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FG Committed To Launching and implementing programmes To Tackle Unemployment In The Country

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2 years ago

July 18, 2024

Joel Ajayi
The Federal Government has reiterated its commitment to launch and implement a comprehensive range of targeted youth employment programmes to tackle unemployment in the country.

The Hon. Minister, Federal Ministry of Youth Development, Dr. Jamila Bio Ibrahim made this known during the commemoration of the 2024 World Youth Skills ‘Day with the Theme: “Youth Skills For Peace & Development.”

The annual event which was organised by the Ministry took place at Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja. In her keynote address,Jamila disclosed that the Ministry has put in placeprogrammes that are specifically designed to address the pressing issue of unemployment and as well bridge the significant employment gap among our rapidly growing youth population.

She informed that these programmes will also provide meaningful opportunities for young people to enter the workforce and contribute to the nation’s economy.

Dr. Ibrahim emphasized the issue of escalating youth unemployment and underscored the proactive approach adopted by the Ministry to address it.

“As a part of its core mandate, the Ministry recently orchestrated an extensive and meticulously planned capacity building programmes specifically tailored to the fashion design and tailoring business sectors. This multifaceted initiative also involved the establishment and furnishing of a cutting-edge tailoring hub located within the premises of the National Youth Development Centre in Odeomu, Osun State.”

“The hub boasts a comprehensive array of modern fashion and tailoring machinery, providing a conducive environment for aspiring young entrepreneurs to acquire and hone their skills in the domains of fashion design and associated enterprises. The Ministry is dedicated to offering a platform for interested youth to access the center and take advantage of the invaluable opportunities for skill development and empowerment it presents,” she explained.

She observed that millions of young people around the world are unemployed and not involved in any meaningful and sustainable work.She also noted that majority of these individuals live in developing countries, where they are underemployed and are continually exposed to low-quality jobs, greater labour market inequality .

“The 2024 World Skills Day is expected to create synergy among all key players in youth development. I believe that the programme will successfully increase enthusiasm for skill acquisition and entrepreneurship development in Nigeria. It will challenge everyone to create a commendable platform to launch a new project on skill acquisition and development that aligns with the ‘Renewed Hope Agenda’,” she stated.

In his address, Mr. Olawande Ayodele, Minister of State for Youth Development, underscored government’s resolute to equip the youth with vital skills for enhanced employability. Olawande who emphasised the importance of job fairs observed that Nigeria has had trade fairs over the years said that it was time to have job fairs to promote skill acquisition.Olawande declared that in line with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s renewed hope agenda,he is determined to ensure that seven million Nigerian Youths acquire at least two skills each within the next two years.

Earlier,Dunoma Umar Ahmed, PhD, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry extended a gracious welcome to dignitaries and all invited guests from various Ministries, Departments and Agencies(MDAs), development partners, youth leaders and all stakeholders devoted to youth development and empowerment.

He stressed the Ministry’s commitment to advancing skills acquisition, nurturing peace and propelling socio-economic growth throughout Nigeria. The Guest speaker,Engineer Kashim Ali,a fellow of the Nigerian society of Engineers who also advocated for Youth skills challenged members of the public to engage in skill acquisitions regardless of age or qualifications .He encouraged adults to learn skills that were suitable for them , adding it is never too late to learn.

In his own address,the Chairman,senate committee on Youth,Adeyemi Adaramodu described the skill development initiative as a positive development by the Ministry.Adaramodu assured the Ministry that he was ready to legislate on any measure that would enhance the lives of Nigerian youths.

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Eagle Times Newspaper Will Be Voice for Nigerians – Publisher Chukwunyere Vows

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October 2, 2026

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

The Publisher of The Eagle Times Nigeria, Sir Ikechukwu Chukwunyere, has pledged that the newspaper will promote accountability, credible journalism and public-interest reporting in its coverage of national affairs.
Chukwunyere made the commitment on Thursday, October 1, 2026, during the official unveiling and launch of The Eagle Times Nigeria.

He said the new media organisation was established not merely to add another newspaper to Nigeria’s media landscape, but to provide a platform committed to serving the public interest.

According to him, the newspaper’s guiding philosophy, “The Voice for the People, The Watchdog for the Nation,” places a responsibility on the organisation to listen to Nigerians, tell their stories, highlight issues affecting their daily lives and scrutinise those entrusted with public responsibilities.

“To be a voice for the people means that we must listen to Nigerians, tell their stories, highlight their concerns and give visibility to issues that affect their daily lives,” he said.

The publisher added that The Eagle Times would be guided by accuracy, fairness, professionalism, credibility and responsible journalism, stressing that the newspaper would not publish stories merely because they were sensational.

“We will verify. We will investigate. We will seek the other side. We will correct our mistakes when we make them,” he said.

Chukwunyere further stated that the newspaper would endeavour to give individuals and organisations the opportunity to respond whenever allegations were made against them.
“Our commitment is not to any political party, government or individual. Our primary commitment is to journalism, to truth and to the Nigerian public,” he said.

He noted that the newspaper was launching at a time when the media industry was undergoing rapid transformation, with audiences increasingly consuming news through digital platforms, including websites, television, podcasts and social media.

He said The Eagle Times would therefore operate as a multimedia organisation, combining its newspaper with digital platforms and The Eagle Times TV to reach audiences across different channels.

According to him, the organisation also intends to create opportunities for young journalists, writers, photographers, producers, digital creators and other media professionals to develop their skills and contribute to journalism and national development.

Chukwunyere said the newspaper’s coverage would include politics, governance, business, economy, security, judiciary, education, health, technology, sports, entertainment, lifestyle and international affairs.

He, however, said the organisation intended to distinguish itself not only by the subjects it covered but by the quality and approach of its journalism.

We want to tell stories that matter, we want to investigate issues that require investigation, we want to highlight Nigerians who are making a difference, and we want to give communities that are often ignored an opportunity to be heard,” he said.

The publisher acknowledged the challenges involved in establishing a newspaper, saying the venture required investment, commitment, professional discipline and the courage to pursue an idea.

He expressed appreciation to the management, editorial, reporting, production and digital teams, as well as families, friends, partners and supporters who contributed to the establishment of the organisation.

Chukwunyere also assured readers, viewers and the newspaper’s digital audience that The Eagle Times would strive to earn their trust and remain accountable to the standards it had set for itself.

He said the newspaper’s success would not be measured only by circulation figures, website traffic or social media followers, but also by the confidence Nigerians placed in its journalism.

“Today, we spread our wings. Today, The Eagle Times takes flight,” he said, reaffirming the newspaper’s commitment to its slogan: “The Voice for the People, The Watchdog for the Nation.”

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