Sports
Ministry of Youth Development Announces Launch of National Financial Literacy, Investment, and Wealth Creation Programme
Joel Ajayi
The Federal Ministry of Youth Development, in collaboration with Investonaire Academy, is set to launch the Financial Literacy, Investment, and Wealth Creation Programme, a flagship initiative designed to equip young Nigerians with essential financial skills, investment knowledge, and digital competencies for sustainable wealth creation.
In a statement Signed by the Director (Information & Public Relations Omolara Esan on Monday in Abuja revealed that, the launch event will hold on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at the Rainbow Event Marquee Centre, Abuja, commencing at 9:00 a.m.
To promote nationwide participation, the ceremony will also be broadcast live via Zoom. Attendance details are as follows:
Topic: Launch of the Investonaire Learning Management System (LMS)
Theme: Empowering Nigerian Youth Through Financial Literacy, Investment & Wealth Creation
Time: November 25, 2025 • 09:00 AM (West Central Africa)
Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86916801129?pwd=G3yS43GmRID7r9maEQHWuPsBBs8nwo.1
Meeting ID: 869 1680 1129
Passcode: 904321
The launch will bring together senior government officials, development partners, private sector leaders, and youth representatives to explore innovative approaches for improving financial capability and strengthening the economic prospects of young Nigerians.
The Honourable Minister of Youth Development, Comrade Ayodele Olawande, will serve as the Chief Host, while the Honourable Minister of Women Affairs, Hajiya Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, will grace the event as the Special Guest of Honour.
Also expected are distinguished representatives of key government institutions and private sector partners, including Dr. Enefola Odiba, International Programme Director, Investonaire Academy, and Mr. Bashir Nurmohamed, Chief Executive Officer, Hantec Markets.
A major highlight of the event will be the unveiling of a free national financial literacy training programme targeting over 100,000 youths annually.
The programme will be powered by a state-of-the-art Learning Management System (LMS) designed to enhance financial intelligence, investment capacity, and entrepreneurial readiness among Nigerian youth. Participants will also have access to funded trading accounts and additional incentives for outstanding performance.
In addition, the event will feature a high-level panel session comprising experts from the public sector, financial industry, and business community, who will discuss strategic pathways for expanding youth wealth creation and accelerating inclusive economic growth.
Nigerian youths interested in the programme are encouraged to register at www.investonaire.org.
This initiative reinforces the Federal Government’s unwavering commitment to advancing financial inclusion, promoting digital learning, and empowering young Nigerians in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Administration.
Sports
Team Nigeria Records Best-Ever Performance at Islamic Solidarity Games in Riyadh
…Finishes 8th on overall standings, secures Africa’s second best placement
Joel Ajayi
Nigeria finished eighth on the medals table with a total of 30 medals, marking its best-ever performance at the Islamic Solidarity Games, while Turkey emerged at the top of the standings.
This year has been a remarkable success for the National Sports Commission, which has supported more than 40 sports federations in attending international competitions, many of whom have delivered outstanding performances and secured medals – the count includes taekwondo, swimming, cricket, para-powerlifting, para-badminton, among others.
Nigeria’s haul, comprised 11 gold, 12 silver, and 7 bronze, a result that reinforces the National Sports Commission’s (NSC) strategic direction of sending only athletes with strong podium prospects to major international events.
Competing in seven sports, Taekwondo, Boxing, Athletics, Wrestling, Weightlifting, Para-Powerlifting, and Para-Athletics, the team delivered an unprecedented outcome, winning medals in every sports they competed in .
Weightlifting led Nigeria’s medal haul with 6 gold, 4 silver, and 3 bronze, followed by Athletics, which secured 2 gold, 4 silver, and 3 bronze. Wrestling added 2 gold and 2 silver, Para-Powerlifting contributed 1 gold, while Boxing and Para-Athletics each earned 1 silver. Taekwondo completed the tally with 1 bronze medal.
Director General of the National Sports Commission, Hon. Bukola Olopade, praised the team’s exceptional outing, stating:
“It is not a coincidence that Nigeria won medals in every sport we participated in at the 6th Islamic Solidarity Games. This achievement reflects the new direction we have taken in sports development. After meeting with our team at the Commission and the Elite and Podium Board led by Yusuf Ali, we made a deliberate decision to bring only podium prospects to Riyadh and today, that decision has paid off.”
He added that the performance in Riyadh sets the standard for future international engagements:
“From Boxing to Taekwondo, Weightlifting, Wrestling, Track and Field and Powerlifting, Nigeria secured medals in every sport we entered. This is the new benchmark at the National Sports Commission, guiding our preparations for upcoming competitions, including the Commonwealth Games and ultimately, the Olympics.”
Officials stated that Team Nigeria’s record-breaking finish in Riyadh marks a defining moment in the country’s sporting evolution and strengthens its position as a rising force in global multi-sport competitions.
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