17 h. ago French Embassy, partners launch initiatives to support artists, managers

as Amplify Bootcamp holds in Abuja, Lagos this April As part of the Création Africa Fund, and in partnership with read more French Embassy, partners launch initiatives to support artists, managers

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17 h. 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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43 h. ago First Bank Reaffirms Commitment To Youth And Sports Development

Following the impressive outcome of the inaugural South West Games, First Bank of Nigeria Limited has pledged its continued support for any initiative aimed at developing youth and promoting sports across the country. At the closing ceremony of the Games, Seyi Oyefeso, the Executive Director of Retail Banking at First Bank, emphasized the bank’s dedication […]

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62 h. ago NAFDAC poised to ensure Nigerians assess quality medical products

NAFDAC has urged stakeholders in the healthcare space to support its laudable initiatives to combat substandard and fortified products. read more NAFDAC poised to ensure Nigerians assess quality medical products

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64 h. ago Alaafin ‘ll Encourage, Support Women Empowerment Initiatives — Oyo Queen

The wife of the Alaafin of Oyo, Ayaba Abiwumi Owoade has expressed the readiness of Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I, towards encouraging and supporting activities that can improve women economic power to develop high-esteem, boost confidence and exhibit their God-given potentials. Ayaba Abiwumi called on the three tiers of governments to provide enabling environment for […]

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4 d. ago Zero Waste Day: Senate Backs Moves To Engage 30m Youths By 5GEE Ecocitizen Campaign

In celebration of the International Day of Zero Waste 2025, Nigeria is set to showcase the 5GEE Ecocitizen campaign aimed at engaging over 30 million youths across more than 8,000 electoral wards in the country. The initiative, which enjoys the support of the Senate, seeks to mobilise more than 10 million community Eco-citizen Marshalls and […]

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4 d. ago Axis Of Hope Initiative Empowers Women In Jahi Community Of FCT

Axis of Hope Initiative has empowered women entrepreneurs and partnered with PL Mentorship Club for “Parents Connect 2.0: Mindset Shift.” It has also donated cash to women in Jahi as part of its empowerment initiatives to support women at the grassroots level in the FCT. Axis of Hope Initiative (AXHOI), is a non-governmental organization dedicated […]

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5 d. ago Palmpay Partners Verve To Provide 35m Customers Debit Cards Access

Africa’s largest domestic payments card and token brand, Verve, partnered with PalmPay, one of  digital payments platforms, to launch the PalmPay debit card, at the Tech Unite Africa event recently held at the Muson Convention Centre, Lagos, Nigeria. The PalmPay debit card, now powered by Verve, offers users a convenient way to perform transactions both […]

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9 d. ago Nigeria Partners UN To Launch 2025 Short Film Challenge For Young Creatives

The Federal Government of Nigeria, in collaboration with the United Nations, has officially launched the third edition of the SDGs Short Film Challenge and Awards. The initiative, unveiled at the UN House in Abuja on Wednesday, aimed to empower young Nigerian filmmakers to use storytelling as a tool for advocacy and sustainable development. Speaking at […]

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9 d. ago Nigeria’s Gaming Industry Gets Boost With New Lagos Facility

A video game development and e-sports training hub by Gamr Africa has been unveiled in Lagos to train 5,000 participants in its first year and support the growth of the country’s growing gaming industry. The facility, which was launched in collaboration with the French Embassy and the University of Lagos (UNILAG), was designed to equip […]

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1 week ago Meta announces Llama Impact Grant for startups, researchers in Africa

Tribune Online Meta announces Llama Impact Grant for startups, researchers in Africa META, in partnership with Data Science Africa, is excited to announce the Llama Impact Grant for startups and researchers based in Sub-Saharan Africa. As part of Meta’s global Llama Impact Grants, this initiative will support and develop unique solutions tailored to the region’s needs. “Artificial Intelligence (AI) has more potential than any other modern technology […] Meta announces Llama Impact Grant for startups, researchers in Africa Tribune Online

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1 week ago Glo Foundation partners Lagos Food Bank to alleviate hunger in Lagos community

