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.
Nigeria's Crisis: Insecurity, Inflation & Governance Failures
An in-depth analysis of Nigeria's overlapping crises in 2025: escalating insecurity killing thousands, soaring food inflation, and governance failures. Discover the root causes and a 7-step framework for national recovery.
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.
Ginger Farmers Face Dwindling Yields, Rising Pest Infestations
Nigeria's ginger sector is in crisis as fungal blight decimates crops, causing over N12bn losses and a 74% export drop. Experts call for disease-resistant seeds and value chain investment to save the industry.
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.
Expert Calls for Urgent Reforms in Nigeria's Energy Sector
Dr. Chinedu Ogwus calls for science-driven reforms in Nigeria's energy sector, highlighting a $28bn annual loss and unreliable power for 70 million citizens. Discover the roadmap for change.
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.
Trump Threatens Military Action in Nigeria Over Insecurity
President Tinubu faces calls to address Nigeria's security crisis after Donald Trump threatens military intervention over alleged Christian persecution. Political analyst demands urgent action.
PDP's 2027 Election Hopes at Risk Amid Crisis
Political analyst warns PDP faces electoral irrelevance in 2027 without resolving internal conflicts. Learn about the expulsion of Wike, Fayose and party divisions threatening Nigeria's main opposition.
Cleric Warns ECOWAS of 2026 Crisis in 9 African Nations
Nigerian cleric Primate Ayodele warns ECOWAS of impending 2026 crisis affecting 9 African countries following Guinea-Bissau coup. Read full analysis and predictions.
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.
4 Nigerian Priests Killed by Armed Attackers in 2025
Tragedy strikes as four Nigerian priests fall victim to armed attackers in 2025. Read about the escalating security crisis and its impact on religious communities across Nigeria.
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.
Catholic Bishops Alarm Over Nigeria's Security Crisis
Catholic Bishops of Nigeria raise alarm over the country's worsening security, citing kidnappings, killings, and government inaction. They call for urgent protection of citizens.
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.
PDP risks collapse by December 7, BoT member warns
PDP BoT member Hon. Tajudeen Yusuf warns the party faces technical collapse if crisis persists beyond December 7, 2025. Read exclusive details on the internal turmoil threatening Nigeria's main opposition party.
Do2dtun: Nigeria's Crisis Orchestrated by Insiders
Media personality Do2dtun claims Nigeria's challenges are orchestrated by system insiders. Read his explosive analysis of the country's structured destruction and share your thoughts.
MSF expands diphtheria response in Northern Nigeria
Médecins Sans Frontières escalates diphtheria intervention across Borno, Kano, and Bauchi states amid rising cases. Learn how the health crisis is unfolding and what's needed to contain it.
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.
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