The Edike Foundation has called for more substantial efforts to empower Nigerian youths through education as a way to secure the country’s future and drive sustainable development. The appeal was made during its “Gown to Town” workplace readiness programme at the University of Lagos (UNILAG), where undergraduates, fresh graduates, and NYSC members were trained on
The Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, has announced a major revamp of Nigeria’s technical education curriculum to reduce overload, strengthen trade competencies, align with global standards, and prepare young Nigerians for current industrial demands. Boriowo Folasade, the Director of Press and Public Relations of the Ministry of Education announced this in a press
The Kano State Government has pledged to work with UNESCO and the Republic of Korea to strengthen technical and vocational education through the Better Education for Africa’s Rise (BEAR III) project. Education Commissioner Dr Ali Haruna Makoda, represented by the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Bashir Baffa Muhammed, said the initiative would equip young people with practical
In Oyo State, an increasing number of students are combining formal education with vocational training to strengthen their future careers. Many now dedicate after-school hours and weekends to learning trades such as tailoring, Aso-Ofi weaving, mechanics, and hairdressing. Findings from a recent study show the trend is most prominent in Oyo, though it is also
The Federal Government has commenced training, certification, and job placement of 100,000 construction artisans across Nigeria. The training will be implemented in partnership with Polaris Capital Limited, as formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Tuesday. The three-year initiative will be funded through federal budget allocations, private sector investment, and donor contributions. It also
Babcock University in Ogun State has announced plans to train 10,000 young people in practical skills as part of efforts to tackle the growing problem of irregular migration. The initiative, developed in collaboration with the Black Ancestral Native Communities (BANC) Foundation, will target students, artisans, school dropouts, and other participants in trades such as plumbing,
Prof Suwaiba Said Ahmad, the Minister of State for Education, has reassured the Federal Government’s commitment to supporting informal technical hubs known as Panteka Centres. Ahmad disclosed this when the leadership of the centres, led by the National President, Nasiru Adamu, paid a visit to the Federal Ministry of Education in Abuja. According to her,
A Nigerian nurse, Dr Ngozi Philomena Anonyuo, has completed a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree at Walden University in the United States, raising concerns about the limited opportunities for advanced nursing education in Nigeria. Dr Anonyuo said her research focused on improving diabetes care among Black American patients by enhancing nurses’ skills through targeted
The Federal Ministry of Education has asked all applicants of the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programme to upload proof of their prior learning. According to the ministry, this is not a shortlist but an important stage in the application process. Trainees are receiving emails with the subject line “TVET Application: Action Required”
The University of Uyo has received a British Council-funded grant to advance Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in Nigeria’s construction industry. The one-year project, carried out in partnership with Edinburgh Napier University, aims to improve inclusiveness and employability by using digital technologies to modernise training. Speaking at a press briefing, Professor Emmanuel Akpabio,