By Agatha Emeadi In a bid to give back to the rural communities, the Glo Foundation has partnered with the Lagos Food Bank Initiative to launch a community outreach programme aimed at alleviating hunger in vulnerable Nigerians. The event, held at the Love Lagos Jetty in Bariga, Lagos, was a bustling scene filled with joy […] The post Glo Foundation partners Lagos Food Bank to alleviate hunger in Lagos community appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Stakeholders Seek Increased Funding For Family Planning In Bauchi

Stakeholders in Bauchi State have raised the alarm over dwindling support for family planning initiatives, calling for urgent action to ensure their sustainability and accessibility. The appeal was made during a stakeholders’ engagement meeting organised by the Bauchi State Government in collaboration with The Challenge Initiative Nigeria (TCI). The chairman of Bauchi State Primary Healthcare […]

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2 w. ago Delta govt commends FG, assures total support for FMC Ovwian

Tribune Online Delta govt commends FG, assures total support for FMC Ovwian The commissioner commended the federal government for considering the State for the establishment of the medical center in Ovwian for the provision of tertiary health care adding that the initiative Delta govt commends FG, assures total support for FMC Ovwian Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Sokoto govt increases family planning advocacy, calls for stronger community involvement

Tribune Online Sokoto govt increases family planning advocacy, calls for stronger community involvement The Sokoto State Primary Healthcare Development Agency has commended The Challenge Initiative (TCI) for its steadfast support in promoting family planning and reproductive health across the state. Speaking at a one-day roundtable discussion held on Monday at the Epidemiological Unit of the Specialist Hospital in Sokoto, the agency’s Executive Secretary, Dr. Larai Tambuwal—represented by Malam […] Sokoto govt increases family planning advocacy, calls for stronger community involvement Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Ramadan: Clerics urge politicians to copy Bello Matawalle’s gesture

Tribune Online Ramadan: Clerics urge politicians to copy Bello Matawalle’s gesture The Nigeria Muslim League Group (NIMUL) has hailed the Minister of State for Defense, Hon. Bello Mohammed Matawalle, for his exceptional act of generosity during Ramadan, donating over N500 million and massive food supplies to support the less privileged. This initiative was aimed at easing the economic hardship faced by thousands in Zamfara and neighboring […] Ramadan: Clerics urge politicians to copy Bello Matawalle’s gesture Tribune Online

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2 w. ago FG partners Roche, Oncopadi to provide care for 5,000 breast cancer patients

The Federal Government is working with a multinational healthcare company, Roche and digital healthcare provider, Oncopadi Technologies, to launch a read more FG partners Roche, Oncopadi to provide care for 5,000 breast cancer patients

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3 w. ago Imo: Stakeholders commend Charles Obinna for sponsoring registration of 1,350 students for JAMB exam

In a remarkable show of commitment to youth empowerment and education, Mr. Charles Obinna, Chairman, Wheelbarrow Group, has received widespread commendation from stakeholders for sponsoring the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examination registration of 1,350 students from the 27 local government areas of Imo State. The initiative, which aims to support indigent but brilliant […] The post Imo: Stakeholders commend Charles Obinna for sponsoring registration of 1,350 students for JAMB exam appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago TETFund takes steps to boost power supply in tertiary institutions

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) said it has commenced realistic steps to improve power supply in tertiary institutions across the country. It said the initiative was part of a commitment to support the government’s efforts to have a steady power supply to tertiary institutions across the country. Chairman, Board of Trustees […] The post TETFund takes steps to boost power supply in tertiary institutions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Jigawa agency urges LG chairmen to support waste to wealth initiative

Tribune Online Jigawa agency urges LG chairmen to support waste to wealth initiative The Managing Director of the Jigawa State Environmental Protection Agency (JISEPA), Malam Adamu Sabo, called on the 27 local government council chairmen in the state to collaborate with his agency and advance the Waste to Wealth Initiative by investing more resources into the ongoing women waste recycling management training exercises. Jigawa agency urges LG chairmen to support waste to wealth initiative Tribune Online

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