ILO Releases New Guidance on Unemployment Protection
The ILO has launched a new brief on building rights-based unemployment protection, linking income security to job creation. Learn how this affects Nigeria's labour market.
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Nigeria Not Among World's 30 Most Miserable Nations
Nigeria is excluded from the 2024 list of the world's 30 most miserable countries, per the Okun's Misery Index. Discover what this means for the nation's economy.
Germany Imposes Tougher Penalties for Job Seekers
Germany's coalition government overhauls unemployment benefits, introducing stricter penalties for job seekers who refuse work or miss appointments. The reform aims to boost employment amid economic downturn.
Graduate Cries Out Over Working as POS Operator
A Nigerian female graduate shares her emotional story of working as a POS operator, lamenting her situation after a stranger questioned her career path. Read her story and public reactions.
Lady Gets 6 Job Offers After 46 Interviews, Rejections
A Nigerian job seeker's persistence pays off as she secures six job offers after seven months of unemployment and 46 interviews. Her viral TikTok story inspires thousands.
Omogiafo Champions Entrepreneurs as Nigeria's Economic Future
Dr. Owen Omogiafo of Transcorp urged Nigerian entrepreneurs to lead economic transformation at MMC 7.0, highlighting trust, funding, and resilience as keys to success. Read her full vision.
US Jobless Rate Climbs to 4.6%, Highest in Four Years
US unemployment rose to 4.6% in November, its highest level since 2021, as the economy lost 105,000 jobs in October. Read the full analysis of the cooling labour market and its global implications.
Nigeria Expands SIYB Training to Fight Unemployment
Nigeria's Labour Ministry and the ILO have certified over 25 new SIYB trainers to boost entrepreneurship and tackle unemployment, informality, and underemployment, especially among youth and women.
Jega: Nigeria's stability threatened by lack of youth opportunities
Former INEC Chairman Attahiru Jega warns Nigeria risks instability if youth neglect continues. He calls for urgent action and investment in education, jobs, and governance inclusion. Read more.
Nigeria's Job Crisis: Agriculture Holds Key to Mass Employment
Experts reveal Nigeria is forfeiting millions of potential jobs by sidelining agriculture. A new report urges strategic investment to transform the sector into the nation's biggest employer and solve food insecurity.
Bamidele Urges Graduates to Embrace Digital Skills for Jobs
Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele calls for investment in digital tech and entrepreneurial training to combat youth unemployment. He spoke at YABATECH's 37th convocation lecture.
Bamidele Urges YABATECH Grads to Embrace Digital Skills
Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele told 8,000 YABATECH graduates that digital skills are key to tackling unemployment. He highlighted new tech laws and called for curriculum reforms.
AfDB approves $500m loan for Nigeria's budget
African Development Bank approves $500 million budget support for Nigeria to boost non-oil revenues and energy sector reforms. Learn how this impacts Nigeria's economic growth.
University Graduate Works as Fuel Attendant, Sparks Reactions
A Nigerian university graduate shares his journey from completing NYSC to working as a filling station attendant, sparking massive online reactions and discussions about employment challenges.
Canada Warns Citizens: Avoid Non-Essential Nigeria Travel
Canada warns citizens to avoid non-essential travel to Nigeria due to terrorism, kidnappings, and crime. Exercise high caution in Lagos and Calabar. Stay informed.
Akande, Ex-CDS Link Insecurity to Human Capacity Crisis
Chief Bisi Akande and former CDS General Christopher Musa warn that Nigeria's untrained youth population poses a severe security threat. Urgent investment in education and vocational training needed to defuse the time bomb.
Nigeria's Untrained Youth Crisis - Akande Warns
Chief Bisi Akande warns Nigeria faces youth anger over human capacity crisis. Urgent training in science and technology needed to prevent national destabilization.
Nigerian sentenced for $290K COVID-19 fraud in US
Temitope Bashua, 29-year-old Nigerian, sentenced to 30 months in US prison for $290,000 COVID-19 relief fraud scheme. Learn details of the case and consequences.
Peter Obi Decries Nigeria's Worsening Insecurity Crisis
Peter Obi questions Nigeria's leadership failure amid multiple kidnappings and attacks. Read his strong condemnation of the security situation and institutional decline.
Peter Obi Tackles Leaders Over Nigeria's Insecurity Wave
Peter Obi questions if Nigeria is cursed or its leaders are the curse following devastating attacks, kidnappings, and security failures across multiple states in 10 days.
Trump threatens aid cut over Nigeria Christian killings
US President Donald Trump threatens to cut aid to Nigeria over ongoing Christian killings and mass abductions. Latest attacks in Kebbi, Kwara, Niger states spark international concern.
Trump Threatens Military Action in Nigeria Over Genocide Claims
US President Donald Trump reiterates anger over alleged Christian genocide in Nigeria, threatens to cut aid and launch military action. Nigerian government rejects claims.
Top 7 Christmas Perfume Gifts Under ₦100,000
Discover 7 luxurious perfume gifts under ₦100,000 perfect for Christmas in Nigeria. From Beguile to Zara, find scents that impress without breaking your budget.
Nile University Fights Unemployment with Innovation
Nile University commits to fighting unemployment through hands-on entrepreneurship programmes and a new French-donated fabrication lab. Discover how they are shaping future leaders.
Christian Groups Seek UN, ICC Investigation in Nigeria
Nigerian Christian coalition calls for UN and ICC investigation into alleged genocide against Christians. Groups cite international laws and US support while government denies claims.
Daughter searches for mom missing for 2 years in Nigeria
A Nigerian woman desperately searches for her mother who vanished after their last video call two years ago. Family exhausted all efforts to locate her. Help needed.
US Unemployment Climbs to 4.4% Despite Job Growth
US unemployment rate increased to 4.4% in September despite adding 119,000 jobs. Delayed government report reveals mixed economic signals amid Federal Reserve policy decisions.
FUTA VC: Skills Deficit Causes Graduate Unemployment
FUTA's Vice-Chancellor reveals why graduates remain unemployed despite available jobs. Discover how skills development can solve Nigeria's unemployment crisis.
Nigeria Slams UN Over Exclusion from Minaj Event
Nigeria formally protests exclusion from UN event featuring Nicki Minaj discussing alleged Christian persecution. Envoy calls decision unfair and demands inclusive engagement.
Nicki Minaj Speaks at UN on Nigeria Christian Attacks
American rapper Nicki Minaj addresses UN about religious violence in Nigeria, supporting Trump's claims of Christian persecution. Read full details and reactions.
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