A lecturer at Sokoto State University, Dr. Maria Abdullahi, has urged students to take vocational skills seriously as a way to survive and succeed in today’s tough economy. Speaking to economics students, she reminded them that with Nigeria’s unemployment rate now above 33%, relying only on office jobs is no longer realistic. Dr. Abdullahi explained
The University of Benin has officially flagged off the training of 100 participants in poultry farming under the Nigeria Youth Employment Through Skill Acquisition Fund (NYETSAF). Held at the Faculty of Agriculture (Farm Project) on the Ugbowo Campus, the event was graced by the Vice Chancellor, Professor Edoba B. Omoregie, SAN, and other principal officers.
The Sustainability Professionals Institute of Nigeria (SPIN) has inducted 96 new members during its 2025 induction ceremony held at the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry. This marks the institute’s largest membership intake since its founding six years ago, bringing its total membership to 296 professionals across the nation. Vice President of SPIN, Ini Abimbola,
The House of Representatives Committee on Alternative Education is developing a comprehensive plan to reduce youth unemployment and support Nigeria’s growth by equipping young people with valuable job skills. The chairman, Hon. Ibrahim Almustapha, stated that it is crucial to provide Nigerian youths with proper training in handwork and business, enabling them to succeed in
The Nigerian government has officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with China to enhance the nation’s Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET). The partnership aims to equip Nigerians with essential hands-on skills, enhance technical education, and bolster vocational training nationwide. The agreement was signed on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at an event attended
