…Manir Muhammad Dan’iya, described the situation as a major setback to education and human capital development, saying the closures had deprived thousands of children of access to education. Benue In Benue, insecurity has forced the closure of numerous primary schools across Kwande, Gwer West, Guma and Logo local govern…

…education, climate resilience, water resource management, humanitarian response and human capital development. The minister stressed that sustainable peace could not be achieved through military action alone, but must be supported by inclusive economic growth, social justice and opportunities for young people. He also…

…in implementing President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which places education and human capital development at the centre of the country’s economic transformation. Alausa said the administration was deliberately shifting Nigeria’s education system from overdependence on academic certificates to one that produces…

…involvement in crime and other social vices, promote national cohesion and strengthen human capital development. Alausa also argued that sports should be viewed as an economic sector capable of generating employment and attracting investment. “For too long, many of our gifted athletes have sought opportunities abroad b…

…in what the agency described as further evidence of the programme’s investment in human capital development in the Niger Delta. PAP, in a statement signed by the Special Assistant to the PAP Administrator, Igoniko Oduma, disclosed on Monday that the four distinction graduates are Nina Orubebe (Financial Management), To…

…solar-powered systems, further underscored its commitment to greener aviation. On human capital development, Shuaibu pointed out that the authority has continued to invest in specialised training programmes covering airport management, aviation security, engineering, firefighting, emergency response and safety manageme…

…President on the commission’s proposed roadmap for interventions in infrastructure and human capital development, and disclosed plans to conduct a baseline study to properly guide its programme. He also sought the Vice President’s guidance in working harmoniously with state governments through the National Economic Cou…

…a $1tn economy by 2030. The minister said the government was deliberately investing in human capital development by expanding access to professional education in critical sectors. “We want to be the manpower supplier of the world. We need to produce competent, skilled and educated young Nigerians who will drive our eco…

…the federal government would continue to expand access to quality education, strengthen human capital development, and equip Nigerian youths with the skills required to compete in the rapidly evolving global economy. He maintained that under President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, education would remain the foundation…

…Obi described education and healthcare as investments rather than expenses, arguing that human capital development remains the foundation of national progress. As our conversation ended, I asked how Nigeria should position itself globally. Obi said the country must become a respected destination for investment through…

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…skills and academic outlook, which he said reflected the Federal Government’s human capital development agenda. Speaking on the proposed land-swap initiative, the minister said the policy was aimed at responsibly leveraging underutilised government land to generate resources for the construction of classrooms, hostels…

…potential, noting that its youthful population places it at the centre of Nigeria’s human capital development agenda. She commended the state government for its commitment to improving the welfare of children and vulnerable groups. According to her, UNICEF remains encouraged by the progress being recorded in health, ed…

…healthcare delivery, worsen infrastructure deficits in schools and limit the country’s human capital development prospects. The report also acknowledged improvements in Nigeria’s macroeconomic indicators, including the increase in foreign exchange reserves to $45.5bn by the end of 2025. However, it cautioned that the g…

…advantage could only translate into economic growth through deliberate investments in human capital development. He warned that inadequate investment in young people, economic pressures, infrastructure gaps and insecurity could prevent the country from fully harnessing its demographic dividend. The NPC chairman urged t…

…and as Chairman of the Edo State Library Board highlighted his deep-seated commitment to human capital development and youth empowerment. Resource Management: Serving as the Edo State Commissioner for Minerals, Oil, and Gas, he managed complex state portfolios with transparency and integrity, solidifying his reputation…

…PAP administrator said the Federal Government had continued to invest in education and human capital development as part of efforts to prevent a relapse into conflict. He disclosed that about 8,500 scholarship beneficiaries are currently studying in universities across Nigeria, while another 247 beneficiaries are pursu…

…while $393.67m remained available. The World Bank expanded its support for Nigeria's human capital development in September 2024 with the approval of three major projects valued at $1.5bn. The projects comprised the $500m Nigeria Human Capital Opportunities for Prosperity and Equity Governance programme, the $500m Prim…

…Affairs and Community Development, Abubakar Batta; Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, Lawal Olohungbebe; House of Representatives candidate for Ifelodun/Offa/Oyun Federal Constituency, Rafiu Ajakaye; Chairman, Lower Niger River Basin Development Authority, Abdullateef Alakawa, among others.

…former President Muhammadu Buhari, was his unwavering commitment to education and human capital development. She said this as she performed the groundbreaking ceremony for a new Computer Science Complex at Al-Qalam University, Katsina. The project is being financed from the proceeds of the book From Soldier to Statesma…

…Dr Chinelo Nwosu, commended the European Union for its sustained investment in Nigeria's human capital development. She encouraged the beneficiaries to make the most of the opportunity and return to contribute meaningfully to Nigeria's growth. "Go to school, come back and continue to develop Nigeria. Be good ambassador…

…education, stressing that uninterrupted access to education will strengthen the nation's human capital development. He said, "This is one of the most important educational reforms in recent times. By creating a seamless twelve-year learning structure, the Federal Government has demonstrated commitment to reducing barri…

…said that communities in the region had continued to bear the consequences of inadequate human capital development. Represented by Sen. Ibrahim Hadejia, Deputy Chief of Staff, Office of the vice president, he spoke at the Northern Nigeria Human Capital Development Summit in Abuja. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) repor…

…June, 2026 and signed by Mrs B. Osanupin on behalf of the Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, Dr Lawal Olohungbebe, the state government directed all school proprietors, principals, headteachers, […]