VeryDarkMan plans to increase monthly financial support for Nigerians learning vocational skills. The initiative aims to promote self-reliance among young people. He currently provides funds to help individuals achieve financial independence. Social media personality VeryDarkMan has revealed plans to boost the monthly financial support he gives to Nigerians who are learning vocational skills, saying the…
Hannes P Albert // picture alliance via Getty Images Want to stay ahead of AI? Start with the skills it can’t replicate. In a world where, thanks to generative AI, anyone can churn out brand content at scale, it may be tempting to assume that writing-heavy jobs will soon be few and far between. But…
(Nigerian Children. Photo by UNICEF) UNICEF, the United Nations Children’s Fund, has bemoaned the fact that, by the time they are 14 years old, just one in four Nigerian schoolchildren can read correctly and perform basic math. During a two-day media dialogue on digital learning, artificial intelligence (AI), and skill development for out-of-school children…
Concerns over rising youth unemployment, widening skills gaps and limited awareness of government empowerment programmes dominated discussions at Channels Television’s Youth Forum 2026, as policymakers, business leaders and development experts debated solutions to Nigeria’s growing jobs crisis. Young participants at the forum repeatedly raised questions about how government and the private sector intend to…
Jokotade Shonowo is a portrait photographer and creative entrepreneur redefining how people see themselves. For over 14 years, through her Lagos-based studio, PoshClick Portraiture, she has created timeless portraits that go beyond photography, offering clients a journey of self-discovery and confidence. Beyond the camera, she leads the PoshClick Foundation and Beyond the Shutter, initiatives that…
In line with its vision of empowering the girl-child through education, engagement, entrepreneurship, and innovative skills, the Gender Education, Engagement, Empowerment and Entrepreneurship Program (G4EP) has announced the launch of a transformative training initiative for young girls across Nigeria. The programme is anchored under the RISE Project — Renewed Hope for Inclusion, Support and Empowerment…
Whether your child becomes active, confident and coordinated later in life often comes down to one thing: how they move in their early years. Movement skills like running, jumping and throwing aren’t just about physical activity — they’re the foundation for independence, self-esteem and even brain development. These early patterns set the stage for how…
When you hear “presentation skills,” you might picture someone standing confidently at the front of a room, giving a polished speech with perfect slides. But strong presentation skills go far beyond public speaking. They show up in meetings, one-on-one conversations, brainstorming sessions—even in emails or video calls. Trending Searches SEARCH ALL JOBS In reality, presenting…
Leadership skills aren’t just for people with fancy titles—they’re for anyone who wants to make an impact. You don’t need to be a CEO, manager, or team lead to act like a leader. In fact, some of the most effective leadership happens behind the scenes: coordinating a project, supporting a colleague, or stepping up during…
By Saxone Akhaine, Kaduna The Deputy Governor of Kaduna State, Dr Hadiza Balarabe, has advised university students and graduates to embark on skill development, saying employers are now more concerned with practical skills, teamwork, and good communication. Balarabe made this known in a Keynote address at the Career Readiness Workshop, organized by the Centre for…
