…from the Tinubu administration, particularly in agriculture, education, youth empowerment and women development. “No region has benefited under Tinubu’s administration like the North, particularly the seven states in the North-West region,” Mamadi quoted Sani as saying. He urged members of the support group to take the…

…in the Rivers State House of Assembly. Known for his community outreach, youth empowerment programmes and advocacy for local development, he noted that ADP’s platform better aligns with his vision for education, infrastructure, healthcare, and economic opportunities in Okrika. Stephen’s decision to dump the party has d…

Jigawa First Lady Dr Amina Umar Namadi launched an empowerment programme for widows in Garki Local Government Area on August 22, 2026The initiative distributed sewing machines and grinding machines to widows selected from each ward across the local governmentGarki LGA chairman Hon. Adamu Hudu Kore said beneficiaries we…

…service.Ododo pledged that his administration would continue to prioritise youth empowerment, adding, "This administration would continue to strengthen and add value to youth empowerment initiatives aimed at improving productivity, self-reliance and the overall development of young people in the state."He also gave ass…

…his interventions in Ondo Central had focused on education, healthcare, infrastructure, empowerment and human capital development. He said he had facilitated educational projects worth over N800 million at Oyemekun Grammar School, Akure, as well as classroom projects at St Helens Unity Secondary School, Ondo; Owobamibo…

…that he had accepted the responsibility after Nigerians urged him to move beyond his empowerment activities and take a more direct role in politics. “The presidential candidate of the DLA is the youngest presidential candidate or the incoming president of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, the youngest,” he said. Adebisi…

…visible progress in infrastructure, urban renewal, education, healthcare and economic empowerment. Mustapha, who hails from Gambari Ward 1, recently left the APC for the Peoples Democratic Party amid political realignments ahead of the 2027 general elections. The Councillor representing Gambari Ward 1 in Ilorin East LG…

…advocated a security overhaul, while Rotimi Amaechi stressed intelligence and economic empowerment. Obi said insecurity could not be separated from poverty and unemployment. “You need to do a comprehensive overhaul or study of our strategy to a security problem today,” he said. Amaechi, meanwhile, said creating an econ…

…the visit was in recognition of the PAP’s “unprecedented success in the education and empowerment of Niger Delta youths” under Otuaro. Okotete commended the PAP helmsman for his commitment and judicious application of funds, which had helped thousands of the region’s youths to receive quality education. He also express…

…in Ogun State. They cited projects in tertiary institutions, scholarships and empowerment programmes as some of the initiatives they said had demonstrated the senator’s commitment to students and youths in the state. According to them, “Senator YAYI, as the bona fide APC governorship candidate, has facilitated several…

…Democratic Party in Kwara State have traded accusations over the disruption of an empowerment programme organised by the Kwara Central APC Women Leader, Tawakalitu Agaka, popularly known as Hajia Tawa. The programme, held on Saturday at Agaka’s family residence in Ilorin, was organised for women, youths and widows, wit…

…and peaceful conduct of the election. He pledged to prioritise rural development, youth empowerment and agricultural transformation during his tenure as chairman. The APC Chairman in Ebonyi State, Stanley Okoro Emegha, described the party’s sweeping victory as an indication of its dominance in the state. Emegha said th…

…the additional FAAC receipts had funded road construction and rehabilitation, women’s empowerment and scholarship programmes. In Zamfara, the government attributed the completion of the Gusau International Airport, township roads, healthcare centres, water schemes and agricultural interventions to increased federal all…

…leadership also pledged to invest in digital skills, leadership development, women’s empowerment and the welfare of workers as the energy industry evolves. Olabiyi said the association would pursue collaboration with government and industry while remaining firm on workers’ rights. “We are not anti-business. We are pro-…

…what could have been achieved if such huge amounts were instead invested in education, empowerment and poverty alleviation. “So between Accord and APC, they spent ₦100 billion for the election. How many schools? How many empowerment can ₦100 billion give you? If you share ₦100 billion, ₦1 million each to people, you kn…

…Balami Foundation, he has supported educational interventions, scholarships and youth empowerment initiatives aimed at helping young Nigerians access opportunities.Balami launches aviation scholarship for 160 youthsIn February 2025, the Isaac Balami Foundation launched a tuition-free aviation scholarship programme for…

The Akwa Ibom State Government said it is targeting a total of 110,000 women for empowerment across the 31 Local Government Areas of the state through cooperative societies in October this year. The State Governor, Umo Eno, announced the plan during the launch of the Federal Government’s rural women empowerment initiat…

…environmental sustainability, digital innovation, security, governance and youth empowerment. The governor added that the plan was aligned with the administration’s Building Your Future (BYF) policy framework, the Katsina State Economic Development Strategy, national development frameworks, the African Union’s Agenda 2…

…that a man with money is always the right one for them to get married to. Financial empowerment as a man has been a yardstick used by some women in judging their acceptance of a marriage proposal from a man. Tochi, in a post shared on Instagram, opined that such a mindset is coming from a place of poverty. by Linda Ike…

…uncertainty, resilient families, women’s role in peacebuilding, education and economic empowerment, security, climate change, humanitarian crises and youth mentorship. Hamza said the discussions were expected to produce practical recommendations aimed at strengthening families, communities and institutions. She said FO…

…administration was pursuing a dual approach of immediate relief and sustainable economic empowerment. He said the government had supported farmers with subsidised fertiliser and other agricultural inputs, while expanding irrigation through solar and petrol-powered pumps, tube wells and other interventions. “These inves…

…students and was completing a hatchery project as part of its contribution to economic empowerment and development. He assured the governor of continued prayers for divine favour, wisdom and strength, as well as the recognition and development of Delta State at the national and global levels. The PFN chairman also comm…

…emerged showing Hajiya Maryam Wadada distributing bundles of naira notes to women at an empowerment event in Nasarawa StateThe event, held a week before the 2027 campaign period begins, saw ₦325 million shared among 6,500 women across 13 local government areasNigerians online are calling on the EFCC to investigate the…

…State for having Suphi as one of their sons. He commended Suphi's commitment to youth empowerment, education and community development, describing the initiative as worthy of commendation. Baraje, speaking on behalf of Saraki, said, "Dr Saraki asked me to extend his congratulations to the people of Bauchi for having a…

…and expand access to critical services across healthcare, education, economic empowerment and community development.First Bank unveils N10 million business grants Previously, Legit.ng reported that FirstBank has awarded N10 million in grants to female business owners through its inaugural Spark A Gem Challenge, a compe…