12 h. ago European investors visit Edo for strategic partnerships in agriculture, skills development, energy

From Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin Dr. Simpa Afadama has facilitated the visit of a delegation of international investors, mostly from Europe, to several Edo State government agencies and agricultural organizations. The visit covered key institutions such as EdoJobs, the Edo State Migration Agency, the Nigeria-Agro Multipurpose Cooperative Society (NAMCS), and the All Farmers Association of Nigeria […] The post European investors visit Edo for strategic partnerships in agriculture, skills development, energy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Digitisation, policy reforms drivers of Africa’s retail growth — FoodCo

Stakeholders in Africa’s retail industry have been advised to prioritise digitisation, skills development, and policy advocacy. These are seen as read more Digitisation, policy reforms drivers of Africa’s retail growth — FoodCo

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19 h. ago ‘Nigerians Must Support Government To Reduce Illiteracy’, Says Humanitarian Onyeaji

An Abuja-based humanitarian, Mr Collins Onyeaji, has called on Nigerians to join hands with the government across the country towards reducing illiteracy at the grassroots. Onyeaji said by partnering with the government, Nigerians can assist to lower the wave of insecurity, equip younger ones with necessary skills and empower future generations for human capital development […]

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63 h. ago Job creation: NCDMB identifies key skill areas for capacity building

Tribune Online Job creation: NCDMB identifies key skill areas for capacity building The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) has identified key skill areas where it will focus its capacity-building efforts to create optimal job opportunities in Nigeria’s oil and gas industry. Job creation: NCDMB identifies key skill areas for capacity building Tribune Online

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6 d. ago Kaduna Targets 32,000 Graduates Annually Through National Skills Qualification

Kaduna State government hplansis set to train and graduate 32,000 learners every year through the newly established Institute of Vocational Training and Skills Development. The institute, commissioned by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in June, has campuses in Rigachikun, Soba and Samaru Kataf. The campuses have modern facilities to provide lifelong, practical, and globally relevant skills […]

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7 d. ago Nestlé commits to youth development, graduates 20 from technical training

Nestlé Nigeria PLC has reaffirmed its commitment to youth empowerment and skill development with the recent graduation of 20 young read more Nestlé commits to youth development, graduates 20 from technical training

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7 d. ago “Fame Is Fake” – Lateef Adedimeji Warns Against Chasing Popularity Over Craft

Nollywood actor and filmmaker Lateef Adedimeji has highlighted that fame is temporary and should not determine a person’s value. During a recent conference, shared on X, Adedimeji cautioned against chasing popularity at the expense of developing skills and building substance. He emphasised that when the public attention fades, a person is left with their true […] The post “Fame Is Fake” – Lateef Adedimeji Warns Against Chasing Popularity Over Craft appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Kaduna govt set to graduate 32,000 annually at  vocational institute 

Tribune Online Kaduna govt set to graduate 32,000 annually at  vocational institute  The Kaduna State Government has announced plans to train and graduate about 32,000 learners every year through the newly established Institute of Vocational Training and Skills Development. The Institute, commissioned by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in June, has campuses strategically located in Rigachikun, Soba, and Samaru Kataf. Speaking on the Institute, the Commissioner of Information, […] Kaduna govt set to graduate 32,000 annually at  vocational institute  Tribune Online

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2 w. ago ITEC at 61: India reaffirms commitment to skills transfer, capacity building

India has pledged to deepen its support for Nigeria’s development through skills transfer and capacity building as its flagship Indian read more ITEC at 61: India reaffirms commitment to skills transfer, capacity building

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2 w. ago Ministry of Education announces reform of Nigeria’s technical education curriculum

Tribune Online Ministry of Education announces reform of Nigeria’s technical education curriculum By: Eniola Shobiye The Federal Ministry of Education has announced a sweeping reform of Nigeria’s technical education curriculum, aimed at preparing young people for future jobs and aligning the country’s skills development with global standards. This was made known in a press release via the ministry’s Official X (formerly Twitter) handle. Unveiling the initiative in […] Ministry of Education announces reform of Nigeria’s technical education curriculum Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Gombe: Civil Society urges Governor Yahaya to prioritize human capital development

…Says Infrastructure May Collapse Without Skilled Workforce From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe Civil society organisations in Gombe State have called on the government to shift focus from physical infrastructure to human capital development, warning that without skilled manpower, ongoing projects may not be sustainable in the long run. The Chairman of the Gombe Network of Civil […] The post Gombe: Civil Society urges Governor Yahaya to prioritize human capital development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago IDEAS project: Abia govt begins construction of modern vocational centres

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia Abia State Government has begun the construction of modern vocational centres across the state under the Innovation Development and Effectiveness in the Acquisition of Skills (IDEAS) Project. Performing the groundbreaking ceremony of the project at Government Technical College (GTC), Osusu, Aba, Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Goodluck Ubochi said the […] The post IDEAS project: Abia govt begins construction of modern vocational centres appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Get these educational toys for your kids – and these are the reasons

Tribune Online Get these educational toys for your kids – and these are the reasons Educational toys are specially created to help children’s minds. In other words, they are designed to improve their cognitive development and problem-solving skills, including social and communication skills.  These types of toys basically bridge the gap between fun and learning. Through this, your kids would be able to understand the world around them because you’ve […] Get these educational toys for your kids – and these are the reasons Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Diaspora dollars vs. development: Can remittances replace lost talents, skilled labour?

On a hot afternoon in Lagos, 55-year-old trader, Mama Tolu, scrolls through her phone, waiting for a credit alert. Within read more Diaspora dollars vs. development: Can remittances replace lost talents, skilled labour?

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3 w. ago Empowering youths with skills helps create employment –Delta gov’s aide, Sharta

Executive Assistant to Delta State Governor on Community Development, Benjamin Sharta has said that empowering the youths with requisite skills would help to create employment and reduce crime rate. He stated this recently at the closing of a one-month skill acquisition programme by TheBenjamin Sharta Foundation at Ovwian Grammar School in Udu Local Government Area […] The post Empowering youths with skills helps create employment –Delta gov’s aide, Sharta appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Federal Government, Governors Push Skills Council Bill To NASS

The federal government and state governors have concluded plans to transmit a bill to the National Assembly for the formal establishment of the National Council on Skills. The move was part of sweeping efforts to harmonise Nigeria’s fragmented skills development sector and tackle youth unemployment. Kaduna State governor, Uba Sani disclosed this to State House […]

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4 w. ago Sokoto gov offers UDUS best graduating student free Hajj slot

Tribune Online Sokoto gov offers UDUS best graduating student free Hajj slot The governor also celebrated the institution’s milestone achievements and pledged stronger collaboration with the university in areas of innovation, skills development, and educational reform. Sokoto gov offers UDUS best graduating student free Hajj slot Tribune Online

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4 w. ago Kano Renews Partnership With UNESCO, Korea For Youth Skills Development

The Kano State Government has renewed its commitment to collaborate with UNESCO and South Korea to enhance technical and vocational education through the Better Education for Africa’s Rise (BEAR III) project. State Education Commissioner Dr. Ali Makoda, represented by the permanent secretary Alhaji Bashir Baffa, made this commitment during a meeting with the project’s technical […]

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