…NCC chief, the success of the partnership would be measured by its practical impact on skills development, idea generation, business creation and job opportunities. The commission’s decision to transfer the facilities to Enugu, Maida said, was informed by the state government’s investments in education, infrastructure,…

…introduced reforms focusing on Technical and Vocational Education and Training, digital skills development and stronger collaboration between education and industry. Nigeria has long struggled with inadequate sports infrastructure and the migration of talented athletes abroad due to limited opportunities for combining…

…to creating opportunities that empower young people. “Through programmes that promote skills development, entrepreneurship, employment, innovation and a business-friendly environment, we are laying a solid foundation for sustainable growth and prosperity,” he said. “Our vision is clear: to raise a generation of Edo you…

…on investing in manufacturing, agriculture, modern infrastructure, quality education, skills development and export-oriented industries to harness Nigeria’s youthful population as an economic advantage. According to him, Nigerians were not responsible for the country’s current predicament, insisting that poor leadershi…

…urged governments at all levels to make deliberate investments in education, healthcare, skills development and employment for young people, warning that Nigeria’s growing youthful population could either become a demographic dividend or a missed opportunity. The NPC Chairman, Dr Aminu Yusuf, represented by the Federal…

…technology, banking and the economy.The Lagos State Government has launched its 2026 skills development programme for tradesmen and artisans, targeting 1,200 beneficiaries in an eight-week initiative designed to boost productivity, expand employment opportunities and strengthen small businesses.The programme, organised…

…market. According to him, President Tinubu’s unprecedented investments in education, skills development, and human capital are designed to position Nigeria as a leading exporter of skilled professionals. “We want to be the manpower supplier of the world. We need to produce competent, skilled, and educated young Nigeria…

…leaders.He said participants would benefit from mentorship, creative and digital skills development, entrepreneurship support and leadership engagement designed to help them compete in a rapidly evolving global economy.New Lagos hub offers mentorship and practical skills to help youths build sustainable businesses. Pho…

…the creative economy through initiatives aimed at expanding access to funding, skills development, digital innovation and international market opportunities. Stakeholders have also increasingly advocated greater investment in children’s creative education, arguing that early exposure to filmmaking, animation and digita…

…reforms aimed at repositioning technical education through increased investment in skills development, stronger industry partnerships and digital innovation. He also called on governments, school administrators, parents, communities and development partners to intensify advocacy for technical education and encourage mo…

…external financing and must be complemented by investments in education, healthcare and skills development to improve productivity and earnings. The World Bank also linked poverty reduction to improvements in human capital. It warned that learning poverty remains widespread, with 84 per cent of children aged between fi…

…can be directed towards women entrepreneurs. The partnership also places emphasis on skills development. In Latin America, Visa Foundation has supported digital training initiatives for women entrepreneurs, including programmes that provide access to business tools and resources at different stages of enterprise develo…

…accelerated review of the National Youth Policy and sustained investment in education, skills development, healthcare and job creation to enable young Nigerians to maximise their potential. Speaking on the theme of the 2026 World Population Day, “Realising the hopes and aspirations of young people — today and for the f…

…The answers will determine our national destiny. Government must treat youth skills development as a matter of national security, investing in digital infrastructure and modern curricula. Schools must shift from rote learning to practical application. The Private Sector must step up with massive mentorship, internship,…

…more efficient public spending and increased investment in infrastructure, skills development and targeted social protection programmes. The Fund also advised commodity-exporting countries to avoid excessive government spending during periods of high commodity prices.According to the report, "Economies benefiting from…

…sustained investments in education, agriculture, livelihoods, youth empowerment and skills development alongside ongoing security operations. The forum urged governments and security agencies to protect farmers during the rainy season against insecurity and communal conflicts. It also pledged closer collaboration with…

…investment in durable solutions for internally displaced persons (IDPs), including skills development, livelihood support, social inclusion and community resilience programmes to enable displaced persons rebuild their lives with dignity. The minister also sought greater technical assistance, institutional capacity buil…

…not be enough to build a competitive digital economy. He said sustained investment in skills development, partnerships, and trust would be equally important in ensuring that innovation delivered inclusive economic growth. Software developer Omolara Oladipupo also highlighted the commercial potential of emerging technol…

Vice President Kashim Shettima has called for urgent investments in health, education and skills development across northern Nigeria. Shettima 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, O…

…enhancing healthcare delivery and outcomes, addressing youth unemployment through skills development and entrepreneurship, promoting innovation, technology adoption, and private sector partnerships, as well as strengthening inter-state collaboration and policy coherence across Northern Nigeria. Speaking on the upcoming…

…with the Development Agenda for Western Nigeria (DAWN) Commission to advance digital skills development and strengthen innovation infrastructure across the six states of Southwest Nigeria. NITDA announced the partnership in a statement issued on June 11. The agreement, signed by the leadership of both organisations, se…

…of the tools that can help make that happen. That’s why we’re continuing to invest in AI skills development. In 2024, we announced a $5.8 million grant programme across Kenya, Nigeria and South Africa to help civil servants and nonprofit leaders build AI capabilities. Through Google.org, we’re also focused on AI skilli…

…it," Alausa said, stressing that ongoing investments in infrastructure, technology, skills development, research and institutional reforms must be matched by practical measures that improve staff welfare and quality of life. More insights Since disbursements began on 28 October 2025, the programme has processed more th…