Leading stakeholders have applauded the coming 21st Century Skills Roadmap, saying Nigeria needs it to free itself from the strangleholds of unemployment and poverty. According to a statement by Career Digest (CD) Limited, the organisers of the event meant to unveil the roadmap, the stakeholders spoke, while indicating their willingness to attend the unveiling ceremony,…

To break gender disparity in the technology sector, a group known as 'Her Tech Trail' has trained and empowered young women in the Niger Delta region with tech skills. Participants at the training event were drawn from secondary schools, higher institutions, fresh graduates, members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), entrepreneurs, and media representatives…

The House of Representative member representing Ajaokuta Federal Constituency, Hon. Sanni Egidi Abdulraheem, has empowered hundreds of his constituents with entrepreneurial skills. The empowerment programme covered a range of skills, including ICT/software applications, solar panel installations, and the use of agro products in farming. According to the lawmaker, the initiative was aimed at equipping participants…

The Federal Government on Friday urged young people in the country to actively develop and adopt crucial 21st-century skills, including critical thinking, digital literacy, and effective communication to be more attractive candidates in the eyes of potential employers. According to the government, these skills are essential tools for navigating the increasingly competitive job market and…

The Chancellor of Covenant University, Ota, Ogun, Dr David Oyedepo, has stressed the need for universities to equip students with the necessary skills to solve the country’s leadership challenges. Oyedepo made the call in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Friday in Ota. Oyedepo said that could be done by establishing…

In a bid to foster synergy among tertiary institutions and professional bodies in the country, Chrisland University has signed a landmark Linkage Agreement with the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators of Nigeria (ICSAN) to help students inculcate leadership skills. Speaking at the event, Vice-Chancellor of Chrisland University, Professor Chinedum Peace Babalola, disclosed the importance…

The Brigade Commander of the 23 Brigade, Yola, Adamawa State, Brigadier General Zawaya, has emphasized the need for graduates of the Nigerian Army Officers Wives Association (NAOWA) vocational programme to effectively utilize the skills they have acquired to foster economic independence. The call to action was made during the graduation ceremony of the first batch…

Founder of Africa at Under 40 Chief Executive Officers (CEOs), Familusi Babajide, has emphasised the importance of encouraging curiosity and innovation from an early age, saying these skills have great impact on a child’s personal development and future career achievements.