Nigeria has launched a bold plan to train 20 million young people in digital skills by 2030. This effort aims to boost youth employment and prepare the country for growth in the global digital economy. The initiative was announced by the Vice President’s office after a meeting with United
Senator Ned Nwoko Senator Ned Nwoko, Chairman of the Senate Ad-hoc Committee on Crude Oil Theft, has called for the urgent adoption of advanced technology to combat oil theft in Nigeria. Speaking to the News Agency of Nigeria, he stressed that Nigeria’s reliance on oil revenue demands that its crude oil resources be treated as […]
The Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism, and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa The Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism, and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to working closely with all 36 states and the private sector to grow Nigeria’s creative economy to $100 billion. Speaking at a dinner […]
Ojude Oba, meaning “The King’s Forecourt,” is a remarkable cultural festival celebrated annually by the Ijebu people of Ogun State. Held two days after Eid-el-Kabir, it gathers indigenes and visitors from around the world to pay homage to the Awujale of Ijebuland, showcasing the richness of Yoruba tradition, fashion, and unity. A Festival Rooted in
Former First Lady of Nigeria, Dame Patience Jonathan Former First Lady of Nigeria, Dame Patience Jonathan, has been conferred with a doctorate degree in Psychology, Guidance and Counselling by Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Port Harcourt. The honorary degree was awarded during the school’s 43rd Convocation Ceremony held on Saturday, marking another significant
The MTN Foundation, in collaboration with the Federal Government and Ogun State Government, has launched AgriConnect—a digital agriculture initiative aimed at empowering 1,000 smallholder farmers with mobile-based agricultural tools and knowledge. The project, launched on Wednesday at the June 12 Cultural Centre in Abeokuta, will provide selected farmers with access
Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has distributed 50 Toyota Hilux patrol vehicles to various security agencies as part of his administration’s continued efforts to improve the safety and protection of lives and property across the state. The presentation ceremony, which took place at the Government House in Akure, marked a major […]
Arik Air Arik Air has partnered with the non-profit organization Hospitals for Humanity to provide free open-heart surgeries for over 150 Nigerian children every year. This initiative is aimed at helping children with congenital heart defects, especially those who cannot afford the high cost of surgery. How the Programme Works Hospitals for Humanity will
Corp members The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has encouraged outgoing corps members not to rely solely on white-collar jobs, but to take bold steps toward self-employment and wealth creation. This advice was given by the NYSC Coordinator in Rivers State, Mr. Moses Oleghe, during the passing-out ceremony of the 2024 Batch B Stream I […]
In a major step toward improving Nigeria’s dairy industry, the Federal Government and Nestlé Nigeria have launched a new initiative to train farmers and boost local milk production. This partnership was unveiled during the signing of a Letter of Intent between Nestlé and the Ministry of Livestock Development on World Milk Day 2025. The programme […]