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2025 African World Heritage Fund Internship

Fadiran Ifeloluwa January 11, 2025

The African World Heritage Fund (AWHF) is an intergovernmental organization established in 2006 by the African Union and UNESCO to promote the effective preservation and safeguarding of Africa’s cultural and natural heritage of Outstanding Universal Value. The primary aim of AWHF is to tackle

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2025 Lagos State Science Research and Innovation Council (LASRIC) STEM Challenge

Fadiran Ifeloluwa January 11, 2025

LASRIC is in search of solutions that are ready for funding and designed to help students strengthen their understanding of STEM subjects. These solutions should be adaptable for students ranging from primary school to tertiary education levels. Focus Areas: FutureTech, Al/Robotics, GreenTech, Inclusivity Tech, EdTech/General Tech Skills and Capacity Building.

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2025 Lagos State Science Research and Innovation Council (LASRIC) Request for Research Proposal

Fadiran Ifeloluwa January 11, 2025

To achieve enhanced research and development (R&D) results, the Lagos State Science Research and Innovation Council invites proposals for R&D initiatives aimed at creating both novel and improved innovations across various sectors, including: Benefits of LASRIC Research Proposal Successful Research applications will be awarded up to 5 million Naira. Requirements

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Nigerian Terms Japa, Eba, Agbero, and More Added to Oxford Dictionary

Fadiran Ifeloluwa January 8, 2025

The Oxford English Dictionary (OED) has included a fresh set of Nigerian expressions, offering a chance for the global audience to explore the country’s vibrant cultural heritage. These newly added words reflect the daily experiences of the typical Nigerian, capturing the dynamic street language and Pidgin English, which are becoming increasingly accepted across

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5 Top Countries Providing Family-Friendly Benefits for Foreign Workers

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 28, 2024

As the global workforce becomes increasingly mobile, many foreign workers seek not only career advancement but also a supportive environment for their families. Countries that prioritize family-friendly benefits are becoming attractive destinations for skilled professionals. These benefits often include access to quality healthcare, education, and work permits for spouses,

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2025 Oil and Gas Technical Apprenticeship Programme for Nigerian Youths

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 16, 2024

The Oil and Gas Technical Apprenticeship Programme (OGTAP) is a renowned training initiative that has undergone rebranding this year, adopting the new name APTUS. Derived from the Latin word meaning “to adapt, to adjust, and to be prepared,” the name symbolises the programme’s evolution alongside the energy industry’s transition. APTUS, a top-tier

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Wema Bank/Mastercard/EDC 2024 Youth Transformation Programme for Nigerians (Up to N5,000,000)

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 14, 2024

The Youth Transformation Programme provides extensive training and support to young Nigerian entrepreneurs, strongly focusing on female entrepreneurs aged 18-35. The programme aims to equip participants with the tools and knowledge required to thrive in today’s competitive business environment by offering enterprise training, grant opportunities, market access assistance,

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UNESCO/Guillermo Cano 2025 World Press Freedom Prize

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 14, 2024

Established in 1997, the annual UNESCO/Guillermo Cano World Press Freedom Prize recognises individuals, organisations, or institutions that have made remarkable contributions to defending or advancing press freedom worldwide, particularly under challenging and dangerous circumstances. The Prize, initiated by UNESCO’s Executive Board, is officially awarded by UNESCO

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Rice University’s 2025 Graduate-Level Student Startup Business Plan Competition

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 13, 2024

Now in its 24th year, the competition provides collegiate entrepreneurs with hands-on experience in pitching their startups, refining business strategies, and understanding the essentials of launching a successful company. Hosted and organised by the Rice Alliance for Technology and Entrepreneurship—an internationally acclaimed initiative by Rice University dedicated to

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Ikeja Record 2025 Community Report Award (Up to #500,000)

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 10, 2024

The Ikeja Record, a publication focused on community matters, is pleased to announce the introduction of the Ikeja Record Community Report Award, a new programme designed to highlight untold stories from Lagos communities. “We believe that powerful storytelling can inspire action and foster understanding,” said Ikeja Record editor, Solomon Elusoji.

