Vocational training
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The Federal Government of Nigeria has said it will introduce financial incentives for students learning in technical and vocational schools as part of a broader reform to strengthen the country’s workforce. This was revealed by education minister Tunji Alausa while speaking on Channels television. Alausa outlined a four-step plan aimed at increasing enrolment in vocational…
5 Dec
The Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, has outlined a new strategy focused on advancing Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM), as well as Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) to enhance the overall quality of learning in the country. Alausa, who stated this while declaring open the stakeholders’ consultative dialogue on the Education Sector…
7 Sep
Some entrepreneurs in Ibadan have underscored engagement in vocational training as a balanced learning option for children. READ ALSO:SMEDAN’s major constraint is fund, says entrepreneurship expert The entrepreneurs, in separate interviews with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Saturday, say vocational training will also ensure the children’s wholesome development.…
26 Jul 2024
The Johnbosco Onunkwo Foundation has distributed over 1,000 bags of 50kg fertiliser and 600 sewing machines to women cooperative farmers and youths in Anambra State. This initiative is part of the foundation’s efforts to enhance food production and achieve food sufficiency in the state. Founded by Anambra-born philanthropist and two-time All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship…
31 May 2024
In just four months, President Bola Tinubu has achieved notable progress in the humanitarian and poverty alleviation sector. One of the notable achievement is the comprehensive food distribution programs which benefitted over a million Nigerians. These efforts have positively impacted the lives of countless impoverished citizens, showcasing a strong commitment to addressing poverty and humanitarian…
29 Feb 2024
The Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Adebo Ogundoyin has called for increased involvement of Local Governments in the various skills acquisition and vocational training programmes for youths across the country.
17 Feb 2024
Bayelsa State government has indicated its readiness to partner Gregory University, Uturu, Abia State on vocational training programme to create a critical mass of middle-class and high manpower to drive the local economy.
12 Feb 2024
Lagos State governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has announced the launch of "Project Loud," a two-month, all-expenses-paid training programme aimed at empowering Lagosians with vocational skills. The initiative, dubbed "Lagos of Our Dreams," offers free training in mixology, catering, tailoring, makeup/gele, wig-making, shoemaking, facials & massage, manicure & pedicure, baking, and pastries to all residents. Interested candidates…