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TFESS presents ‘Making the sales’ entrepreneurship masterclass
The Future Enterprise Support Scheme (TFESS) presents a masterclass on “Making the Sales”. Making the sales simply is the act of selling something: the exchange of goods, services, or property…
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The Future Enterprise Support Scheme (TFESS) presents a make-up training class for beginners
The Future Enterprise Support Scheme (TFESS) has organised a 3-day make-up training class scheduled to hold between the 21st and 23rd November, 2016. Research has shown that being a makeup…
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Ifeoluwa Nihinlola: I hope someone calls them beloved
by Ifeoluwa Nihinlola There is something about Lagos, about this human chaos, about entering danfos and crawling into kekes and jumping on okadas and pushing against bodies reeking of sweat while…
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Opinion: Youth inclusion in Governance is a key to sustainable development
by Babangida Ruma The youth can be a creative force and a dynamic source of innovations; however the youth also face poverty, barriers to education, and limited employment prospects and…
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Aderonke Adebanjo: The power of collaboration [NEW VOICES]
by Aderonke Adebanjo I have observed something that worries me and something I think as young Nigerians we need to change very quickly. With the way things are going and…
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Omar Farouq: The youth in crisis [NEW VOICES]
by Omar Farouq I would never forget the day I left America to come back home to Nigeria. The 15th of August 2015 would forever be stuck in thoughts with…
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Omoigui Osasogie: Do music that impacts positively on our youth [NEXT]
by Omoigui Osasogie Music is a form of entertainment whether secular or religious. According to the Oxford dictionary, music is an arrangement of sounds of one or more voices or…
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Wilson Iyorah: Should the tough get going despite our current national difficulties? [Nigerian Voices]
by Wilson Iyorah Ever since the emergence of President Muhamadu Buhari as the president of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, so much glimmers of hope have been in the air. …
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The YNaija Tracklist: Fire outbreak kills twins in Ogun | Cash dictates justice in the judiciary – Sagay | 4 women accuse Trump of sexual assault
From the papers this morning - a Tracklist. Cash dictates justice in the judiciary - Prof. Sagay - YNaija 4 women accuse Trump of sexual assault - YNaija Fire outbreak…
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Shi’ites, youth clashes in Kaduna, Katsina leave 12 dead
12 people have been confirmed dead and many injured in clashes between members of the Shi'ites group and youths in Katsina and Kaduna States. The group had staged a procession…
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4 killed as youth attack Shiites leader house in Kaduna
Four people were killed on Wednesday when irate youth attacked and killed four suspected members of the Shi’a sect, Premium Times reports. The youth from Tudun Wada community in Kaduna South Local Government…
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Here’s a slightly different take on Toke Makinwa’s vlog
They say there are three sides to a story: His side, her side and the truth. With opinions, there are as many as the sand on the seashore. Zizi (@zegbua…
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We understand Toke Makinwa’s advice but it’s wrong, wrong, wrong!
Come let us reason together! Why is Toke Makinwa trending on Twitter for a video she put up on her vlog in July? Why is TwitterNG bashing the woman for…
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Ifeoluwa Egbetade: The man who couldn’t wait until tomorrow [Nigerian Voices]
by Ifeoluwa Egbetade Here’s a tale of a mummy’s pet. He isn’t a genius but believes in three things; 1) that whatever anyone can do, he can do better 2)…
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Opinion: What’s the big deal about Iwobi and Iheanacho?
by Aderonke Bello Few months ago on my Facebook wall, in my usual manner of seeking public opinion about issues, I asked my friends about Iwobi whom I think is…
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Aderonke Adebanjo: Nigerian parents need to know that marriage is not everything [NEW VOICES]
I was having a conversation with a friend recently - one that I've had a few times with different people - and every time I have this conversation, it sparks…
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Victor Daniel: I’m skinny and I mind [Nigerian Voices]
by Victor Daniel I'm in my room with nothing but a towel hanging loosely around my waist, a bath delayed in exchange for the company of my visiting friends, wandering in…
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Lekan Olanrewaju: The youth will NOT save Nigeria [New Voices]
by Lekan Olanrewaju “The youths, who are supposed to ask their leaders questions are the ones carrying brief cases for them.” Besides the work-free day and a presidential address,…
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4 oil thieves arrested by Navy in Akwa Ibom
The Nigerian Navy has arrested four oil thieves in the Niger Delta. The thieves were arrested after youth of Ataba community in Akwa Ibom state alerted naval personnel on the…
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#Impact365: This NGO run by a 25-year-old is making so much difference
Charity With Ayaoba is a non-governmental organization started by a 25-year-old to help fight against child-hawking and educate young children. The NGO rose up to the task when it gathered…
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President Obama’s Young African Leaders Initiative face to face event 2016
The Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) was founded by President Barack Obama with the goal of encouraging the growth and advancement of young Leaders across Africa. The Face to Face…
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Know young people making an impact? Nominate them for the OYA awards 2016
Organizers of The Outstanding Young Achievers (OYA) awards have released the portal for nominations into various categories of the awards events set to hold in November, 2016. The OYA awards,…
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8 things young people going into politics need to now
I've discovered that most young people aspiring for public office have zero clue how real politics works especially those who genuinely want to make positive difference. You see, becoming the…
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Opinion: Deji Adeyanju is what e-intellectuals wish to be
By Shomoye Abiodun Never see this piece as means of either “famzing” (as called in the street parlance) or attempt to seek he (Adeyanju’s) attention and if you do, enjoy…
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President Buhari should pay attention to this poll
This past week was notable for some who supported Buhari's campaign having to come out openly to apologise for that support, and apologise to anyone they helped convince along the…
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International Youth Day: NLC tells FG to fulfill promise on job creation
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) on Friday tasked the Federal Government to create jobs and ensure youths employment in the country as part of the fulfillment of its promises. The…
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Douglas Imaralu: Rethinking the Nigerian youth
The potential of Nigeria’s youth population is arguably contradictory: on one side, pockets of shinning stars; on the other, a largely untapped resource. But there is growing evidence that young…
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The Thread: Do you agree when Chimamanda says women of today are less progressive than their mothers
It is ten years since Chimamanda Adichie's first book, Half of a Yellow Sun, was released to critical acclaim. Last Sunday, she was at London's Southbank Centre and she spoke…
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Opinion: Why #NotTooYoungToRun Bill should be passed now
by Jude Feranmi In the last article on this series, I talked about the glass ceiling that is at the core of the many factors responsible for the myriad of…
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Interview: LEAP Africa has equipped over 30,000 youth – and is still on the matter
Founded in 2012 by Ndidi Nwuneli, Leadership, Effective, Accountability and Professionalism (LEAP) Africa is a Non-Governmental Organization that has trained thousands of young Nigerians and entrepreneurs on being effective leaders…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy