Ekohotblog reports that as part of its continued efforts to advocate for unity and development across the Epe Division the League of Epe-Division Youth and Student’s Association (LEYOSA) recently paid a courtesy visit to His Royal Majesty, Oba (Engr.) Adeshina Sulaimon Adebowale, the Omola of Odomola Kingdom, Epe, Lagos State, The visit to the royal … Read more
FG launches campaign to raise awareness on the dangers of irregular migration in North-West. Youths urged to take part in government empowerment programs to avoid migration. Factors like unemployment and conflict cited as drivers of irregular migration. The Federal Government has launched a campaign to raise awareness among youths in the North-West about the … Read more
The Federal Government has announced plans to establish a youth bank that will offer loans, grants, and other financial products to support young entrepreneurs, fostering innovation and job creation. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Minister of Youth Development, Mr. Ayodele Olawande, made this announcement during a media briefing in Abuja on Tuesday. The minister … Read more
Tojemarine and Safety Babes emerged as champions of the Ardova Handball Premier League 2024, concluding the tournament in style on Sunday at the NIS Gymnasium, National Stadium, Surulere, Lagos. Tojemarine secured their place at the top of the men’s standings with an impressive 36-33 victory over Sokoto Rima Strikers, finishing with 64 points. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
The Federal Government has confirmed February 2025 as the date for the much-anticipated National Youth Conference, which aims to address pressing issues like unemployment, education, and youth inclusion in governance. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Declares Ethiope East Federal Seat Vacant Following Ibori-Suenu’s Defection to APC Retired Principals Call for Recognition and Better Welfare from Government BREAKING: … Read more
The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reaffirmed his commitment to completing the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) permanent orientation camp at Agbowa, Ikorodu, before the end of 2024. Speaking at the swearing-in ceremony of the 2024 Batch C Stream 1 corps members on Friday, the governor, represented by the Commissioner for Youth and Social … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has reassured French investors of Nigeria’s readiness for business, emphasizing improved security and a conducive environment for economic growth. Speaking during a joint press briefing with French President Emmanuel Macron at the Élysée Palace on Thursday, Tinubu highlighted his administration’s efforts to stabilize security and diversify Nigeria’s economy. EDITOR’S PICKS Japa: Russia … Read more
President Bola Tinubu will depart Abuja on Wednesday for a three-day state visit to France, following an invitation from French President Emmanuel Macron. The announcement was made in a statement by Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, on Tuesday. The statement, titled ‘President Tinubu honours invitation for a state visit to France,’ … Read more
Super Falcons stars Rasheedat Ajibade and Chiamaka Nnadozie headline Nigeria’s nominees for the 2024 CAF Awards, as the African football governing body unveiled the women’s category nominees ahead of the December 16 ceremony in Marrakech, Morocco. Nigeria dominated the nominations with 13 representatives across various categories, including Ajibade, the Atletico Madrid forward, and Nnadozie, the … Read more
The Federal Government has lifted the ban restricting the posting of National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members to private sector organizations, opening opportunities for corps members to be posted to industries like banking and oil and gas. In a memo dated November 18, 2024, Minister for Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, announced that the new policy … Read more
The media team of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has unveiled the administration’s scorecard for October, showcasing progress on various initiatives. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the announcement was made via the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Media Centre’s account on X (formerly Twitter) on Friday. The scorecard reflects President Tinubu’s strides toward achieving his Renewed Hope … Read more
The Ministry of Youth Development is working on a new training program for graduates of the Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) that will be similar to the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) program. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the announcement was made by the Minister of State for Youth Development, Mr. Olawande Wisdom, during the … Read more
Minister Jamila Bio-Ibrahim announced the National Youth Skills Program (NYSP) targeting over one million Nigerian youths for skill development. She highlighted plans at the 25th Democracy Day Anniversary Youth Programme in Abuja to introduce bills for a 30% youth quota, reform the CLTC, and establish the NYF. These initiatives aim to empower Nigerian youth and … Read more
Elderly Care Homes Constructed in Epe and Badagry Renovation of Youth Centres Across Multiple Locations Facilities Upgraded to Provide Conducive Environment Eko Hot Blog reports that as part of the THEMES+ Developmental Agenda, the Lagos State Government, through the Ministry of Youth and Social Development, has embarked on various projects aimed at enhancing the well-being … Read more
The Oba of Benin, Ewuare II, has expressed optimism that President Bola Tinubu would fulfil his promises to Nigerians. EDITOR’S PICKS I Will Not Condone Working At Cross Purposes, Tinubu Warns Service Chiefs Watch Moment Police Officers Chased Motorist To Death Over Fuel Sanwo-Olu In Morocco, Commits To Aiding Growth Of Tech Industry In Africa … Read more
The National Youths leader of the APC, has called on the incoming administration to prioritize youth development. He urged the government to create an enabling environment for the youths to excel. Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations, advised the incoming administration to create job opportunities for youths to reduce social unrest. EKO HOT BLOG reports … Read more
Abiru and Tobun have vowed total support for the development of youths and urged young people across their constituencies to shun social vices. By Babatunde Kaka Eko Hot Blog reports that the lawmaker representing Lagos East Senatorial District, Senator Tokunbo Abiru, and the lawmaker representing Epe Constituency I at the Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon. … Read more
All Progressive Congress has ruined Nigeria EKO HOT BLOG reports that Bolaji Abdullahi, a former minister of sports and youth development, encouraged Nigerians on Wednesday to vote the All Progressive Congress out of power in the 2023 elections, claiming that the current ruling party had destroyed the country. EDITOR’S PICK Sanwo-Olu Allays Residents’ Fear, … Read more