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Ministry of Youth Development Announces Launch of National Financial Literacy, Investment, and Wealth Creation Programme

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11 months ago

November 17, 2025

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.

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AACT 2026: 31 Days to Africa’s Big Sporting Gathering in Abuja

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4 hours ago

October 2, 2026

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

The countdown to the 2026 All Africa Challenge Trophy (AACT) has officially entered the final month, with just 31 days to go before Africa’s leading women’s team golf championship tees off at the IBB International Golf & Country Club in Abuja.

In a statement signed by the AACT 2026Director of Communication Kayode Adeniyi on Friday in Abuja.

Under the theme “Africa Is Coming to Abuja,” the countdown campaign will spotlight the championship, the participating nations, the players, the host venue and the growing development of women’s golf across the continent.

The 2026 AACT, scheduled for November 2–7, will bring together women’s golfing talent from across Africa for six days of continental competition in Nigeria’s capital.

As preparations continue at the IBB International Golf & Country Club, attention is increasingly turning to Abuja, where the championship will provide a platform for African golfers to compete while also showcasing Nigeria’s hospitality and the country’s growing profile as a destination for major sporting events.

The countdown will feature daily stories, interviews, player and country profiles, tournament facts, behind-the-scenes updates and features on the host venue as the championship draws closer.

The campaign will also highlight the role of the Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria (LGAN), the Local Organising Committee and other stakeholders in preparing for the continental championship.

With just 31 days remaining, anticipation is building across the African golfing community as Abuja prepares to welcome the continent’s leading women golfers.

Africa is coming to Abuja.

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