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Job Creation: FG Extends NPFS to 2026 – Official

Uchenna Eletuo Feb 13, 2021 0

The Federal Government (FG) has extended the National Programme for Food Security (NPFS) after it elapsed in 2020, NPFS’s Head of Agric Processing and Enhancement, Mr Hassan Bawa disclosed on Saturday.The News Agency of…

News

Youth Empowerment: Enugu Govt. Set to Establish Technology Hub Centers

Nicholas Obisike Dec 14, 2020 0

Enugu state Government, in its determination to create jobs, says it will establish Enugu Technology Hub and Youth Innovation Centers at Enugu City and Obollo Afor.This indication was given by the Commissioner for Science and…

Government

Gov. Ikpeazu Reiterates Commitment to Increased Job Creation

Ihechinyere Chigemeri-Uwom Nov 4, 2020 0

Gov. Okezie Ikpeazu of Abia has reiterated the commitment of his administration to intensify efforts in improving job creation in the state.Ikpeazu said this on Wednesday at the Government House, Umuahia, during a meeting…

Politics

On poverty creation, job creation, Buhari’s govt has surpassed any other – Lai Mohammed

John Ogunsemore Nov 3, 2020 0

President Muhammed Buhari's administration has surpassed any previous government in poverty alleviation and job creation initiatives, Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed has said.The minister spoke Monday at a…

News

Gov. El-Rufai Declares Support on Hub Emergence for Cultural Enterprises

Hussaina Yakubu Sep 16, 2020 0

Gov. Nasir El-Rufai on Wednesday, says the State Government will support the emergence of a hub for cultural enterprises that will provide source of livelihood for the youth. El-Rufai said a fully developed culture hub would serve…

Government

National Theatre Rehabilitation to produce about 10,000 Jobs- FG

Tofunmi Jul 13, 2020 0

The Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, has revealed that the planned renovation and upgrade of the National Arts Theatre will bring about the generation of about 10,000 jobs both during and after the renovation.He made…

Government

Cleric Urges FG to Tackle Crime Through Job Creation

Henry Oladele Jan 26, 2020 0

Pastor Tunde Bakare of the Latter Rain Assembly church now renamed Citadel Global Community Church, Lagos, has appealed to the Federal Government to redouble efforts on job creation to reduce criminality in the country. …

Government

‘We’ve Reduced Poverty, Created Jobs’ – Obaseki

Joy Odigie Nov 6, 2019 0

Edo Governor Godwin Obaseki has scored his administration high in the areas of poverty alleviation and job creation after three years in office.Obaseki gave the scorecard at a meeting with All progressives Congress (APC) leaders in…

Government

Buhari’s second term: FG unveils plan to create 20 million jobs

Samuel Oduoye May 28, 2019 0

The Federal Government has said it will create about 20 million new jobs in agriculture, transportation, services and construction sectors of the economy in the next four years.The Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr…

Opinion

The Youths’ Unemployment Challenge – By Jerome-Mario Utomi

Jerome-Mario Utomi Mar 11, 2019 0

For a nation to move forward both politically and socio-economically, the leaders must demonstrate esteem for talents, actively encouraging able men, and honouring those who excel in their profession. And encourage their citizens so that…

Politics

Oshiomole says PDP responsible for collapse of Nigeria’s industries

Samuel Oduoye Feb 10, 2019 0

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Mr Adams Oshiomole, warned Nigerians against believing the job creation promises of the Peoples Democratic Party.The APC chair said this at the party’s presidential campaign rally…

Government

Job Creation Is Not Solely Govt’s Responsibility – Lai Mohammed

John Ogunsemore Feb 4, 2018 0

The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed has said that job creation for Nigeria's teeming youth population should not be left to the government alone.He said well-meaning individuals, nongovernmental organisations…

Jobs

CBN governor tasks graduates on job creation

News Agency of Nigeria Dec 1, 2017 0

Mr Godwin Emefiele, the Governor, Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), has tasked graduating students of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) to create jobs in order to overcome the current economic challenges.In a statement by Mr Isaac…

Education

Delta reiterates support for NYSC’s skills acquisition centre

Emma Jul 6, 2017 1

The Delta State Government on Thursday reiterated its support for the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC). Gov. Ifeanyi Okowa said this in Ezi during the ground breaking of the Skills Acquisition Entrepreneurship Development (SAED) Centre.…

Environment

Lagos State Govt To Use Environmental Plan For Job Creation

Tosin May 30, 2017

The Lagos State Government has announced that its desire to ensure a cleaner environment will also be an avenue of job creation for unemployed youths.The Commissioner for the Environment, Dr Babatunde Adejare, stated this during an…

Government

FG goes into Partnership to create Jobs for Youths

Onome Agesse Oct 4, 2016 0

The Federal Government in partnership with New Era Communication Limited,says it will create 31, 000 jobs annually to take restive youths off the streets.Mrs Josephine Chukwu, who represented Mr Dennis, the project director of…

Politics

Edo APC governorship candidate promises to create 200,000 jobs in 4 years

Owolabi Oluwasegun Jul 17, 2016 0

Mr Godwin Obaseki, the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in the Sept. 10 Governorship in Edo, has promised to create more than 200,000 jobs, if elected as governor.Obaseki made this pledge at the launching his…

Entertainment

I Employed More Than 250 Nigerians – Omoni Oboli

Owolabi Oluwasegun Jul 16, 2016 0

Nigerian Actress, Omoni Oboli announced the completion of the shoot to her new movie and could not contain the joy as she took to her Instagram account to share the good news.According to her, the new movie, Okafor's Law which is…

Education

FG to begin teacher recruitment process June 12

Owolabi Oluwasegun Jun 9, 2016 0

The Federal Government’s plan to recruit 500,000 graduates for direct teaching jobs will begin on June 12 through an internet portal, npower.gov.ng, a statement issued by the Vice Presidential Spokesman, Mr Laolu Akande, said on Wednesday.…

Business

Dangote Flour Restructures Operations, To Grow Wheat In Kano For More Jobs

Editor May 23, 2016 0

As part of its restructuring process for greater market share, Dangote Flour Mills has reopened its plant in Kano with plans to grow wheat in the state. The plant was shut down by Tiger Branded Consumer Goods of South Africa following its…

Government

More than 17,500 workers to be re-engaged as road construction coys return to site – FG

Owolabi Oluwasegun May 18, 2016 0

The Federal Government says more than 17,500 road construction workers are too be re-engaged as contractors return to project sites across the country.The Minister of Power, Works and Housing, Mr Babatunde Fashola, made this known when…

Government

N13 million Loan Request: The Facts Surrounding The China Trip

Owolabi Oluwasegun May 15, 2016 0

The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed has been cleared on the N13 million loan request as the Minister of Defence in a statement issued yesterday in Abuja by Mr. Peter Dama, the Director, Public Relations and…

Business

Dangote’s $1 billion cement plant expected to provide 6,000 jobs

Owolabi Oluwasegun Apr 11, 2016 0

The Chairman of Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote has maintained that he will always invest in the Nigerian economy.The Dangote Group Chairman made the disclosure yesterday while opening the $1 billion Dangote cement plants at…

Government

Economic Diversification: CBN will invest to create jobs, wealth – Emefiele

Owolabi Oluwasegun Apr 10, 2016 0

The Governor, Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr Godwin Emefiele, has assured genuine investors of cooperation and support toward self-sufficiency in local production of essential goods and the economic diversification drive.The…

Government

Minister Calls for Improved Tracking of Job Creation, Skills Acquisition Programmes in Nigeria

Anthony Feb 22, 2016 0

The Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Barr. James Ocholi, SAN, has reiterated President Muhammadu Buhari’s commitment to significantly improve job creation and skills acquisition across the country.Responding to a technical…