu, on Monday visited families affected by the recent abduction incident in Oyo State, assuring them that their concerns have been heard and that efforts towards securing the safe return of the victims remain a priority. The visit formed part of ongoing engagements […]

Sultan confers traditional title on Mu’azu Bello Mai Wurno

Sultan confers traditional title on Mu’azu Bello Mai Wurno

The Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, has conferred a traditional title on former President of the Sokoto Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture, Mu’azu Bello Mai Wurno, during a ceremony held at the Sultan’s Palace in Sokoto.

Michael Oyedokun and beheading of mathematics

Michael Oyedokun and beheading of mathematics

By MOSHOOD OSHUNFUREWA The history of mathematics is inseparable from the history of human civilisation. What began as practical tools for counting livestock, measuring land, and recording trade gradually evolved into a universal language of logic, reasoning, geometry, and calculus. Across centuries, contributions from Mesopotamia, Egypt, India, Greece, and the Islamic Golden Age shaped its development […]

Foundation empowers 70 youths with entrepreneurial skills, startup tools

Foundation empowers 70 youths with entrepreneurial skills, startup tools

As part of efforts to tackle youth unemployment and promote self-reliance, the ARS Entrepreneurship Empowerment Foundation has trained and empowered 70 young Nigerians with vocational and entrepreneurial skills, providing startup tools to support their transition into business ownership.

NIIA DG decries exclusion of Africa from nuclear debates

NIIA DG decries exclusion of Africa from nuclear debates

By Nkiruka Nnorom The Director General of the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs, NIIA, Prof. Eghosa Osaghae, has criticised the continued exclusion of Africa from global discussions on nuclear weapons, saying the continent cannot afford to be sidelined in decisions that affect its future. Speaking at the NIIA’s Foreign Policy Lecture Series, themed: “From Instrumentis […]

2027: Renewed Hope Agenda needs continuity, says DG, BTO4BAT27, Adojutelegan

2027: Renewed Hope Agenda needs continuity, says DG, BTO4BAT27, Adojutelegan

— Tinubu laid foundation for stable Nigeria By Dayo Johnson Akure The Director General of BTO for PBAT ’27, Adojutelegan Adesuyi Gideon, has drummed support for the re-election of President Bola Tinubu, saying his administration has laid the foundation for a more prosperous and stable Nigeria. In a statement issued in Akure, Adojutelegan reaffirmed the […]

BeautyLord turns passion into profession via social media

BeautyLord turns passion into profession via social media

By Providence Ayanfeoluwa A 23-year-old content creator from Cross River State, Christian Abang, has built a career through social media, amassing more than one million followers across platforms. Abang, popularly known as BeautyLord, began content creation in 2022, his breakthrough came with a viral makeup transformation video that attracted thousands of viewers and marked his […]