9 h. ago Expert calls for youth empowerment to drive sustainable agric development

Tribune Online Expert calls for youth empowerment to drive sustainable agric development The founder, UMèRA Farms Nigeria Limited, Olamide Alao-Akala, has emphasised the need for empowering youths to drive sustainable agricultural development in Nigeria. In a statement personally signed by the Alao-Akala and made available to journalists on Monday, the agric expert urged the federal government to strengthen support for grassroots agriculture initiatives and youth-focused solutions across […] Expert calls for youth empowerment to drive sustainable agric development Tribune Online

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13 h. ago Championing Economic Development: Segilola Resources Commissions New Palace, Launches Youth Empowerment Scheme In Osun State

Segilola Resources Operating Limited, Nigeria’s first large-scale gold mining company and a subsidiary of Thor Explorations Ltd, has commissioned a newly constructed royal palace in Imogbara and officially launched a youth empowerment scheme in Imogbara and Iperindo. These initiatives are part of the company’s Community Development Agreement (CDA) commitments, underscoring its dedication to sustainable development, […]

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23 h. ago Five Nabbed As LAWMA Cracks Down On Waste Blackspots In Lagos

The Lagos Waste Management Authority has apprehended five individuals during a thorough operation aimed at clearing waste blackspots in the Ajasa Command area of the state. Tokunbo Wahab, the state Commissioner for the Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources, made this known in a post on X on Sunday. He wrote, “In a continued […] The post Five Nabbed As LAWMA Cracks Down On Waste Blackspots In Lagos appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Rep Seeks Youth Empowerment, Plans Vocational/Entrepreneurship Institute

The member representing Bassa/Jos North Federal Constituency of Plateau State in the National Assembly Hon. Daniel Asama has taken a step forward with the Bill for an Act to Establish the National Vocational and Entrepreneurship Institute, Jos. LEADERSHIP Weekend reports that the bill is sponsored by Asama aimed at tackling unemployment, youth restiveness, and skills […]

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3 d. ago Canada Returnee Arrested For Assaulting Sanitation Officer In Lagos

A 52-year-old Canada returnee, Morufudeen Idowu, has been arrested in Lagos after allegedly assaulting an official of the Lagos State Environmental Sanitation Corps (LAGESC) who tried to stop him from crossing the expressway. According to Lagos State Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, the suspect refused to comply with lawful instructions and physically […]

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4 d. ago 8 Nigerian Universities ‘Battle’ To Win ECOWAS Court Maiden Moot Competition

Students from eight Nigerian universities have gathered for the maiden edition of the ECOWAS Community Court of Justice’s Moot Court Competition, which is organised to foster legal integration, youth empowerment, and the intellectual best of the region’s students. The institutions include Ahmadu Bello University Zaria (ABU), the University of Nigeria Nsukka ( UNN), the University […]

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4 d. ago Group launches HIV support web page to strengthen fight against the disease

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano A group, Bridge Connect Africa Initiative (BCAI), has announced the launch of a Youth-led HIV Support Page, aimed at empowering young Nigerians in the fight against the spread of HIV/AIDS. The support page, ‘Youth Leading HIV Awareness Campaign (YOLHAC)’ Webpage, aims to highlight the need for HIV education, combat stigma, and […] The post Group launches HIV support web page to strengthen fight against the disease appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago 8 Nigerian Varsities Battle To Win ECOWAS Court Maiden Moot Competition

Students from eight Nigerian universities have gathered for the maiden edition of the Moot Court Competition of the ECOWAS Community Court of Justice, organised to foster legal integration, youth empowerment and to bring about the intellectual best of the students of the region. The institutions include; Ahmadu Bello University Zaria (ABU); University of Nigeria Nsukka […]

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5 d. ago I Have No Interest In Politics, My Visit To Tinubu Not Political – Tunde Onakoya Tells Nigerians

Nigerian chess champion and founder of Chess in Slums Africa, Tunde Onakoya, has replied some Nigerians over his recent visit to President Bola Tinubu. Onakoya in a statement on Wednesday, explained that his mission remains focused on youth empowerment rather than political alignment. The Guinness World Record winner stressed that he had turned down many […] The post I Have No Interest In Politics, My Visit To Tinubu Not Political – Tunde Onakoya Tells Nigerians appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago FG unveils $50m impact Fund to empower youth entrepreneurs, boost MSMEs

