World Bank: Revamp Public Works for Skills, Not Just Jobs
The World Bank urges governments to transform public works programmes from short-term jobs to skills-building initiatives in care, digital, and green sectors for lasting employment.
The World Bank urges governments to transform public works programmes from short-term jobs to skills-building initiatives in care, digital, and green sectors for lasting employment.
The ILO warns global unemployment will stagnate in 2026, with 186 million jobless. AI and trade uncertainty threaten youth jobs, while informality rises. Read the full report.
A Federal High Court in Ikoyi has ordered the remand of a Niger Republic national, Isiaka Ibrahim, over an alleged ₦351.5 million fraud. Read the full details of the charges and court proceedings.
Niger State pensioners have made a desperate appeal to Governor Mohammed Umar Bago to resume payment of their retirement benefits. Payments stopped in March 2024 after an initial N6.5bn was released.
PTAD disburses N55.9 billion to clear major pension arrears under the Defined Benefits Scheme, marking a key step in Nigeria's pension reform. Read the full breakdown.
A Nigerian doctor in Germany highlights benefits like unemployment aid and child support after paying taxes, sparking debate on Nigeria's tax reforms. What do Nigerians get?
Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf announces a plan to train 50,000 young people in 2026 with practical skills to tackle unemployment and boost self-reliance. Read the full details.
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?
Borno State Police Commissioner disburses N18.38 million to nine families of officers who died in service under the Group Life Assurance Scheme. Governor Otti praises IGP's posting policy.
Over 14,800 youths in Ondo State are set to benefit from IFAD's LIFE-ND Additional Financing programme, focusing on agriculture and enterprise. Learn how to apply.
500 young Nigerians graduate from GreenWorks Africa's solar energy programme, gaining skills to tap into the multi-billion Naira clean energy market and tackle unemployment.
Aimee Bock, convicted in the $250M Feeding Our Future COVID-19 fraud scheme, has been ordered to surrender her Porsche, designer bags, and millions. Read the shocking details of this massive welfare fraud.
A 20-year-old man was arrested at MMIA Lagos over a massive international romance and celebrity fraud scheme exceeding ₦1 billion. Read the full details of the police operation.
Data shared by Donald Trump reveals 33.3% of Nigerian immigrant households in the US receive public assistance. Explore the full list and its political implications.
Beyond revenue, Nigeria's new 2026 tax laws offer overlooked advantages for formalisation, fairness, and investment. Discover how workers and SMEs benefit.
Pastor Bolaji Idowu of Harvesters International Christian Centre unveils a 3-month financial plan for unemployed members, sparking mixed reactions online. Read more about this compassionate initiative.
Former Bauchi SSG, Ibrahim Kashim, denies Governor Bala Mohammed's fraud claims, challenges him to court. He vows to clear his name publicly. Read the full story.
SDP National Chairman Shehu Musa Gabam calls on President Tinubu to urgently create jobs and reduce poverty. He outlines a vision for security, education, and economic reforms in 2026. Read his full message.
From Nepal to Kenya, Gen Z-led movements are demanding jobs, fighting corruption, and tackling climate change, offering a hopeful new political direction. Discover the global impact.
Mutual Benefits Assurance Plc paid N35.3 billion in claims by September 2025, a record high. The payout shows strong commitment to policyholders amid economic challenges. Read the full breakdown.
As inflation, unemployment, and governance failures persist, Nigerians' daily worry becomes a survival mechanism. Explore the data and human cost, and discover how some are turning concern into action. Read the full analysis.
Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu announces President Tinubu's upcoming unemployment benefits scheme and a N1bn SME fund for Abia State. Details on the social protection plans revealed.
Nkechy Ezeh, a Nigerian founder in the US, pleads guilty to wire fraud and tax evasion, admitting to stealing $1.4m from a childhood education nonprofit. Read the full story.
Tony McCollister, ex-reality TV personality, arrested in Ohio on charges of pandering obscenity involving a minor and sexual conduct with an animal. Bail set at $250,000. Full story here.
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde approves a 100% increase in gratuity payments for retirees, raising it from ₦1.5bn to ₦3bn. NLC confirms the worker-friendly move and consistent 13th-month salary payment. Read more.
A Providus Bank employee reveals the six generous bonuses staff received for Christmas 2025, including a 13th-month salary and rice. See the full list and public reactions.
Former Labour Minister Chris Ngige pleads not guilty to N2.2bn fraud charges. He insists his three-decade public service record is unblemished. Read the full details of the EFCC case and his defence.
Olusegun Samson Adejorin, a Nigerian national, faces decades in US prison after a federal jury convicted him of wire fraud and identity theft targeting charities. Sentencing is set for April 2026.
Former Labour Minister Chris Ngige has been granted bail by an FCT High Court in his ₦2.2 billion contract fraud trial. The court set strict conditions for his release. Read the full details.
A Nigerian woman's viral TikTok claim that marriage offers more benefits to men than women ignites fierce social media debate. Read the full story and reactions.