LEAP Africa, in partnership with the Nigeria Youth Future Fund (NYFF) and funded by the Ford and MacArthur Foundations, is spearheading a transformative initiative: the Youth Action for Local Development (YALD) Project. We are launching a critical Data Collection exercise across all 34 Local Government Areas (LGAs) of Katsina State. This is a unique opportunity for young residents to provide the empirical evidence needed to shape local governance and development planning. The Purpose of This Data Collection The YALD Project seeks to bridge the gap between grassroots needs and high-level policy. By contributing your perspectives to this data collection drive, you help: Why Your Input is Vital Your responses are…
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The Nigerian Government has launched a new Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN) Savings Bond, offering retail investors and micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) an opportunity to earn competitive returns through a low-risk investment instrument. According to a document released by the Debt Management Office (DMO) on Monday, the offer is issued on behalf of the Federal Government pursuant to the Debt Management Office (Establishment) Act 2003 and the Local Loans (Registered Stock and Securities) Act. The initiative is aimed at encouraging a savings culture among Nigerians while providing an affordable and secure investment option backed by the full faith…
The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has partnered with the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) to roll out a nationwide initiative offering free business registration to 250,000 nano, micro, and small enterprises (NMSEs) across the country. The programme was officially unveiled in Abuja on Friday following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between both agencies. The agreement forms part of activities marking the second year in office of CAC Registrar-General, Hussaini Ishaq Magaji, SAN, and SMEDAN Director-General, Dr. Charles Odii, who were appointed in October 2023.For years, many small business owners have struggled to formalize…
Across Africa, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) are the backbone of economic growth and job creation. Yet many are constrained by infrastructure gaps, high operating costs, and limited access to practical growth support. The EridanSeed Programme is designed to change that narrative. Eridan City is inviting applications from growth-ready Nigerian SMEs to participate in the EridanSeed SME Scale Programme—a structured funding and co-building initiative aimed at helping established businesses overcome operational bottlenecks and unlock sustainable growth. Why This Program Matters Many African SMEs struggle to scale not because of a lack of ideas, but due to weak infrastructure and insufficient…
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has announced that candidates shortlisted for the Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC) 34/2025 have been invited to take part in the enlistment interview in Kaduna. In a statement released on Sunday in Abuja, the Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, confirmed that the names of successful candidates are now available on the NAF Recruitment Portal. According to him, the interview exercise will be held at the Nigerian Air Force Base in Kaduna, running from January 12 to February 8, 2026. Air Commodore Ejodame explained that candidates will be screened in batches…
The Katsina State Enterprise Development Agency (KASEDA) has announced the release of the final 2025 list of beneficiaries under the KASEDA/BOI MSMEs Interest Free Loan Initiative, with a total of 739 companies and businesses shortlisted across Katsina State. In a public notice issued on Tuesday, KASEDA informed applicants that the final selection marks the commencement of the next phase of the interest free loan programme, aimed at improving access to finance for micro, small and medium enterprises. According to the agency, all shortlisted applicants are required to report to the Katsina Branch of the Bank of Industry (BOI) to begin…
INEC Ad-Hoc Jobs Available Roles:• Supervisory Presiding Officers (SPOs)• Presiding Officers (POs) / Assistant Presiding Officers (APOs)• Registration Area Centre (RAC) Managers• Registration Area Technical Support Staff (RATECHSS) Application Timeline:• Opens: Monday, 29 December 2025 (8:00 a.m.)• Closes: Saturday, 19 January 2026 (12:00 midnight) Apply via:• Web: pres.inecnigeria.org• Android App: pressmobile.inecnigeria.org Only applicants living in the FCT are eligible.
Are you a dynamic and creative communications professional with a passion for amplifying voices and driving positive change? Bridge Connect Africa Initiative (BCAI), a leading non-governmental organization dedicated to empowering communities and fostering sustainable development, is actively seeking a talented Communications Officer to join our vibrant team! We are looking for an individual who is deeply passionate about impact-driven storytelling and excels in digital communications. This crucial role will be instrumental in shaping BCAI’s narrative, showcasing our projects, and engaging with stakeholders across various platforms to highlight the transformative work we do in communities. As a Communications Officer, you will have the opportunity to leverage…
Do you remember the days of Blackberry Messenger? When you had to save the ”pin” of your friend in order to ”ping” them? Well, we’ve gone from the days of ‘pinging’ now to the days of tweeting and recently, tiktoking (…because everybody likes talking, lol.) Each of these terms shows that the evolution of social media is so rapid that you might become old-school if you don’t stay updated with new trends. You sure don’t want to be called ‘old-school’ when you’re not that old. According to Statista, the internet records a staggering 2.06 billion users on Facebook per day,…
Palladium Group is recruiting a State Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (SMEL) Coordinator to oversee and support all MEL activities for the LAFIYA programme in Kano State. Key Details Position Description The SMEL Coordinator will be responsible for providing technical support, planning, and execution of monitoring and evaluation activities to ensure quality, learning, accountability, and decision-making for the Palladium Lafiya programme. Also apply Driver (Kano) at Palladium Group Primary Duties and Responsibilities (Summary) Required Qualifications How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should apply online via the official Palladium careers portal: Click here to apply