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Tek Expert 2025 IT Internship Programme for Nigerian Youth

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 8, 2024

We are inviting applications for an IT intern to become part of our team and gain invaluable practical experience. This position provides a great opportunity to learn and contribute by supporting our IT team in their routine operations. TeKnowledge acts as the transformative force behind digital advancement, offering governments and enterprises across the globe unmatched

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CardinalStone 2025 Graduate Trainee Programme for Nigerian Graduates

Fadiran Ifeloluwa December 2, 2024

CardinalStone is seeking to recruit resourceful, analytical, and driven Graduate Trainees who are passionate about selling in the financial services sector and have actively taken steps to develop themselves and enhance their profiles to gain a competitive edge. Are you smart, open to learning, passionate about financial services, and eager to join a team of […]

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Leaked memo uncovers new ways to secure university admissions in Nigeria

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 29, 2024

“My son registered and wrote the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) three times before he was able to secure admission into the university to study,” recounted Mr. Ifeanyi Ozoemena. Despite scoring over 200 in each sitting, Ifeanyi’s son struggled to gain admission to study computer science at a Southwest university. His breakthrough came only after […]

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GTCO 2024-2025 Summer Internship Program For African Students

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 28, 2024

The GTCO Summer Internship Programme is designed to offer highly skilled and driven African students abroad practical experience in developing innovative solutions that set benchmarks for excellence locally and globally. This programme provides participants with hands-on work experience, enabling them to collaborate directly with specific GTCO divisions. The knowledge and

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Chevron 2025 Internship Programme for Nigerian Undergraduate and Postgraduate Students

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 28, 2024

The Chevron Internship Programme is part of Chevron’s commitment to corporate social responsibility and its support for the Student Industrial Work Experience Scheme. This initiative offers valuable learning opportunities to Nigerian students enrolled in undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate programmes. The programme is designed to help students build and apply

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NANS Expresses Concern Over Worsening Hunger, Economic Crisis in Nigeria

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 24, 2024

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has urged President Bola Tinubu to take immediate action to tackle hunger and economic challenges in the country, warning that citizens are facing severe hardship. In a statement issued on Saturday by Abdulyekinn Odunayo, Clerk of the Senate at NANS headquarters, the association criticised the prevailing conditions,

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Stanbic IBTC Launches 2024 Digital Skills Development Programme

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 22, 2024

The Digital Skills Empowerment Programme (DiSEP) is a strategic initiative to identify and nurture digitally skilled individuals, equipping them with essential training and development to support Stanbic IBTC Group’s digital transformation efforts. This programme also addresses the shortage of digital talent in the job market. DiSEP offers an intensive learning experience

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Canada Cancels Conversion of Study Permits to Permanent Residency for International Students

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 19, 2024

The Canadian government has implemented significant changes to its immigration policies, effectively eliminating the pathway for international students to transition from study permits to permanent residency. As part of these adjustments, international students will now be required to return to their home countries once their study visas expire. The government has also

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Canada Increases Work Hour Limit for International Students

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 17, 2024

International students in Canada can now work additional hours during the academic term following a policy update by the Canadian government. Effective November 8, 2024, the maximum allowable work hours for international students have been increased from 20 to 24 hours per week. This adjustment aims to provide students with greater flexibility to balance their […]

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Lafarge Africa celebrates 40 female graduates of tiling and block making programme

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 13, 2024

Lafarge Africa Plc, a leader in sustainable building solutions, celebrated the graduation of 40 women from its Female Tilers and Block Making Training Programme at an event held at the Civic Centre in Lagos. This milestone is part of Lafarge Africa’s commitment to gender equality and empowering women, drawing attendance from government officials and industry […]