Dangote Refinery and Africa's Technical Skills Gap
The hiring of Indian technicians for Dangote Refinery reveals a deep skills crisis in Nigeria and Africa. This analysis explores the failure of technical education and the path to true sovereignty.
The hiring of Indian technicians for Dangote Refinery reveals a deep skills crisis in Nigeria and Africa. This analysis explores the failure of technical education and the path to true sovereignty.
Nigeria's revamped TVET initiative records over 13 million applications, aiming to tackle unemployment and skills gap. Can it deliver on its promise for national development?
SBA Group launches 'The SBA Solution,' reinforcing its role as Sub-Saharan Africa's critical FMCG technical backbone. Discover how they ensure operational continuity and cost efficiency for over 100 manufacturers.
The Federal Government has launched the Nigeria Polytechnic Foundation (NIPOF) to reposition polytechnics as hubs of technical expertise and innovation. This initiative aims to boost skills development and youth employability.
The Federal Government, backed by the World Bank, is launching a national job portal to directly connect skilled TVET graduates with employers, aiming to train 1 million Nigerians.
The Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics warns Nigeria's technical skills gap will worsen without proper funding and an end to the HND/BSc dichotomy. Read their urgent demands.
The PDP has inaugurated a 30-day caretaker committee for Oyo State, led by Prof. Abdulrahman Akinoso. The move aims to stabilise and rebuild the party's structures ahead of the 2027 elections. Read more.
The full NFF letter to FIFA protesting DR Congo's alleged use of ineligible players has leaked. Nigeria seeks match award, disqualification, and sanctions. Read details.
NFF President Ibrahim Gusau sends a powerful message of confidence to the Super Eagles ahead of AFCON 2025, targeting the title to heal World Cup qualification heartbreak. Read his full statement.
NFF President Ibrahim Gusau expresses strong belief in Nigeria's Super Eagles to clinch the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, aiming to heal World Cup qualification heartbreak.
Wilfred Ndidi addresses his new role as Nigeria's captain, names his assistants, and vows to make amends for World Cup failure at AFCON 2025. Read his first interview.
At The Polytechnic Ibadan's 40th convocation, Governor Seyi Makinde and Ooni Ogunwusi charged 4,393 graduands on hard work and innovation. The Ooni donated N5m for best students. Read the full report.
Nigeria Football Federation lodges formal protest with FIFA, alleging DR Congo fielded ineligible players in crucial World Cup qualifier. Details of the discovery and potential sanctions revealed. Read the full story.
Former senator Shehu Sani raises diplomatic concerns as Nigeria's NFF petitions FIFA to disqualify DR Congo from 2026 World Cup playoffs over player eligibility. Full details inside.
Super Eagles legend John Mikel Obi criticizes NFF's inadequate preparation for AFCON 2025, citing unpaid coach salaries and administrative failures that could hinder Nigeria's title quest.
The Nigeria Football Federation confirms the Super Eagles' travel plans to Morocco for AFCON 2025 after a 2-1 friendly loss to Egypt. Victor Osimhen has joined the squad. Full details on the team's schedule and tournament path.
DR Congo's FA releases FIFA documents to prove Aaron Wan-Bissaka's eligibility after Nigeria's petition. The NFF seeks to disqualify Congo from the 2026 World Cup playoffs. Full details inside.
FIFA is set to rule on Nigeria's petition against DR Congo's player eligibility before March 2026. A favorable decision could revive Super Eagles' World Cup hopes. Read the latest.
The NFF has petitioned FIFA over DR Congo's use of dual-nationality players. A favourable ruling could see the Super Eagles replace DR Congo and move one step from World Cup qualification.
The Nigeria Football Federation has lodged a formal protest with FIFA, accusing DR Congo of fielding ineligible players. The stakes are high, with World Cup qualification and over N13 billion in prize money on the line. Read the full details.
DR Congo accuses Nigeria of using 'lawyers tricks' after NFF petitions FIFA over ineligible players in World Cup playoff. Will the Super Eagles get a second chance?
Super Eagles star Frank Onyeka hails coach Eric Chelle's transformative impact as Nigeria's World Cup hopes receive a FIFA petition lifeline. Read the full story.
Super Eagles legend John Mikel Obi has revealed how he bypassed the NFF and contacted former President Muhammadu Buhari to ensure players received their 2018 World Cup bonuses. Read the full story.
The DR Congo Football Association has issued a fiery response after Nigeria petitioned FIFA over the eligibility of Congolese players. Get the full details on the brewing World Cup playoff scandal.
Nigerian writer Japheth Omojuwa reveals his FIFA contact says NFF's case to disqualify DR Congo is weak, dashing hopes for a World Cup 2026 lifeline. Get the full story and reactions.
The Nigeria Football Federation has petitioned FIFA, alleging DR Congo fielded ineligible players in a crucial World Cup playoff. Get the latest reactions and analysis.
Nigeria's World Cup dream may be revived as NFF petitions FIFA over six DR Congo players' eligibility. Details on Wan-Bissaka, Tuanzebe, and others.
Nigeria's Super Eagles will land in Fés, Morocco on Thursday, December 18, for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Get the full schedule, group details, and friendly match report here.
NFF petitions FIFA over DR Congo's ineligible players, but analyst JJ Omojuwa outlines three key reasons why Nigeria's Super Eagles have a weak case for a World Cup spot.
Nigeria's Super Eagles could get a second chance at 2026 World Cup qualification as FIFA investigates DR Congo for fielding ineligible players. The NFF has filed an official protest.