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The Bosun Tijani Foundation has officially commenced applications for the Cohort 2 Generative AI (Gen AI) Fellowship Programme, giving young Nigerians an opportunity to acquire in-demand artificial intelligence skills while receiving a ₦50,000 monthly stipend. The six-month fellowship is designed to develop the next generation of AI professionals through intensive training, mentorship, practical projects, and…

Abuja – Young Nigerians seeking to own laptops, smartphones and other digital devices without paying the full purchase price upfront can now take advantage of a new consumer credit initiative introduced by the Federal Government through the Nigerian Consumer Credit Corporation (CREDICORP). The initiative, known as the Credit for Laptops, Internet, Connectivity and Knowledge Digital…

Abuja, July 21, 2026 – The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has commenced its 2026 nationwide recruitment exercise, inviting qualified Nigerians to apply for several entry-level positions aimed at strengthening the country’s electoral management system. The recruitment offers opportunities across different cadres, including Professional Cadre (Grade Levels 09, 10 and 12), Administrative Officer II (Registration…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of 26 individuals into the boards and leadership of 10 federal government agencies and commissions, with former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose emerging as one of the most prominent beneficiaries after being named Chairman of the Rural Electrification Agency (REA). The appointments, which take immediate effect, were…

World football governing body FIFA has released its latest FIFA/Coca-Cola Men’s World Ranking, the first rankings following the conclusion of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Argentina remains among the world’s elite, while newly crowned world champions Spain have also strengthened their position after lifting the trophy. The latest rankings reflect the outcomes of international matches…

The United States has updated its global travel advisory, warning American citizens about security concerns in 23 countries due to threats including terrorism, armed conflict, violent crime, civil unrest, kidnapping, and limited access to emergency assistance. The advisory, issued by the US Department of State, categorizes countries into different risk levels, with some destinations receiving…

US Tightens Immigration Rules for International Students, Nigerian Scholars Face Fresh Hurdles Thousands of Nigerian students studying in the United States may soon face stricter immigration requirements following a new policy introduced by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), which places a four-year limit on the stay of most international students. The new regulation…

Tinubu Rolls Out $3bn Mega Poverty Fight, Unveils Five Game-Changing Programmes President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially launched a sweeping poverty reduction initiative valued at more than $3 billion, unveiling five flagship programmes aimed at lifting millions of Nigerians out of poverty, creating jobs, and strengthening social protection across the country. The programmes, launched on…

The Federal Government has unveiled a unified national framework for skills development as part of the Tinubu administration’s efforts to build a globally competitive workforce, tackle unemployment and accelerate economic growth. The initiative is designed to harmonise existing skills acquisition and vocational training programmes implemented by various ministries, departments and agencies into a coordinated national…

By Vreporters News Desk The global shortage of healthcare workers has continued into 2026, prompting several countries to recruit qualified nurses from overseas. While some governments have tightened immigration rules for lower-skilled occupations, registered nurses remain on many national shortage occupation lists, making them eligible for skilled work visas and employer-sponsored migration routes. Below are…