9 h. ago Parents’ denial deepening drug abuse crises in Nigeria, say psychiatrists

The rising cases of drug abuse among Nigerian youths are being fuelled by a culture of denial among parents and guardians, psychiatrists have said. The experts stated that the safe haven often provided by parents and guardians to children and young adults indulging in drugs and opioids is contributing to the growing menace. A report Read More

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48 h. ago “Take Nigeria Back From Old Generation If You Want To Enjoy Your Future” – Falana Charges Youths

Controversial human rights lawyer and activist, Femi Falana, has charged Nigerian youths to reclaim the country back from old generation. Speaking in Lagos during sixth Annual Youth Leadership Conference, tagged Resilience, Innovation, Social Responsibility and Entrepreneurship (RISE 2025), held at the University of Lagos, on Saturday, Mr. Falana said that the country is no more […] The post “Take Nigeria Back From Old Generation If You Want To Enjoy Your Future” – Falana Charges Youths appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 d. ago Stakeholders seek youth participation in fight against malaria

Stakeholders from the health sector have called on Nigerian youth and women to join the fight against malaria in the country. They made the call on Saturday at an engagement meeting in Abuja organised by the African Leaders Malaria Alliance in collaboration with The Global Fund and Malaria and NTDs Youth Corps. Welcoming participants to Read More

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3 d. 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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5 d. ago Otti promises support for Army recruitment drive among Abia youths

The Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has promised to assist in sensitising Abia youths for recruitment into the Nigerian Army. Otti stated this in government house Umuahia on Wednesday while receiving in audience a delegation of the Year 2025 Nigerian Army Recruitment Awareness Team, from Army headquarters, Abuja, led by Brigadier General Chima Ekeator. The Read More

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5 d. ago ‘UN proud to be your ally, ‘ resident coordinator assures Nigerian youths

The United Nations Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Nigeria, Mohamed Fall, has expressed the UN’s pride in being an ally of the youth, encouraging them to continue being a force for positive change in society. Fall stated this at the sixth edition of the Lagos Secondary Schools Model United Nations conference held on Tuesday. The Read More

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6 d. ago Shun army recruitment, embrace farming, IPOB tells Igbo youths

The Indigenous People of Biafra has urged youths in the South-East to avoid joining the Nigerian Army, warning that doing so may expose them to the dangers of Boko Haram and other terrorist groups. Instead, IPOB is encouraging young people in the region to return home and take up farming, arguing that the Nigerian state Read More

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6 d. ago How partnership is rescuing Nigerian youths from poverty, crime, and hopelessness

In a country where joblessness, crime, and frustration weigh heavily on young people, one quiet effort is demonstrating that real read more How partnership is rescuing Nigerian youths from poverty, crime, and hopelessness

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6 d. ago “Avoid Being Used As Sacrifice To North, Boycott Army Recruitment” – IPOB Tells South East Youths

Indigenous People of Biafra has warned South-East youths against joining Nigerian Army in fighting terrorists in the northern part of the country. The group alleged that Nigerian military has historically exhibited ethnic bias, often sending recruits from the South to dangerous zones dominated by terrorist groups such as Boko Haram and bandits. In a statement […] The post “Avoid Being Used As Sacrifice To North, Boycott Army Recruitment” – IPOB Tells South East Youths appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week 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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1 week ago NEXHUB Sets To Hold Export Conference, Harps On Youths Involvement

A leading export organisation in the Nigerian exporters hub, NEXHUB Limited, has concluded arrangements to organise an Export Conference for Nigerian Youths tagged NEX-GEN 2025. The two-day export conference which will begin on the April 25, 2025, will end the following day April 26, 2025. The Export Conference with the theme ‘Unlocking Export Potential’, will […]

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2 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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2 w. ago Ekiti Commissioner, Adedayo, elected chairman of Nigerian Youth Commissioners’ Forum

Tribune Online Ekiti Commissioner, Adedayo, elected chairman of Nigerian Youth Commissioners’ Forum The Ekiti State Commissioner for Youth Development, Gold Adesola Adedayo, has been elected Chairman of the Nigerian Youth Commissioners' Forum (NYCF). Ekiti Commissioner, Adedayo, elected chairman of Nigerian Youth Commissioners’ Forum Tribune Online

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2 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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2 w. ago Ogun Monarch Calls For Youths’ Involvement In Farming To Tackle Unemployment

The Alake and Paramount ruler of Egbaland, Oba Adedotun Aremu Gbadebo on Wednesday stressed the need for Nigerian youths to embrace agriculture as the best panacea for overcoming challenges of unemployment, as well as food security for the country. Oba Gbadebo, who described the level of youth unemployment and the current high prices of food […]

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2 w. ago Embrace agriculture for food security, job creation – Ogun monarch urges youths

The Alake and Paramount ruler of Egbaland, Oba Adedotun Gbadebo has called on Nigerian youths to embrace agriculture to boost food creation and create jobs Gbadebo described the level of unemployment as well as the challenge of food insecurity in the country as worrisome saying that the youths can however bring about a turnaround with Read More

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3 w. ago Youths Speaker Commiserates With Governor Radda Over Mother’s Death

The speaker of the Nigerian Youth Parliament, Hon. Aliyu Zakari Idris has condoled with Katsina State governor Dr Dikko Umaru Radda over the passing of his beloved mother, Hajiya Safara’u Ummaru Bare Bare. In a statement, Idris emphasised that the Hajiya Safara’u was a pillar of strength to her family and a source of kindness […]

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3 w. ago We’re Equipping Nigerian Youths To Compete Globally – Tinubu

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has affirmed his administration’s resolve to equip Nigerian youths with the required skills to compete effectively as key players on the global stage. Speaking yesterday in Abuja, Tinubu listed areas in which the government intends to train the young population, including world-class training in digital literacy, technical skills, entrepreneurship, and the […]

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3 w. ago Tinubu unveils youth academy to bridge skills gap, boost empowerment

President Bola Tinubu, on Monday, affirmed his administration’s resolve to equip Nigerian youths with the required skills that would enable them to compete effectively as key players on the global stage. Tinubu, who stated this when he officially launched the Nigerian Youth Academy at the Council Chambers of the Presidential Villa in Abuja, noted that Read More

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3 w. ago Tinubu NiYA launches, says youths being equipped to be major competitors on global stage

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   President Bola Tinubu at the launch of the Nigerian Youth Academy (NiYA) on Monday, has affirmed his administration’s resolve to equip Nigerian youths with the required skills that would enable them to compete effectively as key players on the global stage. Speaking at the ceremony at the Council Chambers of […] The post Tinubu NiYA launches, says youths being equipped to be major competitors on global stage appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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