3 h. ago Expert calls for youth empowerment to drive sustainable agric development

Tribune Online Expert calls for youth empowerment to drive sustainable agric development The founder, UMèRA Farms Nigeria Limited, Olamide Alao-Akala, has emphasised the need for empowering youths to drive sustainable agricultural development in Nigeria. In a statement personally signed by the Alao-Akala and made available to journalists on Monday, the agric expert urged the federal government to strengthen support for grassroots agriculture initiatives and youth-focused solutions across […] Expert calls for youth empowerment to drive sustainable agric development Tribune Online

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8 h. ago Championing Economic Development: Segilola Resources Commissions New Palace, Launches Youth Empowerment Scheme In Osun State

Segilola Resources Operating Limited, Nigeria’s first large-scale gold mining company and a subsidiary of Thor Explorations Ltd, has commissioned a newly constructed royal palace in Imogbara and officially launched a youth empowerment scheme in Imogbara and Iperindo. These initiatives are part of the company’s Community Development Agreement (CDA) commitments, underscoring its dedication to sustainable development, […]

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68 h. ago Rep Seeks Youth Empowerment, Plans Vocational/Entrepreneurship Institute

The member representing Bassa/Jos North Federal Constituency of Plateau State in the National Assembly Hon. Daniel Asama has taken a step forward with the Bill for an Act to Establish the National Vocational and Entrepreneurship Institute, Jos. LEADERSHIP Weekend reports that the bill is sponsored by Asama aimed at tackling unemployment, youth restiveness, and skills […]

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3 d. ago Otuaro calls for stakeholder backing to empower Niger Delta youths

Tribune Online Otuaro calls for stakeholder backing to empower Niger Delta youths Rather than jacking up the monthly stipends of former militants, the Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), Dr Dennis Otuaro, has urged stakeholders across the Niger Delta to support his mission to... Otuaro calls for stakeholder backing to empower Niger Delta youths Tribune Online

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3 d. ago 8 Nigerian Universities ‘Battle’ To Win ECOWAS Court Maiden Moot Competition

Students from eight Nigerian universities have gathered for the maiden edition of the ECOWAS Community Court of Justice’s Moot Court Competition, which is organised to foster legal integration, youth empowerment, and the intellectual best of the region’s students. The institutions include Ahmadu Bello University Zaria (ABU), the University of Nigeria Nsukka ( UNN), the University […]

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4 d. ago Group launches HIV support web page to strengthen fight against the disease

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano A group, Bridge Connect Africa Initiative (BCAI), has announced the launch of a Youth-led HIV Support Page, aimed at empowering young Nigerians in the fight against the spread of HIV/AIDS. The support page, ‘Youth Leading HIV Awareness Campaign (YOLHAC)’ Webpage, aims to highlight the need for HIV education, combat stigma, and […] The post Group launches HIV support web page to strengthen fight against the disease appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago 8 Nigerian Varsities Battle To Win ECOWAS Court Maiden Moot Competition

Students from eight Nigerian universities have gathered for the maiden edition of the Moot Court Competition of the ECOWAS Community Court of Justice, organised to foster legal integration, youth empowerment and to bring about the intellectual best of the students of the region. The institutions include; Ahmadu Bello University Zaria (ABU); University of Nigeria Nsukka […]

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4 d. ago Lagos Aviation Academy deepens capacity development of 3,000 professionals

Lagos Aviation Academy (LAA) has disclosed that since opening in 2017, it has trained over 3,000 professionals across multiple aviation read more Lagos Aviation Academy deepens capacity development of 3,000 professionals

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4 d. ago WHX Lagos, WHX Labs wraps up with major strides for West African healthcare

From Rebecca Samuel, Lagos The recently concluded 2025 editions of WHX Lagos and WHX Labs Lagos delivered a powerful boost to West Africa’s healthcare sector, reinforcing the event’s role as a key platform for healthcare innovation, investment, and policy dialogue. Held at the Landmark Centre in Lagos, the three-day gathering brought together more than 8,000 […] The post WHX Lagos, WHX Labs wraps up with major strides for West African healthcare appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Democracy Day: Firm pledges 20 million jobs in support of Tinubu’s govt

Tribune Online Democracy Day: Firm pledges 20 million jobs in support of Tinubu’s govt He emphasised that the initiative is not profit-driven but aimed at helping the President realise his vision of economic empowerment for Nigerian youths. Democracy Day: Firm pledges 20 million jobs in support of Tinubu’s govt Tribune Online

