Housing Ministry to Empower Nigerian Youths Through Skills Training in 2026 Budget 

Adetutu A, The Insights 27 October 2025

Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development, Rt Hon. Yusuf Abdullahi Ata. Photo credit: Federal Ministry The Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development has revealed plans to integrate youth empowerment initiatives into its 2026 budget through the National Artisans Skills

Olowu Hope Initiative Launches Women Empowerment Fund 

Adetutu A, The Insights 30 September 2025

Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim. The Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, has officially unveiled the Olowu Hope Initiative (OHI) Women Empowerment Fund. The programme, founded by the Olowu of Owu Kingdom, Oba (Prof.) Saka Matemilola, aims to reach 50,000 women in the next decade and ultimately impact one million lives across Nigeria. 

NADDC Trains 15,000 Technicians to Bridge Auto Skills Gap 

Adetutu A, The Insights 15 September 2025

NADDC’s Director-General, Joseph Osanipin. The National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC) has trained over 15,000 technicians through its Mechatronics Programme for Tricycle and Motorcycle Repair and Maintenance. The initiative is aimed at closing Nigeria’s automotive skills gap, creating jobs, and preparing technicians for the future of mobility.  At

Nestlé, FG Partner to Train Farmers and Boost Milk Production in Nigeria 

Adetutu A, The Insights 2 June 2025

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 […]

Federal Government Launches LEEP to Create 2.5 Million Jobs and Empower Nigerians 

Adetutu A, The Insights 17 April 2025

Labour Employment and Empowerment Programme ( LEEP) – theinsightsng A New Opportunity for Job Seekers in Nigeria   The Federal Government has launched a major employment and skills development program called the Labour Employment and Empowerment Programme (LEEP). This initiative, which was launched by Vice President Kashim Shettima at the Presidential Villa in

Julius Berger Graduates Trainees, Launches Vocational Skills Academy 

Adetutu A, The Insights 31 March 2025

Julius Berger Nigeria Plc recently marked a significant achievement with the graduation of its first batch of trainees from the Vocational Skills Support Programme in Abuja. The event also saw the onboarding of 40 new trainees and the official launch of the Julius Berger Vocational Skills Academy.  The ceremony attracted key industry stakeholders, including

NABTEB to Introduce Computer-Based Exams by 2026 

Adetutu A, The Insights 21 March 2025

National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB) The National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB) is set to introduce computer-based examinations by 2026 as part of efforts to modernize its examination processes and enhance credibility. This announcement was made by the newly appointed Registrar/Chief Executive Officer, Mohammed-Aminu Mohammed,

Empowering Nigerians through Health Insurance and Vocational Skills

Adetutu A, The Insights 12 September 2024

Governor Agbu Kefas of Taraba State- ARDnig The Taraba State Government, in partnership with the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), has allocated N61 million to provide health insurance for 5,085 vulnerable individuals. This project aims to reduce the financial burden of medical expenses and support families by offering both healthcare and