26 h. ago Federal Gov’t Partners NGO To Empower 1,000 Youths On Shoemaking, Maintenance

At least 1,000 Nigerian youths are set to benefit from a shoemaking and maintenance training programme organised by the office of the special assistant to President Bola Tinubu on capacity development, Alhaji Sadiq Rabiu, in partnership with Reality Youth for Good Leadership and Support Initiative. Speaking to journalists in Bauchi yesterday, the deputy executive director […]

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46 h. ago Oyo govt strengthens HIV/AIDS response amid funding challenges

…As nursing college set to award degrees The Oyo State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to combating HIV/AIDS and sustaining read more Oyo govt strengthens HIV/AIDS response amid funding challenges

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62 h. ago Group donates N1.4m worth items to Osun special needs school

YTOP Youth Empowerment Foundation has donated mattresses and beddings worth N1.4 million to schoolchildren living with disabilities in Osun State. read more Group donates N1.4m worth items to Osun special needs school

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4 d. ago KingMakers commissions sports complex in Ifako Ijaiye to boost grassroots development

In a bold step towards youth empowerment and grassroots sports development, KingMakers, in partnership with the Ifako Ijaiye Local Government, read more KingMakers commissions sports complex in Ifako Ijaiye to boost grassroots development

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6 d. ago Bauchi Partners With Canadian Firm To Launch Cybersecurity Training

The Bauchi State Government has partnered with Protexxa Inc, a rapidly growing Canadian organisation dedicated to enhancing digital safety by helping businesses identify and address cyber vulnerabilities, to deliver the Cyber Nations Initiative Cybersecurity Training Programme. Protexxa will now extend its expertise to Bauchi through this strategic alliance. The initiative aims to empower youths and […]

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8 d. ago Circular Road: Property Owners Hail Oyo Govt On Compensation

Property owners affected by the construction of the Senator Rashidi Ladoja Circular Road have lauded Oyo State government for commencing the payment of the first tranche of compensation to landowners in Ajota-Alaago axis of the project. Reacting to the payment of compensations, some of the property owners in their separate responses, hailed Governor Seyi Makinde […]

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1 week ago Nigerian youths need capital, not freebies as empowerment — AfDB boss

Akinwunmi Adeshina, president of the African Development Bank (AfDB) has described empowerment initiatives by Nigerian leaders as ‘freebies’ that may read more Nigerian youths need capital, not freebies as empowerment — AfDB boss

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1 week ago Oyo Gov’t Begins Phase II Of 50% Tractor Subsidy For Farmers

  Oyo State government has announced the commencement of the second phase of the 50 per cent land ploughing subsidy, known as the Tractorisation Policy as part of its efforts to support smallholder farmers in the state for the 2025 farming season. Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Barr. Olasunkanmi Olaleye disclosed this on Thursday […]

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1 week ago Circular Road: Oyo Gov’t Pays N264m Compensation To Property Owners

The Oyo State government on Thursday commenced the first batch of N264 million as compensation to property owners affected on the Senator Rasheed Adewolu circular road corridor. The presentation of cheques was held at the Conference Room of the Ministry of Lands, Housing and Urban development, Agodi in Ibadan. LEADERSHIP recalls that the state government […]

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1 week ago How Ogwus Youth Empowerment Organisation is fighting insecurity through opportunity

In a region where youth restiveness, unemployment, and insecurity have continued to disrupt lives and stall development, one man’s vision read more How Ogwus Youth Empowerment Organisation is fighting insecurity through opportunity

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2 w. ago We want to use our youth tracing programme to create job creators in the agricultural sector – Leventis Foundation

For over three decades, the Leventis Foundation has been at the forefront of providing training in agricultural development, empowering thousands read more We want to use our youth tracing programme to create job creators in the agricultural sector – Leventis Foundation

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2 w. ago Alaafin unveils agenda, vows to tackle youth unemployment, promote culture

The newly installed Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade, has outlined his vision for the ancient Oyo Kingdom, promising to prioritise youth empowerment, infrastructure development, and the promotion of Yoruba culture and language. Oba Owoade officially ascended the throne in Oyo town on Saturday, marking the beginning of a new era following the passing of Read More

