7 h. ago Abuja Literary Scene Abuzz As David Nwokorie Launches ‘Before the Next Move’

Abuja’s literary community was agog on Friday, March 7, 2025, as acclaimed author Mr David Nwokorie unveiled his latest book, Before the Next Move. The event attracted a distinguished audience, including Hon. Suleiman Ibrahim Dabo and the Minister of Youth Development, Hon. Ayodele Olawande, represented by Chief Obinna Nwaka. Providing the book review, Hon. Dabo […]

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30 h. ago Nigerian energy innovator wins 2025 Commonwealth youth award

A Nigerian innovator, Stanley Anigbogu, has clinched the overall title of 2025 Commonwealth Young Person of the Year at the annual Commonwealth Youth Awards for Excellence in Development Work, in London. Anigbogu, who is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of LightEd, was recognised for transforming waste into solar innovations that provide clean energy to Read More

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48 h. ago Lack of leadership hindering Nigeria’s development, says Okpebholo

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has identified the dearth of leadership as a major factor stalling Nigeria’s development. Okpebholo made this assertion while delivering a keynote address titled “Shaping the Future: The Importance of Leadership in Edo State Youth Development” at the Youth Leadership Clinic 2025, organized by postgraduate students of the University of Read More

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2 d. ago FG signs pact on expanding economic opportunities for youths

Tribune Online FG signs pact on expanding economic opportunities for youths In a groundbreaking move to tackle youth unemployment and boost economic empowerment, the Federal Ministry of Youth Development, the Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment, and Sapphital Limited have signed a transformative Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The agreement, signed by the Minister of Youth Development, Comrade Ayodele Olawande, and the Minister of State for Labour […] FG signs pact on expanding economic opportunities for youths Tribune Online

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3 d. ago Gov Aliyu Eulogises Seyi Tinubu On Youth Empowerment Initiative

Governor Ahmed Aliyu of Sokoto State has eulogised Seyi Tinubu, founder of the Renewed Hope Youth Empowerment Initiative, for his contributions to politics and economic development. He stated this in his remark while playing host to Seyi Tinubu, who was accompanied by the Minister of Youth Development,  Sunday Olawande, at the Government House in Sokoto. […]

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3 d. ago Miga youths reject recent health sector recruitment in Jigawa

Tribune Online Miga youths reject recent health sector recruitment in Jigawa The Miga Youth Development Association, of Miga Local Government Area in Jigawa State, has protested and rejected the list of the recent health personnel recruited by the state government. Miga youths reject recent health sector recruitment in Jigawa Tribune Online

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3 d. ago Tinubu inaugurates planning committee for national youth congress

Tribune Online Tinubu inaugurates planning committee for national youth congress President Bola Tinubu on Monday inaugurated the Planning Committee for the National Youth Congress. Speaking at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, he reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to youth empowerment, emphasising that government policies are designed to secure a prosperous future for the next generation. He urged young Nigerians to take ownership of the country’s development. […] Tinubu inaugurates planning committee for national youth congress Tribune Online

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4 d. ago Minister, Sokoto gov, Seyi Tinubu push for youth empowerment

The Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, has reiterated the Federal Government’s commitment to youth empowerment, stating that his visit to Sokoto State aims to foster engagement with young people during Ramadan and provide essential support. Speaking during his visit on Sunday, Olawande, who was accompanied by Seyi Tinubu, emphasised the importance of youth-focused initiatives, Read More

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4 d. ago Youth Dev’t Ministry Partners Flutterwave To Drive Empowerment, Mentorship

The Federal Ministry of Youth Development has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with leading fintech, Flutterwave, to advance youth empowerment, mentorship, and access to business skills development. The signing ceremony, led by the Minister for Youth Development, Comrade Ayodele Olawande, included senior officials such as the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Mr. Olubunmi Olusanya. […]

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5 d. ago What it will take to collaborate with Woli Agba, old members again —Alfa Sule

