The Police Service Commission (PSC) has begun consultations with critical stakeholders to refine the framework for recruiting 50,000 new police officers into the Nigeria Police Force. At a meeting held at the Commission’s headquarters in Abuja, representatives of the PSC, the Nigeria Police Force, the Ministry of Police Affairs, and the Federal Character Commission discussed measures to ensure a transparent and credible recruitment exercise. The PSC Chairman, DIG Hashimu Salihu Argungu (rtd), represented by DIG Taiwo Lakanu, said the Commission was committed to a process guided by fairness, merit, and national inclusiveness. Lakanu, who chairs the PSC Standing Committee on…
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The Federal Ministry of Education has commenced direct payments to TVET beneficiaries. The Federal Government achieved a significant milestone under the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Initiative by commencing the first tranche of direct financial payments to students and independent technical vocational centres nationwide. Payment Status: Minister’s Statement on TVET InitiativeThe Honourable Minister of Education, Dr Maruf Tunji Alausa, FAMedS, CON stated that the rapid commencement of payments under the TVET Initiative is a clear execution of the President’s directive to invest aggressively in young people. “President Tinubu believes that equipping our youth with in-demand, practical skills is the…
Applications are now open for the 2026 AKO Caine Prize Award. It is named after the late Sir Michael Caine, former Chairman of Booker plc, who was Chairman of the ‘Africa 95’ arts festival in Europe and Africa in 1995 and for nearly 25 years Chairman of the Booker Prize management committee. After his death, friends and colleagues decided to establish a prize of £10,000 to be awarded annually in his memory. Eligibility Requirements For More Information: Visit the Official Webpage of the AKO Caine Prize Award
Application Deadline: 12th December 2025 Applications are now open for the UNDP Nigeria Call for Youth Tech Solutions on Digital Violence. A call for innovative, tested, and live solutions, – tools, platforms, services, and models, that can prevent, detect, respond to and monitor digital violence against women and Girls in Nigeria UNDP Nigeria is launching a national call for solutions towards discovering, validating and amplifying Nigeria-based, demonstrably working tech or tech-enabled solutions that are already helping to build safer digital futures for women and girls. The call seeks to spotlight, support and amplify a cohort of tech savvy, innovative and creative youth change drivers, across the country that…
Application Deadline: December 31, 2025 Applications are now open for the 2026 UNICEF’s Leading Minds Fellowship on Climate Education. As a Leading Minds Climate Education Fellow, you will join a global cohort elevating youth-led initiatives, conducting research and foresight, shaping policy and helping design strategic convenings. Selected initiatives are eligible to receive grant support of up to $20,000. UNICEF is selecting up to 12 young climate leaders (ages 10–30) who are strengthening climate education in their schools, communities, and countries in both formal and informal settings. A youth-led climate education initiative can include, for example: Role Description Requirements Young people ages 10–30 who…
Applications are now open for the 2026 Caraway Graduate Trainee Programme. Caraway is a subsidiary of Olam Group. It is primarily a manufacturer and marketer of branded packaged foods in Africa. The Caraway Graduate Trainee Programme is a one-year programme designed for fresh graduates who have completed their NYSC and are ready to build their career. This programme will remove the entry barrier to the workforce and groom selected candidates in sales, procurement, human resources, marketing, finance, logistics, etc. Requirements To qualify for this opportunity, you must: For More Information: Click here to apply
Applications are now open for the 2026 Tetra Pak Future Talent Programme. As a Future Talent, you’ll be recruited into a specific role and department, where you’ll follow an individually designed development programme. You’ll work on real-world projects, explore state-of-the-art technologies, and develop new skills and ways of thinking. Throughout the programme, you’ll be supported by experienced mentors and colleagues who are committed to your growth. Whether through technical breakthroughs or inspiring leadership, your passion for learning will be nurtured by a world-leading food processing and packaging company. By the end of the programme, you’ll have a broad understanding of Tetra Pak’s…
Applications are now open for the 2025 British American Tobacco (BAT) Global Graduate Programme. The BAT Global Graduate programme’s mission is to develop the future leaders of BAT. The 18-month rotational programme is structured to grow essential business and leadership skills through world class learning, international exposure and a job role where graduates can contribute from day one. The Global Graduate community come together for a two-week Graduate Academy (one week in London) for a deep dive into BAT where they connect with fellow Graduates and senior colleagues from across the globe. British American TobaccoNIGERIA has an exciting opportunity for a Global…
Applications are now open for the 2026 Zukunftskolleg Konnect Fellowships. Up to 8 (post-)doctoral stipends for an on-campus research stay at the Zukunftskolleg are available for up to 3 months (with justification for up to 4 months). The on-site ZUKOnnect Fellowships are complemented by a digital affiliation extending it to a duration of 12-months. The start date for the digital affiliation is 1 August 2026. The preferred start date for the on-site ZUKOnnect Fellowships is 1 October 2026. The Zukunftskolleg Konnect Fellowships support early career researchers from Africa, Asia and Latin America, who do research that fits to one of the thirteen departments at the University…
Applications are now open for the 2026 KAS Media Africa Local Journalism Award. KAS Media Africa invites journalists to submit their work for the 2026 Local Journalism Award. Local journalism is the heartbeat of communities, telling the stories that reflect lived realities, shape public understanding, and connect local perspectives to national and global events. KAS welcome print, online, audio, video features, and innovative social media journalism projects that showcase the importance of local reporting and meet high journalistic standards. Eligibility: Benefits Discover more Online skill certifications African contest information Conference registration fees School supplies Research fellowship database For More Information: Click here…