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja   As part of efforts to combat youth unemployment and boost small businesses, the Federal Government has invested $50 million into the Nigeria Wholesale Impact Investment Fund (WIIF). The initiative is aimed at unlocking access to financing for young entrepreneurs and micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). The fund, now anchored […] The post FG unveils $50m impact Fund to empower youth entrepreneurs, boost MSMEs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago OPay Deepens CSR Footprint With Scholarship Expansion To Benue State University

In line with its commitment to education and youth empowerment, Nigeria’s leading financial institution, OPay, has announced the expansion of its ₦1.2 billion scholarship programme to Benue State University, The move marks Benue State University as the seventh beneficiary of the company’s ambitious 10-year initiative aimed at alleviating the financial burdens of students across the […]

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8 d. ago YALI Network Delta, U.S. Consulate support young entrepreneurs with leadership, soft skills

…Over 200 youths challenged to lead ventures that create jobs, drive impact In a bold move to redefine youth empowerment, read more YALI Network Delta, U.S. Consulate support young entrepreneurs with leadership, soft skills

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9 d. ago Youth empowerment: NANS salutes Tinubu’s aide Yusuf on birthday

By John Ogunsemore The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has showered encomiums on Personal Assistant to the President on Special Duties, Hon. Kamorudeen Yusuf, for his exemplary contributions to youth empowerment in Nigeria on the occasion of his birthday. This is contained in a Saturday statement signed by National Publicity Relations Officer (PRO) of […] The post Youth empowerment: NANS salutes Tinubu’s aide Yusuf on birthday appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago World Environment Day: Plastic waste threatens our health, economy, future – Elayo

Urges stakeholders to join forces to tackle menace From Abel Leonard, Lafia In commemoration of World Environment Day 2025, the Nasarawa State Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Hon. Princess Margaret Elayo, has called on all residents, traditional rulers, civil society, and private sector stakeholders to join forces with the government to tackle the growing […] The post World Environment Day: Plastic waste threatens our health, economy, future – Elayo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Kaduna Assembly Speaker pays NECO fees for 1,000 students, supports vulnerable groups

Tribune Online Kaduna Assembly Speaker pays NECO fees for 1,000 students, supports vulnerable groups He reaffirmed his commitment to sustaining the programme beyond his tenure as Speaker, describing education as the most effective tool for youth empowerment. Kaduna Assembly Speaker pays NECO fees for 1,000 students, supports vulnerable groups Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Federal Gov’t Moves To End ‘419’ Scare, Cyber Fraud In Banking Sector

In a renewed effort to restore public confidence in Nigeria’s financial system and eliminate fears surrounding cyber fraud and financial scams, the Federal Government has convened a national stakeholders’ workshop to review and validate a National Framework on strengthening trust for sustainable economic and financial inclusion. The initiative, championed by the Presidential Committee on Economic […]

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2 w. ago Unknown Gunmen Invade Nasarawa Community, Abduct Traditional Ruler

Some yet to be identified gunmen have launched an attack on the palace of the Sangarin Dari, Emmanuel Omanji, in Kokona Local Government Area of Nasarawa State and abducted the traditional ruler. It was gathered that the culprits stormed the palace on Wednesday night, firing sporadic gunshots and left with the monarch to an unknown […] The post Unknown Gunmen Invade Nasarawa Community, Abduct Traditional Ruler appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Osun: NIWA boss disagrees with PDP over sale of bank’s shares to Ponzi scheme

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo Bola Oyebamiji, an All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship aspirant in Osun State and Managing Director/CEO of the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA), has refuted claims by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) that he sold Osun State’s shares in Living Trust Mortgage Bank to a Ponzi scheme while serving as Commissioner for […] The post Osun: NIWA boss disagrees with PDP over sale of bank’s shares to Ponzi scheme appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago AATF, NiMet, Others Partner To Combat Climate Impacts On Farming

The African Agricultural Technology Foundation (AATF), the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) and a coalition of national and international partners have launched a collaborative initiative aimed at building climate resilience among farmers. The initiative focused on integrating climate-smart technologies into local agricultural systems by empowering women and youth-led micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) across value […]

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2 w. ago IWMI partners ECOWAS, Sierra Leone to boost regional water security

Tribune Online IWMI partners ECOWAS, Sierra Leone to boost regional water security A five-year agreement was signed with the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission to strengthen the governance of transboundary water resources across member states. IWMI partners ECOWAS, Sierra Leone to boost regional water security Tribune Online

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