As Dr. Jamila Bio Ibrahim, Minister of Youth Development, prepares to hold a youth town hall meeting in Akure, Ondo State, there is a growing wave of dissatisfaction among the South West youth. In an open letter signed by Prince Ajibola Ilelabade, the region's youth have criticised the event as a “government jamboree,” accusing it…

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has called on the youth and residents of the state to maintain peace, ensuring the state's economic development plans under the ARISE Agenda remain on track. Addressing key stakeholders, including youth groups, students, market associations, the NLC and TUC, civil societies, and others in Uyo, the Governor acknowledged the…

Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has been hailed as a star progressive governor in Nigeria, with outstanding achievements across multiple sectors, according to Folorunsho Aluko, Director General of the Progressive Governors' Forum (PGF). Aluko expressed his admiration during a recent two-day working visit to the state. Aluko, who led a five-person media team from the…

The Nasrul-lahi-li Fathi Society of Nigeria (NASFAT) has launched technology and renewable energy initiatives to empower young people in Nigeria, some West African countries, and the United Kingdom. Through the society’s ACTIVATE initiative, an ambitious project of their Economic Empowerment Committee, NASFAT continues to make strides in redefining professional development with its distinct cohorts in…

Aisha Tella Ochuwa, the Group Managing Director of Aisha Ochuwa Limited, a thriving conglomerate comprising multiple jewellery brands, has urged law students of Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU), Ago Iwoye, Ogun State, to embrace entrepreneurship. Ms Ochuwa, an investment consultant, visited the institution recently at the invitation of the students from the Faculty of Law to…

In commemoration of World Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Day, celebrated globally on June 27, Silicon Delta Innovation Hub, the cutting-edge innovation hub in the Niger Delta, received a notable visit from Moses Siloko Siasia, Chairman of Heritage Times, founder Niger Delta Young Professionals Forum and Mosilo group, during the week. This visit underscored…

In a significant stride towards combating climate change and deforestation, The Offshore Lab has partnered with Bauchi State University, Gadau to launch the ambitious Campus Green Belt initiative at the university’s main campus in Gadau. This groundbreaking project, marked by the planting of 1,000 fruit-bearing trees and the installation of a state-of-the-art drip irrigation system,…

In a landmark deal, The Alternative Bank has signed a N14 billion deal with the Niger State government valued at over N 14 billion, to finance the delivery of 5000 electric tricycles to drive social impact, youth empowerment, business growth and economic prosperity in the state.

In a heartwarming celebration of Children's Day, the Dominic Joshua Foundation brought joy and inspiration to hundreds of children across Abuja. The event, held at the City Park, was filled with laughter, music, and various activities designed to celebrate the potential and importance of the younger generation. Addressing the enthusiastic crowd, the foundation's spokesperson reminded…

Tosin Onanuga, a prominent figure in Nigeria's mobile technology sector, is leading the charge for digital inclusion, aiming to bridge the gap and empower disenfranchised children and youths through access to digital infrastructure. Recognizing the transformative power of technology in accelerating education and socioeconomic progress, Onanuga is dedicated to ensuring that all Nigerians have equal…

Connect Initiative, a socio-political group of entrepreneurs and professionals is set to commemorate the 60th birthday of Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, by empowering 60 vulnerable people from across the 31 Local Government Areas of the state. The empowerment programme scheduled to hold in Uyo, the State capital on Tuesday, April 23, 2024 would…

Critical stakeholders in the Niger Delta region, from the academic, thought leaders, experts in different fields and policy makers on Wednesday met at a public lecture series hosted by Advocate Newspaper to x-rayed and proffered solutions Nigeria's leadership challenges. In commemoration of its 10th anniversary, the management of Advocate Publication Limited, publishers of Advocate Newspaper,…