nigerian youth
2 Oct
Youth is a phase of life between childhood and full adulthood. According to the National Youth Development Policy for Nigeria, a youth is defined as any person from the age of 18 to 35 years. Youth are therefore, generally regarded as the cornerstone of any society
3 Sep
In a world where the global finance and management technology services market is rapidly evolving, the need for specialised skills and knowledge has become paramount. Responding to this need, Fola Financial LLC, an American-based company renowned for its comprehensive financial services, has partnered with Stanchion TM Consults NG, a Nigerian firm celebrated for its innovative,…
22 Aug
The Centre for Integrated Health Programme (CIHP) has called on the government at all levels to move beyond policies and implement strategic interventions that will reduce the vulnerabilities of adolescents and young people through sustainable measures. Speaking at the 4th Annual Scientific Roundtable Series in Abuja, CIHP's CEO, Dr. Bolanle Oyeledun, stressed the need to…
15 Aug
The first week of August protests was fraught with arrests, attacks, death, looting, and violence. Even peaceful protesters were galvanised to resort to life saving acts and techniques. Anywhere in the world where citizens choose and decide to fight for their rights; it’s always the same story. The system of democratic government in Nigeria for…
11 Jun
The Chief Executive Officer, Stanbic IBTC Holdings Plc, Dr Demola Sogunle, has urged Nigerian youths to prioritise every opportunity they
29 Apr
The Federal Government has declared open a portal where Nigerian youth can register for $617 million worth of up-skill, startup funding. This was made known on Monday in a statement by the Bank of Industry (BOI). "Calling all Nigerian youths! FGN has provided $617 million for up-skilling, startup funding, catalytic infrastructure, and policy advocacy," BOI…
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Lagos never sleeps, and its nightlife sparkles brighter than Eko’s city lights. If you’re looking to vibe to Afrobeat, sip cocktails, or crave an exclusive lounge experience, Lagos delivers. Ready to hit the town? Here are the top spots to light up your night. Quilox Club Quilox isn’t just a club—it’s a lifestyle. Famous for…
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The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr Festus Keyamo, on Tuesday, performed the ground-breaking ceremony for the Abia Airport project. In a speech at the event held at Ubaha-Nsulu in Isiala Ngwa North Local Government Area, Keyamo said that the project was upgraded from an airstrip to an international cargo airport. He described the airport…
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Kano State Government has spent N1.6 billion on the upgrading of slaughterhouses in 20 local government areas of the state. The project was executed through the State Agro-Pastoral Development Project(KSADP), in collaboration with development partners namely, Islamic Development Bank(IDB),Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and Qatar Foundation. Other partners in the project were:King Salman Humanitarian and…
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The manufacturer of the recalled batch of Deekins Amoxycilin 500mg capsule is in custody, says the National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC). Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, the Director-General of the agency, confirmed this on Tuesday at a news conference in Lagos. On Dec. 11, NAFDAC notified the public of the recall of…
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To be honest, vacations aren’t always budget-friendly. Sometimes, your account balance is just looking funny, or your work schedule won’t let you breathe. But who says you need Dubai or the Maldives to unwind? You can still soft-life from the comfort of your home or local area without splurging on flight tickets. Here’s how to…
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The National Security Adviser (NSA), Malam Nuhu Ribadu, says effective arms control requires strong legal framework, enduring partnerships, continuous training, resource allocation and shared sense of responsibility. Ribadu said this at a workshop on “Review of the Firearms Act of 1959”, organised by the National Centre for the Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons…
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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially recognised Sylvester Ezeokenwa as the national chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), following a protracted leadership dispute. The commission’s decision comes in compliance with a recent Supreme Court judgment delivered on 27 November 2024, which settled the longstanding battle for APGA’s leadership. The legal struggle…
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President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Nze Ozichukwu Chukwu, has urged the Igbo to ensure that only quality men and women with outstanding pedigree are elected to the National Executive Committee (NEC) of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, come January 10, 2025. He explained that the Igbo are one of the leading lights of Africa and for that trajectory…
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Mexico has asked the United States to extradite the suspected mastermind behind the murder of journalist Javier Valdez after he was arrested on drug charges, the attorney general said. Damaso Lopez Serrano, known as "Mini Lic," is accused of ordering the 2017 killing of Valdez, an award-winning journalist and AFP contributor who covered the narcotics…
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Three Venezuelan police officers, a businessman and a forensic expert were on Tuesday sentenced to prison terms of between 15 and 20 years for complicity in the 2015 murder of rapper Canserbero. Tyrone Gonzalez, or Canserbero, as he was better known, died in 2015 at the age of 26 in a fall from the 10th…