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Agege partners Kunle Afolayan to groom young creatives

Agege Local Government has partnered veteran filmmaker Kunle Afolayan to empower young creatives in the area through practical training and mentorship.​ The initiative, championed by council chairman Ganiyu Obasa, will provide hands on skills in film, music and podcasting to help youths build careers in the creative industry. Obasa, accompanied by the vice chairman, council manager and top officials, visited Afolayan to map out a long term collaboration.​ He said the goal is to identify and develop promising talents from Agege, giving them access to professional productions and platforms where they can compete at national and international levels.​ In a post on X, Obasa explained that discussions focused on creating real platforms where young people can gain confidence, refine their skills and explore their creativity in a structured way.​ He added that the programme will emphasise originality, discipline and sustainable […]

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Fed Govt sets up team for 1m digital skills drive

The Federal Government has inaugurated a Joint Implementation Committee to plan a National Digital Literacy Conference and oversee the training and certification of one million Nigerians in digital and emerging skills.​The committee’s work supports Nigeria’s target of reaching 95 percent digital literacy by 2030 under the national digital economy agenda.​ The committee was inaugurated in Abuja by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, represented by Permanent Secretary Ibrahim Kana, during the launch of the ClergyWealth Digital Skills Nigeria (SkillUp) Initiative.​Kana described the move as a major step in deepening digital literacy, building human capital and driving inclusive digital transformation in line with government priorities.​ He stressed that the SkillUp Initiative, run under the Future Proof Economy Model, is completely funded and implemented by ClergyWealth Cooperative Society Limited, with no financial commitment from the Federal Government.​He […]

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MultiChoice Talent Factory opens 2026 intake for young African filmmakers

MultiChoice Talent Factory has opened applications for its 2026 intake, inviting aspiring African filmmakers, directors, producers, scriptwriters and storytellers to apply for its fully funded training programme. The Pan African film and television academy offers industry accredited training aimed at developing the next generation of screen talent across the continent.​ MultiChoice said the initiative is part of its commitment, within the CANAL+ ecosystem, to tell compelling African stories for audiences at home and abroad. The company explained that the programme equips young creatives with technical, creative and business skills needed to succeed in the global film and television industry.​ The 2026 edition of the MultiChoice Talent Factory is a nine month programme that combines classroom learning with practical experience. It uses a hybrid model, mixing online sessions with intensive in person training to give participants hands on exposure to real […]

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AU anti graft board seeks youth partnership to fight corruption

The African Union Advisory Board Against Corruption has pledged to deepen collaboration with young people across the continent in order to tackle corruption and build a future based on integrity and justice. Chairperson Kwami Edem Senanu made the commitment in Arusha, Tanzania, in a statement marking International Anti Corruption Day 2025.​ Senanu described Africa’s youth as future custodians of the continent who are not only victims of corruption and illicit financial flows but also powerful agents of change. He warned that corruption undermines development, erodes public trust and blocks human progress by stealing resources and opportunities.​ Citing estimates by Mo Ibrahim, he noted that Africa loses around 125 billion dollars every year to corruption. He said the day should therefore be seen not only as a reminder of losses but also as a fresh opportunity to renew collective resolve to […]

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FG youth programmes reduced crime in Niger Delta – NDYM

The Niger Delta Youth Movement (NDYM) has commended the Federal Government for implementing various youth training and empowerment programmes that have significantly reduced criminal activities across the Niger Delta region. In a statement issued by its National President, Comrade Major Ekene, NDYM stated that the Federal Government’s youth-focused interventions under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu have contributed to a sharp decline in militancy, youth restiveness, crude oil theft, and other forms of economic sabotage. The group expressed appreciation to the Ministry of Regional Development, led by Engineer Abubakar Momoh, for effectively implementing the Tinubu administration’s initiatives aimed at transforming the lives of young people through practical and entrepreneurial training. “The Niger Delta Youth Movement, the umbrella body of all youths in the region, deeply appreciates the Ministry of Regional Development for its pragmatic training programmes,” the statement read. “We pledge our […]