Tribune Online What it will take to collaborate with Woli Agba, old members again —Alfa Sule Femi Ajewole, widely known as Afla Sule or Otiganpa, is the leader of the Christ Chosen Vessel Dance Drama Group and a prominent figure in the gospel ministry. Despite facing various challenges, he remains steadfast and committed to his calling. In an interview with SEYI SOKOYA, the pioneer of the dance drama ministry, speaks on […] What it will take to collaborate with Woli Agba, old members again —Alfa Sule Tribune Online

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7 d. ago Empowering women through vocational skills: Key to curbing unemployment, exploitation, gender

Nigeria, like many developing nations, faces significant challenges related to youth unemployment, gender-based violence, and social exploitation, including prostitution and read more Empowering women through vocational skills: Key to curbing unemployment, exploitation, gender-based violence in Nigeria

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7 d. ago FCT secures Italy’s partnership on vocational training, agriculture

The Federal Capital Territory Administration and the Lombardy Regional Government of Italy have agreed to collaborate on vocational education and agriculture to boost youth empowerment and agricultural development in Abuja. The partnership was disclosed in a statement on Thursday by the Senior Special Assistant to the FCT Minister on Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Read More

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7 d. ago Niger govt, NALDA partner to engage 100,000 youths in agriculture

Tribune Online Niger govt, NALDA partner to engage 100,000 youths in agriculture The Ministry of Youth Development, Niger State Government, and National Agricultural Land Development Authority (NALDA) have agreed to collaborate on empowering 100,000 youths through a National Youth Agricultural Scheme. To this end, the Minister of Youth Development, Comrade Ayodele Olawande, Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umar Bago; the Chairman of Niger Foods, Mr. Sammy Adigun; and […] Niger govt, NALDA partner to engage 100,000 youths in agriculture Tribune Online

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9 d. ago Kaduna gov pledges youth development ministry after Seyi Tinubu’s visit

Seyi, the son of President Bola Tinubu, on Tuesday, led his Renewed Hope Youth Engagement team on a courtesy visit to Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani at Sir Kashim Ibrahim House in the state capital. During the visit, Governor Sani promised to propose the creation of a Ministry of Youth Development to the Kaduna State Read More

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2 w. ago Youth Ministry, UNESCO partner to train civil servants in digital skills

Tribune Online Youth Ministry, UNESCO partner to train civil servants in digital skills The Federal Ministry of Youth Development in collaboration with the United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) has launched a transformative capacity-building programme to enhance skills in Digital Transformation and Artificial Intelligence for both senior management and junior staff members of the Ministry. Youth Ministry, UNESCO partner to train civil servants in digital skills Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Tinubu pledges support for Flutterwave’s SME growth, digital economy expansion initiative

Tribune Online Tinubu pledges support for Flutterwave’s SME growth, digital economy expansion initiative In a significant move to drive economic growth and development, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu held a strategic meeting with the leadership of Flutterwave, Africa’s leading payments technology company. The discussions focused on fostering youth empowerment, small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) development, and expanding Nigeria’s digital economy. This meeting builds on the Federal Ministry of Youth […] Tinubu pledges support for Flutterwave’s SME growth, digital economy expansion initiative Tribune Online

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2 w. ago I don’t hold on to what isn’t mine — Min for Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande

The Minister for Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, tells NAOMI CHIMA about his strategies and plans to help youth upskill and have better lives in Nigeria Tell us about your educational trajectory. I completed my secondary school education in Ekiti State before proceeding to the Federal Polytechnic, Ado-Ekiti, where I studied Civil Engineering. I later continued Read More

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3 w. ago Kano Female Students Encouraged To Take Courses In Engineering

Female science students in Kano have been encouraged to take courses in engineering to balance gender domination in the field. Commemorating the 2025 International Day of Women and Girls in Science on Thursday in Kano, Moses Agbara, the Director of Programs at the Youth Initiative for Sustainable Human Development in Africa, said they are in […]

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