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.
Category : Search result: unemployment in Nigeria
ILO: 186m Jobless by 2026, AI Poses Major Risk
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.
Nigerian Doctor in Germany Lists Benefits of Paying 42% Tax
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 Plans 2026 Skills Training for 50,000 Youths
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.
13M Youths Apply for Nigeria's Technical Training Scheme
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?
14,800 Ondo Youths Targeted in IFAD LIFE-ND Project
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.
Aptech Nigeria Launches AI Career Program with Internships
Aptech Nigeria launches a new AI Career Program offering tech skills, paid internships, and pathways to international degrees. Learn how to apply for this job-ready training.
500 Youths Trained in Solar Energy, Unlock Market Opportunities
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.
Pastor Bolaji Idowu to Pay Unemployed Church Members
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.
Gabam to Tinubu: Youth Unemployment is Alarming
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.
How Gen Z Protests Are Reshaping Global Politics
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.
Systemic Failures Test Nigeria's Patience in 2025
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.
Tinubu Set to Launch Unemployment Benefits Scheme
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.
U.S. Visa Ban Threatens Nigeria-US Air Travel, Airlines Warn
Nigeria's aviation sector braces for a sharp drop in passenger traffic as U.S. visa restrictions take effect January 2026. Experts warn of economic fallout for airlines and travel agencies. Read more.
Trump Orders US Strikes on ISIS in Nigeria
US President Donald Trump announced deadly military strikes against ISIS terrorists in Northwest Nigeria on Christmas, citing attacks on Christians. Read the full details.
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.
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.
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