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Ogun State Graduates First Certified Digital Technicians

Ogun State has produced its first batch of certified digital technicians through a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) initiative aimed at building a skilled technology workforce. The graduates completed a free, three-month training program organized by the state government in partnership with Cybervilla, a tech firm. The "Cybersquad Training Programme" was designed to equip youths with practical skills in hardware repair, equipment configuration, and technical support. At the graduation ceremony in Abeokuta, the CEO of Cybervilla, Ifeanyi Adirika, stated that the initiative has created a network of skilled technicians who will improve digital support services across Nigeria. Government officials, including the Special Adviser on ICT, congratulated the graduates. They emphasized that the program breaks down barriers to entering the tech industry and provides a path to gainful employment. A representative for the graduates, Timilehin Ajisebutu, pledged that they would use their new […]

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UNICEF Appoints Zephia Ovia-Ikem as NextGen Champion

The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) has appointed Nigerian tech entrepreneur Zephia Ovia-Ikem as a UNICEF NextGen Champion. This appointment is part of UNICEF's initiative to engage emerging global leaders to advance children's rights and youth empowerment. In her new role, Ovia-Ikem will help mobilize private sector partnerships and resources to support UNICEF's work in Nigeria, focusing on areas like education, health, and digital innovation. The UNICEF Representative in Nigeria stated that Ovia-Ikem has been a strong supporter of their youth programs. Ovia-Ikem expressed her commitment to ensuring every child in Nigeria has access to opportunities to thrive. The appointment highlights the growing importance of public-private partnerships in addressing the challenges facing children and young people in the country.

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FG Boosts Youth Empowerment with ₦1m Grants for 17 Startups

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to youth empowerment through innovation and entrepreneurship as 17 promising startups received ₦1 million each under the Nigerian Youth Academy (NiYA) initiative. Minister of Youth Development, Dr. Ayodele Olawande, said the Nigerian Youth Academy was designed to equip young Nigerians with the skills, tools, and networks needed to thrive in an innovation-driven economy. Speaking at the NiYA Startup Pitch event, Dr. Olawande described the programme as “more than a competition,” noting that it reflects what happens when young Nigerians are given opportunities to turn creativity into sustainable impact. “This event is part of our NiYA journey to support youth innovation, entrepreneurship, and national development. Through NiYA Gigs, NiYA Jobs, NiYA Academy, and NiYA Startup, we are building an ecosystem that supports young people from learning and training to scaling their businesses,” he said. […]

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EU Injects $6.35m Into Niger Delta Youth, Vulnerable Training – Common Ground

The European Union (EU) has committed $6.35 million to empower youths and vulnerable groups in the Niger Delta with entrepreneurship and business development training, in a bid to reduce poverty and insecurity in the region. The initiative, announced by Chorbe Joshua Gonlur, Consortium Manager for Search for Common Ground, was unveiled at the Social Media Listening Report validation meeting in Asaba, Delta State. According to Gonlur, 794 individuals drawn from Rivers, Bayelsa, and Delta States will benefit from the programme. Of this number, 595 participants are under the Search for Common Ground project, while 200 beneficiaries are selected through the Stakeholder Democracy Network (SDN). The training, delivered in collaboration with the Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND), will cover 66 communities identified as facing urgent livelihood and economic challenges. Participants will undergo three to six months of […]

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NYSC fosters unity, national growth – Adeleke

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has described the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) as a lasting legacy that continues to promote national unity and development. Speaking at the swearing-in ceremony of the 2025 Batch B Stream II corps members at the NYSC Orientation Camp in Ede on Friday, Adeleke—represented by the Commissioner for Youth Affairs, Moshood Olalekan—praised the scheme as a unifying platform for young Nigerians from diverse cultural, ethnic, and religious backgrounds. “The scheme has greatly strengthened the bonds of our unity and also fostered national development.We will continue to ensure that the orientation camp remains conducive, secure, and adequately resourced for the training and welfare of corps members,” Adeleke said. He noted that the service year offers corps members opportunities to contribute to state and national growth in areas such as education, healthcare, rural development, agriculture, and […]

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