Lagos, August 1, 2025 Wema Bank Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to youth development in Nigeria by intensifying its nationwide drive for financial literacy and educational mentorship. This initiative, aimed at nurturing a financially aware and economically active generation, continues to impact millions of young Nigerians positively. According to a recent report by education correspondent
Kaduna | July 29, 2025 — The National Directorate of Employment (NDE) has announced the commencement of a state-wide registration exercise for unemployed youths in Kaduna, scheduled to run from July 28 to August 11, 2025. This move is part of the federal government’s renewed efforts to generate accurate data on unemployment and to design
ABUJA, July 24, 2025 – The Federal Government has announced an ambitious plan to create over two million jobs through the construction of 77,400 housing units across the country, in a move aimed at addressing both unemployment and the nation’s housing deficit. This initiative was revealed as part of the Renewed Hope Cities and Estates
Dutse, July 16, 2025 — In a significant boost to women empowerment and poverty alleviation in Jigawa State, the Qatar Charity Foundation, in collaboration with the state government, has distributed economic equipment and support grants worth over ₦300 million to 60 vulnerable women, mainly widows, across the state. The event, held at the Government House
In a bold move to strengthen Nigeria’s construction workforce, the Federal Government has unveiled a six‑month artisan training pilot under the National Artisan Skill Acquisition Programme (NASAP). Kicking off in three states, this initiative will equip 3,000 young Nigerians with professional certification in ten essential construction trades. Housing and Urban Development Minister Ahmed Musa Dangiwa,
July 11, 2025 | Abuja — The President of the Nigerian Army Officers’ Wives Association (NAOWA), Mrs. Mernan Femi Oluyede, led a heartfelt humanitarian outreach in Abuja, empowering and supporting 1,500 soldiers’ wives and widows of fallen heroes. With the theme “Sustaining Legacies through Unwavering Commitment to Unity and Service for the Betterment of Humanity,”
July 5, 2025 — Lagos, Nigeria The Lagos State Commissioner for Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation (WAPA), Hon. Cecilia Bolaji Dada, has reiterated the government’s unwavering focus on initiatives designed to uplift women and combat poverty across the state. Speaking during an interactive session with beneficiaries and stakeholders of WAPA’s empowerment programmes, Commissioner Dada outlined
July 5, 2025 – Lagos, Nigeria Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, has reiterated his administration’s unwavering dedication to youth empowerment and innovation during the 6th & 7th Graduation and 8th Induction Ceremony of Project L.O.U.D (Lagos of Our Dreams). The ceremony, held on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at the Sanwo-Olu ICT/Skills Acquisition Centre
Abuja, Nigeria – July 4, 2025 — As part of efforts to combat poverty and empower young Nigerians with in-demand digital competencies, the Federal Government has successfully trained 1,800 youths in web development and cybersecurity. The initiative, championed by the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, was implemented in collaboration with strategic technical
Lagos, July 1, 2025 Lagos State’s Special Adviser on Tourism, Arts, and Culture, Mr. Idris Aregbe, has called on Nigeria’s youth to harness the power of cultural heritage as a key driver for economic growth and empowerment. Speaking at the 17th edition of Culturati, Africa’s leading cultural fusion festival held in Victoria Island, Aregbe emphasised