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2 w. ago Jonathan disowns youth empowerment initiative promising N10m to beneficiaries

By John Ogunsemore Former President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan has distanced himself from an online youth empowerment initiative promising between N5 million and N10 million in financial support to beneficiaries. The GEJ Foundation, in a disclaimer shared on X on Friday, said the initiative tagged “Empowering Nigerian Youth Enhancing Economic Growth” is fake and misleading. In […] The post Jonathan disowns youth empowerment initiative promising N10m to beneficiaries appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Oyo govt, NGOs, religious leaders collaborate to checkmate spate of unsafe abortion 

Tribune Online Oyo govt, NGOs, religious leaders collaborate to checkmate spate of unsafe abortion  "Safe abortion is not just a health issue but a matter of human dignity, bodily autonomy, and social justice. Ensuring access to safe procedures reduces maternal mortality, prevents unsafe practices, and upholds the rights of individuals to... Oyo govt, NGOs, religious leaders collaborate to checkmate spate of unsafe abortion  Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Empowering tomorrow: Bold vision of the Nigerian Youth Academy

Tribune Online Empowering tomorrow: Bold vision of the Nigerian Youth Academy AMIDST Africa’s vibrant landscape, where the energy of youth is both tangible and inspiring, stands a guiding light of hope and change: the Nigerian Youth Academy. With over 200 million citizens, Nigeria’s burgeoning population of young people is eager to redefine their futures. It is within this dynamic environment that the Nigerian Youth Academy sets […] Empowering tomorrow: Bold vision of the Nigerian Youth Academy Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Ramadan: Seyi Tinubu urges youth empowerment, national unity in Lagos

Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu, hosted Lagos youths and key stakeholders at an Iftar dinner, fostering dialogue and community engagement during the holy month of Ramadan. Iftar, the evening meal that marks the end of daily fasting during Ramadan, served as an avenue for Tinubu to engage with young people and political leaders, Read More

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3 w. ago Tinubu at 73: Presidential aide applauds interventions in education, youth empowerment 

Tribune Online Tinubu at 73: Presidential aide applauds interventions in education, youth empowerment  The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Student Engagement, Hon. Sunday Asefon, has lauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment to the development of education, describing it as a crucial step towards shaping the nation’s future, empowering young Nigerians, and ensuring a brighter tomorrow. In a statement issued on Saturday in Abuja to commemorate Tinubu’s […] Tinubu at 73: Presidential aide applauds interventions in education, youth empowerment  Tribune Online

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3 w. ago YEIDEP: Keystone Bank Lauds Federal Gov’t, Minister For Empowering Nigerian Youths

Keystone Bank Limited has lauded the President Bola Tinubu-led administration for its undying support towards youth development in Nigeria. The bank expressed its appreciation at a solidarity dinner held in honour of Comrade Ayodele Olawande, the Minister for Youth Development, and Comrade Kennedy Iyere, the Coordinator-General of the Youth Economic Intervention and De-Radicalization Program (YEIDEP) […]

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3 w. ago Nigeria secures €100,000 from Germany to address climate change

By Okwe Obi, Abuja The German government has allocated €100,000 to support the fight against climate change in Nigeria. The Head of Political Counsellor at the German Embassy in Nigeria, Matthias Dold, stated this at the Close-Out Event for the “Empowering Youth Civil Societies to Build Stronger Communities in Nigeria” project, organised by NGYouthSDGs, in […] The post Nigeria secures €100,000 from Germany to address climate change appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago FG, Oyo gov’t applaud Planet 3R for empowering 97 youths through recycling

From Taiwo Oluwadare, Ibadan   The Federal Government and Oyo State Government have commended Planet 3R, an integrated waste recycling and manufacturing firm, for its initiative in empowering 97 youths in Oyo State through a waste-to-wealth program.   Speaking at the Transform West Africa Project’s product demonstration and certification ceremony in Ibadan, Commissioner for Environment […] The post FG, Oyo gov’t applaud Planet 3R for empowering 97 youths through recycling appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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