Agriculture Minister says government’s focus is boosting value addition, creating jobs and increasing export earnings By GLEBM NEWS The Federal Government has dismissed reports suggesting it plans to ban the export of raw cocoa beans, clarifying that its strategy is to expand local cocoa processing while maintaining Nigeria’s role in the international cocoa market. The…
Employers urge stronger investment in technical, digital and entrepreneurial skills to boost productivity and economic competitiveness By GLEBM News The Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA) has called for greater investment in digital, technical and entrepreneurial skills, saying Nigeria’s long-term economic growth depends on building a workforce capable of meeting the demands of modern businesses. The…
Labour movement says skills acquisition must translate into decent jobs as Nigeria marks World Youth Skills Day 2026 By Kikelomo D. The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has called on governments at all levels to prioritise job creation and implement policies that guarantee decent employment opportunities for young Nigerians, warning that skills development alone cannot address…
By Kikelomo D. The Senate has warned that it will invoke its constitutional powers to compel the appearance of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), and about 40 other Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) over their alleged failure to honour invitations issued by the Senate Committee on Finance….
By GLEBM NEWS NYSC says it will strengthen its SAED programme with digital skills, entrepreneurship and innovation to equip Nigerian youths for self-reliance and economic growth. The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has reaffirmed its commitment to empowering young Nigerians through entrepreneurship, digital innovation and skills development, announcing plans to strengthen its Skill Acquisition and…
By GLEBM News The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has called for stronger collaboration, proactive risk management, and sustained capacity building across government institutions to combat the growing threat of cyber attacks targeting Nigeria’s digital infrastructure. The call was made during the opening of a two-day cybersecurity workshop in Abuja themed “Building Capacity and…
By Darasimi K. Stakeholders call for greater investment in technical, digital, entrepreneurial and green skills to prepare Nigerian youth for the future of work The International Labour Organization (ILO) and its tripartite constituents, in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Youth Development and the convening youth partners, have reaffirmed their commitment to equipping young Nigerians…
By Glory John Behind every child labour statistic is a young Nigerian whose education, safety and future are at risk, officials said on Tuesday as government agencies and international partners renewed their commitment to ending child labour across the country. Speaking during the validation of the 2024 National Child Labour Survey Report in Abuja, representatives…
By Glory Johnson More than 5 million Nigerian electricity consumers remain without prepaid meters despite slight improvements in national metering rates, NERC says. More than 5.1 million electricity consumers in Nigeria are still without prepaid meters, according to new data released by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC), highlighting the continuing challenge of estimated billing…
By Kikelomo D. Informal workers in Nigeria have called for a government-backed 50:50 pension co-contribution scheme to improve retirement security and welfare protection. The Federation of Informal Workers Organisations of Nigeria (FIWON) has urged the Federal Government to introduce a 50:50 pension co-contribution scheme for informal workers as part of broader efforts to strengthen social…
