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FG Re-Launches NYSP to Create Over 5 Million Job

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2 years ago

September 12, 2024

Joel Ajayi

In a continuous effort to tackle unemployment affecting the fabric of Nigeria’s existence, the Federal government on Thursday re-launched the National Youth Skills Programme NYSP for sustainable growth innovations that will help build Nigeria’s future that will impact future generations.

NYSP is an initiative of the Federal Ministry of Youth Development that addresses the critical skills gap among Nigerian Youth.

Speaking at the launching of NYSP in Abuja, the Minister of Youth Development, Dr Jamila Bio-Ibrahim will launch the National Youth Skills Programme (NYSP) and stated that relaunching the initiative will turn things around for Nigerian Youth.

According to her, our nation is at a pivotal moment. The future of our youth, the heart of our progress, hangs in the balance.

“Let us imagine a Nigeria where every young person has the skills to pursue their dreams.

“This vision fuels the (NYSP). Today, we are taking a significant step towards turning this vision into reality. I am thrilled to introduce the National Youth Skills Program (NYSP), a daring initiative crafted to ignite the flame of potential in our youth and pave the way for a brighter future.

“This program is not just a new initiative but a bold and transformative strategy to tackle one of our nation’s most pressing issues—youth unemployment.

“Right now, over 42.5% of our young people, the lifeblood of our nation, remain unemployed. About 33 million young Nigerians wake up daily without a clear path. This is not just a statistic—it’s the story of potential untapped, dreams deferred, and futures put on hold. We cannot afford to let this continue, and that’s why the National Youth Skills Program is so crucial.

“The NYSP is designed to turn this around. We are targeting 11 key sectors that are vital to Nigeria’s development and can create millions of jobs. Sectors like agriculture, renewable energy, and the digital economy can potentially drive Nigeria’s future, and the NYSP is the key to unlocking this potential. With the right skills and training, our youth cannot only find employment but also become the driving force behind these sectors, creating a ripple effect of job opportunities.

“Through the Nigerian Youth Investment Fund (NYIF), we have already allocated ₦110 billion for the 2024 fiscal year to support youth-led businesses. With the upcoming National Youth Development Bank, we will expand this, providing more youth with the grants, loans, and mentorship they need to turn their ideas into thriving enterprises.

“What makes the NYSP truly special is our commitment to inclusivity. We ensure that this program reaches every corner of Nigeria—from the bustling cities of Lagos and Abuja to the most remote villages in Borno, Benue, and Bayelsa. No young person should feel that opportunity is beyond their reach.

We know that women and persons with disabilities are often left out of the economic conversation.

“That’s why we’ve committed to ensuring that 50% of program participants will be female, and we have designed specific pathways for young women to thrive in sectors like technology, healthcare, and entrepreneurship. We’ve also partnered with local and international organizations to ensure that persons with disabilities have full access to all training programs, with necessary accommodations provided. This isn’t just a program for a select few—this is a program for all young Nigerians, regardless of their gender, background, or abilities.

“We have learned valuable lessons from previous skills programs. For instance, past initiatives often focused solely on training without providing the necessary financial support, which meant many young people had the skills but lacked the capital to start their businesses. With the NYSP, we are bridging that gap. We’re not just offering skills training; we’re providing a holistic solution one that includes mentorship, financial backing, and industry partnerships.

“As we launch this initiative today, we are doing more than just kicking off another government program. We are laying the foundation for a future where every young Nigerian has the skills, opportunities, and support to achieve their dreams. This is about renewed hope. It’s about allowing our youth to build the life they want here in Nigeria without looking elsewhere.”

She sought the support of all the stakeholders to join hands with the ministry to help build Nigeria’s future and impact generations to come.

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APC Alleges Atiku, ADC Plot to Undermine Kaduna Campaign Flag-Off

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5 hours ago

October 24, 2026

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

The All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council has accused former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and the African Democratic Congress (ADC) of allegedly orchestrating a disinformation campaign to discredit the party’s presidential campaign flag-off in Kaduna on Saturday.

In a statement issued on Saturday, October 24, 2026, the council’s spokesperson, Dele Alake, alleged that the former vice president and the ADC planned to circulate fake news, manipulated documents and doctored videos to undermine the campaign, President Bola Tinubu, Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani and other APC leaders.
Alake claimed that the alleged disinformation campaign involved the use of artificial intelligence, deepfake videos, counterfeit documents and social media platforms to manipulate public opinion.
According to him, the alleged plot had already begun with the circulation of a photograph showing a security vehicle on routine patrol near an APC campaign billboard in Kaduna metropolis.

He alleged that the image was misrepresented to suggest that security personnel had been deployed to protect APC billboards, adding that the narrative was subsequently published by a national newspaper and shared by Atiku on his official social media accounts.

The APC spokesperson further alleged that another document had been circulated online, purportedly showing a letter from Governor Uba Sani to the Director-General of the APC Presidential Campaign Council, Senator Abdulaziz Yari, concerning an alleged release of ₦2.3 trillion by the Kaduna State Government to host the rally.

Describing the claim as baseless, Alake questioned the possibility of a state government spending such an amount on a political rally.

He noted that Kaduna State’s budgets for 2024, 2025 and 2026 stood at ₦458.271 billion, ₦790.439 billion and ₦985.9 billion, respectively.

According to him, the combined budgets for the three years amounted to less than ₦2.3 trillion, which he cited as evidence to challenge the claim circulating online.

Alake also alleged that the ADC and Atiku’s supporters were preparing to circulate old, manipulated and deepfake videos during the rally to create the impression of public resentment against the APC.

The council urged Nigerians to remain vigilant and verify information before sharing it, warning against the spread of misleading content on social media and other platforms.It further accused Atiku and the ADC of resorting to what it described as desperate tactics to gain political advantage ahead of future electoral contests.

The allegations were contained in a statement signed by Alake on behalf of the APC Presidential Campaign Council on Saturday.Atiku Abubakar and the ADC’s response to the allegations was not included in the statement.

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