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5 d. ago I Have No Interest In Politics, My Visit To Tinubu Not Political – Tunde Onakoya Tells Nigerians

Nigerian chess champion and founder of Chess in Slums Africa, Tunde Onakoya, has replied some Nigerians over his recent visit to President Bola Tinubu. Onakoya in a statement on Wednesday, explained that his mission remains focused on youth empowerment rather than political alignment. The Guinness World Record winner stressed that he had turned down many […] The post I Have No Interest In Politics, My Visit To Tinubu Not Political – Tunde Onakoya Tells Nigerians appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago FG unveils $50m impact Fund to empower youth entrepreneurs, boost MSMEs

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja   As part of efforts to combat youth unemployment and boost small businesses, the Federal Government has invested $50 million into the Nigeria Wholesale Impact Investment Fund (WIIF). The initiative is aimed at unlocking access to financing for young entrepreneurs and micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). The fund, now anchored […] The post FG unveils $50m impact Fund to empower youth entrepreneurs, boost MSMEs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago FG to partner Guinness world record holder, Onakoya, to expand Chess in slums

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja In a move to empower children and youths nationwide, the Federal Government is set to collaborate with Tunde Onakoya, the Chess Guinness World record holder, to expand his “Chess in Slums Africa” initiative. President Bola Tinubu announced the partnership on Monday via a tweet, following a meeting with Onakoya. He commended […] The post FG to partner Guinness world record holder, Onakoya, to expand Chess in slums appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Itel Solar Energy commissions first training Centre at University of Ibadan

Tribune Online Itel Solar Energy commissions first training Centre at University of Ibadan IN a bold move to empower Nigerian youths and accelerate the adoption of renewable energy, Itel Solar Energy has officially commissioned its first Solar Energy Training Centre in partnership with the University of Ibadan (UI). The commissioning ceremony, which took place recently, marked a significant milestone in the company’s education-focused corporate social responsibility (CSR) and […] Itel Solar Energy commissions first training Centre at University of Ibadan Tribune Online

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6 d. ago FG to partner with chess guinness world record holder Onakoya to expand “Chess in Slums” initiative

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja In a move to empower children and youths nationwide, the Federal Government is set to collaborate with Tunde Onakoya, the celebrated Chess Guinness World Record holder, to expand his “Chess in Slums Africa” initiative. President Bola Tinubu announced the partnership on Monday via a tweet, following a meeting with Onakoya. He […] The post FG to partner with chess guinness world record holder Onakoya to expand “Chess in Slums” initiative appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago OPay Deepens CSR Footprint With Scholarship Expansion To Benue State University

In line with its commitment to education and youth empowerment, Nigeria’s leading financial institution, OPay, has announced the expansion of its ₦1.2 billion scholarship programme to Benue State University, The move marks Benue State University as the seventh beneficiary of the company’s ambitious 10-year initiative aimed at alleviating the financial burdens of students across the […]

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7 d. ago Police arrest suspect with N90,000 stolen cigarettes in Lagos

By John Ogunsemore The Rapid Response Squad (RRS) of the Lagos State Police Command has arrested a man with nine packs of cigarettes worth N90,000 allegedly stolen from a supermarket in Falomo, Ikoyi area of the state. In a Facebook post, the RRS said its patrol team arrested the suspect (name withheld) at 5:30 pm […] The post Police arrest suspect with N90,000 stolen cigarettes in Lagos appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago YALI Network Delta, U.S. Consulate support young entrepreneurs with leadership, soft skills

…Over 200 youths challenged to lead ventures that create jobs, drive impact In a bold move to redefine youth empowerment, read more YALI Network Delta, U.S. Consulate support young entrepreneurs with leadership, soft skills

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8 d. ago Ashoka Africa commits to empowering youths with skills to foster social innovation

Unveils 2025 cohort of changemakers Determined to build a network of social entrepreneurs, Ashoka Africa, an organisation dedicated to fostering read more Ashoka Africa commits to empowering youths with skills to foster social innovation

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9 d. ago World Environment Day: Imo govt commissions waste recycling, training centre

From Stanley Uzoaru, Owerri The Imo State government has commissioned a waste recycling and training centre which will provide hands-on skills to youths on how to convert plastic, cans, and paper into useful products. While commissioning the skill centre during the celebration of 2025 World Environment Day in Owerri with the theme ” Ending plastic […] The post World Environment Day: Imo govt commissions waste recycling, training centre appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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