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Nigeria, Germany takes 200,000 Nigerian youth off labour market with training in skills
Nigeria, Germany takes 200,000 Nigerian youth off labour market with training in skills
By: Michael Mike
The collaboration of both the federal government and the German government have assisted in taking about 200,000 Nigerian youths from the labour market.
The collaboration which is in the areas of training in arts, fashion, painting, baking, ICT, fishery among others, also provide working tools for the trained youths.
Speaking at one of the sponsored programmes, an Art Exhibition of 10 Nigerian youths in Abuja, the Director, Employment and Wages, Ministry of Labour and Employment, Mr. John Nyamali revealed that since there are few collar jobs available for teeming Nigerian youths the federal government through the Ministry of Labour and Employment collaborated with the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development through GIZ to train them on skills and subsequently equipped them to be self employed and reduce the employment burden.
He said: ‘The federal government through the Ministry of Labour and Employment in collaborating with GIZ in creating employment through skill development. They are assisting to build skills of the youths, as we are all aware there are no white collar jobs.
‘We are collaborating and training them in arts, fashion, painting, baking, ICT, fishery . We have trained close to 200,000 so far.‘
Also speaking at the occasion, the Team Leader, GIZ Programme Migration for Development (PME), Sandra Vermuijten, said “our affinity to skills development and the improvement of income generation opportunities for youth as well as our appreciation for arts and culture in Nigeria are the motivation for PME to collaborate with Artstier Studio in Abuja. We are very please with the successful completion of the fourth round of the online competition Made in Nigeria aimed at supporting emerging art talents.”
She noted that 80 young artists have been assisted at the three previous editions, adding that the 10 young artists in this edition, made in Nigeria sponsored by the Nigerian-German Centre for Job, Migration and Reintegration (NGC), a cooperation between Nigerian and German Governments that aimed to support unemployed and underemployed youths and returning migrants with employment opportunities and economic and social reintegration would be assisted to become big in the industry.
She said the NGC is working in collaboration with the Migrants Resource Centre of the Federal Ministry of Labour, stating that: “We provide a wide variety of different services for people to get into jobs and the creative industry is an important generator of employment in Nigeria and we believe there is the need for innovative creative language around topics of employment and job creation and this type of exhibition also contribute to that and for the young artistes that participated we supported them with working tools.’
Nigeria, Germany takes 200,000 Nigerian youth off labour market with training in skills
FG Declares Public Holiday on June 12 to Mark Democracy Day
By: Michael Mike
The Federal Government has declared Thursday, 12th June, 2025 as Public Holiday to commemorate this year’s democracy day celebration.
The Minister of Interior, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government in a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Interior, Dr. Magdalene Ajani, congratulated Nigerians on this occasion of 26 years of an uninterrupted civil rule.
He said: “June 12 represents our historic journey to building a nation where truth and justice reign and peace is sustained and our future assured.
“The last 26 years tells the story of our resilience, strength and courage and a hope Renewed than ever.”
The Minister while noting that Democracy is sustained with open doors for further improvement, reiterated the commitment of the Renewed Hope government of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu (GCFR) to the universal value of democracy that is based on freely-expressed will of the people in determining Nigeria’s political, economic, social and cultural systems.
FG Declares Public Holiday on June 12 to Mark Democracy Day
Chieftaincy dispute causes chaos in Muye village in Niger
By: Zagazola Makama
A renewed chieftaincy tussle in Muye village, Lapai Local Government Area of Niger State, has sparked violent confrontations between rival supporters, prompting swift intervention by security operatives.
Zagazola Makama gathered that the crisis began around 6:20 p.m. on Thursday when the deposed village head, Alhaji Mohammed Abdulkadir Maigari II, forcefully returned to Muye and broke into the palace.
The incident provoked tension among residents, especially after supporters of the current Dakachi confronted the deposed monarch. The situation was immediately brought under control by a team of security personnel from Lapai.
However, Zagazola learnt that the situation escalated on Friday morning when supporters of both camps clashed again, leading to a free-for-all fight that disrupted public peace in the community.
Security sources were swiftly deployed to Muye to restore normalcy.
“The combined security teams have brought the situation under control. Monitoring and surveillance operations are ongoing to prevent further breakdown of law and order,” the source said.
No casualties or arrests have been officially confirmed as of the time of filing this report.
Chieftaincy dispute causes chaos in Muye village in Niger
Eid-el-Kabir: IPCR Calls on Nigerians to Peace, Harmony
By: Michael Mike
Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution (IPCR) has called on Nigerians to promote peace and harmony in their communities, recognizing that peace is essential to national development and progress.
The advice was given by the Director General of the Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution (IPCR), Dr. Joseph Ochogwu, in his message on Eid-el-Kabir.
The Institute, while extending warm greetings to Nigerians, wished them a joyous and peaceful celebration, marked by love, compassion, and unity.
The Institute while noting that Sallah is a significant occasion in the Islamic calendar, symbolizing the values of sacrifice, gratitude, and community, emphasized that the spirit of Sallah should guide Nigerians in their interactions with one another, fostering a culture of peace, tolerance, and understanding.
The IPCR urged Nigerians to promote peace and harmony in their communities, recognizing that peace is essential to national development and progress, while
encouraging individuals to embrace the values of Sallah, including forgiveness, empathy, and kindness, in their daily lives.
According to IPCR, peace is critical to promoting national stability and cohesion.
The Institute also urged Nigerians to use this period of Sallah celebration to address conflicts and promote dialogue, which could help to build trust and understanding among Nigerians and also contribute to a more peaceful society.
It recognized that the country’s many ethnic and religious groups can work together to build a more harmonious society, celebrating their differences and promoting a culture of tolerance.
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