Opinion: The #NotTooYoungToRun bill is NOT the answer to Nigeria’s rigged politics

by Jude Feranmi I had promised to focus on the problems and how we can solve it in the last series on this episode but I’ll really like that we try and answer this popular question. “Why are young Nigerians currently not participating in politics?” The popular answer right now is that the constitution does... Read More

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#NotTooYoungToRun bill, Constitution, INEC, nigeria, Nigerian Youth, opinion, Politics

February 22, 2017

Opinion: Is Big Brother Naija raising Africa’s stupid index?

by Philip Asuquo I have heard and seen so many arguments about this reality TV show called Big Brother Naija. On one side, many condemn it with varying reasons while on the other, some say there is nothing wrong with it and even go on to call those who condemn it ‘hypocrites’. Thus, I will... Read More

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America, Big Brother Nigeria, Media's role, Nigeri's Stupid Index, Nigerian Youth, technology

February 13, 2017

Arit Okpo: Creating real change [NEW VOICES]

by Arit Okpo Can I confess that I sometimes get overwhelmed by Nigeria’s issues? Today there’s a video of soldiers assaulting a disabled person, yesterday it was the Senate refusing to pass a bill granting women equal opportunities, tomorrow it might be the lack of transparency in much of our government processes. It gets me... Read More

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APC, Arit Okpo, Buharieconomy, Change, New Voices, Nigerian Youth

February 8, 2017

Opinion: Why the youth must be politically active

by Ibironke Oluwatobi The outlook of politics in Nigeria gives an impression of an engagement for individuals who are advanced in age. Participation of youths appears to be restricted to the grassroots and platforms offered by the media, particularly the social media. For most youths, the idea of active participation in politics is a negative... Read More

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nigeria, Nigerian Youth, opinion, Political participation, Politics, Protests

November 30, 2016

Opinion: Nigerian youth and the insanity of NCC

by Irebami Taiwo Dear young fellow, I’mm angry that at this moment when we are supposed to be at the frontiers of this change, we are here taking the back seat and letting a few of the older generation sway us about. The prices of goods and services have increased in the last six months... Read More

complaints, economy, Expensive data, NCC Nigeria, nigeria, Nigerian Youth, recession

November 29, 2016

Opinion: #NotTooYoungToRun | Political relevance for Nigerian youth

by Jude Feranmi What would you do if you had all the political capital you needed in a political party? This question is meant for young Nigerians. Now, take a minute to think about it. Going forward, I would be assuming you have a mental list of all those things you would do if you... Read More

nigeria, Nigerian Youth, NotTooYoungToRun, opinion, political power, political relevance, Politics

November 6, 2016

Nigerian youth must struggle for power if they want it – Melaye

The Senator representing Kogi-West senatorial district, Dino Melaye says if youth of the country want to be reckoned with politically, they should stop waiting for power to be given to them. Melaye says power must be struggled for as “it is never served as a buffet”. The vocal senator who said this in an interview with The Punch newspaper... Read More

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November 5, 2016

Charly Boy: The awakening

by Charly Boy The sleeping giant in our nation is the Nigerian youth. It seems that the Nigerian youth do not know their place. So I’m asking, when will the youth take ownership of this nation? Wherever you are, be there totally. Sitting on the fence is absolutely suicidal. Many young people are committing suicide... Read More

A charge, Change, Charly Boy, nigeria, Nigerian Youth

September 21, 2016

Opinion: What Nigeria’s youth can do with political power

by Toyosi Akerele–Ogunsiji This for me is a season of Mixed Feelings. For once, I think our Public Sector Leaders and a few Young Nigerians should swap roles, positions, offices and responsibilities for some months for good measure of service, work ethic, effectiveness, vision and Leadership. Facebook Founder Mark Zuckerberg, 31, worth over 40 Billion... Read More

economy, nigeria, Nigerian Youth, recession, technology, zuckerberg

June 10, 2016

Etisalat Nigeria excites students of Ahmadu Bello University with Cliqfest (PHOTOS)

Northern Nigeria’s foremost tertiary institution, Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) played host to the leading youth centric event on Nigerian campuses, Cliqfest powered by EasyCliq. Cliqfest is as an engagement platform by Etisalat Nigeria for Nigerian youth. The two-day event was received with excitement by the University community as Etisalat further strengthened its bond with them... Read More

Opinion: The Nigerian youth and the several leaps of blind faith

“No education is a waste” Is an aphorism popular and used in different part of the world to show the value of education. The statement is a truism in itself. However, in Nigerian parlance it could mean a number of other things such as: “just study the course you were given. It’s just the certificate... Read More

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September 30, 2015

Dele Momodu, Chude Jideonwo, others to speak at 9jaMentors Conference

9jaMentors Conference is set to hold on October 2, at Yusuf Grill Hall, Art Complex Yaba College, in Lagos. The theme of this year’s conference is “The 21st Century Nigerian Youth (The Past,the Present and the Future)”. The speakers line up are as following: • Dele Momodu,CEO-Ovational Int’l • Chude Jideonwo,Co-founder,The Future Award • Ara... Read More

Nigerian Youths: From my heart to yours

Words by Kofoworola Ayodeji A few weeks ago, I engaged one of my newest friends in a short but memorable conversation. The discussion centred on whether or not Nigeria could rise to become one of the greatest nations in the world. In the process, I shared the Nigeria of my dream— that in the nearest future,... Read More

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June 18, 2015

Ohimai Amaize: Buhari’s youth development agenda

In today’s time and age, at 72, President Buhari would more than likely have a generational challenge with the concept of youth development. In a country like Nigeria where the notion of ‘youth’ in itself has been abused, misused and disused, it becomes even more difficult to situate real youth development within the context of... Read More

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May 13, 2015

Nigerian youth, Pastor Adeboye has a message for you

by Damilola Jagun General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye has warned Nigerian youth against disobedience to God. Adeboye advised the country’s youth to be ready to obey God in every aspect of their lives for them to be great in life. He dished out the counsel while speaking... Read More

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Opinion: The #NotTooYoungToRun bill is NOT the answer to Nigeria’s rigged politics

Opinion: Is Big Brother Naija raising Africa’s stupid index?

Opinon: Has social media tampered with our brain configuration settings?

Arit Okpo: Creating real change [NEW VOICES]

Opinion: Why the youth must be politically active

Opinion: Nigerian youth and the insanity of NCC

Opinion: #NotTooYoungToRun | Political relevance for Nigerian youth

Nigerian youth must struggle for power if they want it – Melaye

Charly Boy: The awakening

Opinion: What Nigeria’s youth can do with political power

Etisalat Nigeria excites students of Ahmadu Bello University with Cliqfest (PHOTOS)

Opinion: The Nigerian youth and the several leaps of blind faith

Dele Momodu, Chude Jideonwo, others to speak at 9jaMentors Conference

Nigerian Youths: From my heart to yours

Ohimai Amaize: Buhari’s youth development agenda

Nigerian youth, Pastor Adeboye has a message for you

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