The Federal Government has intensified efforts to lift millions of Nigerians out of poverty through the National Poverty Reduction with Growth Strategy (NPRGS), a comprehensive empowerment initiative under the Office of the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Technical, Vocational and Entrepreneurship Education (OSSAP-TVEE). As part of the scheme, beneficiaries across the country will
Lagos, Nigeria – June 2025 — Renowned business and finance coach Nancy Nnadi, CEO of Agunancy Nig. Ltd (Gidco Telecoms) and The Nancy Nnadi Company, is making waves in Africa’s entrepreneurial landscape with her signature “5 Wallet System” and robust coaching programmes. Over the past 15 years, Nnadi has trained more than 5,000 small and
The First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has called on Nigerians to embrace national unity and place the country’s interest above regional affiliations, stressing that the “Think Nigeria First” vision championed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will lay the foundation for national prosperity. She made this appeal during an engagement
LAGOS, NIGERIA — The Lagos State Government has commenced an intensive capacity-building programme aimed at upskilling instructors of the Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation (WAPA) centres across the state, in a bid to foster innovation, boost productivity, and improve service delivery to residents. The initiative, launched this week, is part of the state government’s broader
ABUJA, NIGERIA — Telecommunications giant MTN Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to Nigeria’s digital transformation by investing ₦3 billion in the 3 Million Technical Talent (3MTT) initiative, a flagship programme aimed at upskilling young Nigerians in tech-related fields. The investment, channeled through the Pan-African United Foundation, has enabled the training of over 90,000 Nigerians across
Ogun State, June 23, 2025 – The Zakat Foundation has concluded an impactful empowerment initiative in Ogun State, disbursing cash and essential tools to 53 beneficiaries, while raising a total of ₦76 million during its 2025 exercise. Beneficiaries, including artisans, small-scale traders, widows, and physically challenged individuals, received tools ranging from sewing machines and generators
Lagos, June 23, 2025 – MTN Nigeria has concluded its annual employee volunteer programme, Y’ello Care, at the Rotary Vocational Training Centre (RVTC) in Igbogbo, with a strong focus on youth empowerment through digital literacy. The three-day initiative, held in partnership with the Lagos State Agency for Mass Education, provided foundational coding lessons to out-of-school
Abuja, June 21, 2025 – In a move aimed at boosting youth empowerment and vocational training, Engineer Suleiman Adamu Momoh has formally handed over the Agadagba Skills Acquisition Centre to the Federal Ministry of Youth Development. The handover ceremony, held at the centre’s premises, was attended by officials from the Ministry, community stakeholders, and representatives
Ondo, June 20, 2025 – The Federal Ministry of Youth Development has formally taken over the management of the Agadagba Skill Acquisition Centre in Ondo State as part of renewed efforts to expand youth empowerment and vocational training across Nigeria. The centre, previously operated under local supervision, is now under direct federal administration with the
In a move that underscores its commitment to national development, the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) has thrown its weight behind the Rabiu Olowo Foundation to drive initiatives focused on education, healthcare, and youth mentorship. The collaboration was formally acknowledged during a recent event held in Lagos, where ICAN executives commended the Foundation’s
