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3MTT NextGen Knowledge Showcase 2026 Opens – Win a Laptop

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3MTT NextGen Knowledge Showcase 2026 Opens – Win a Laptop

Applications are now open for the 3MTT Nigeria NextGen Knowledge Showcase. This is your chance to move beyond learning and start building by solving a real-world problem that matters. If you have completed your training, this is the moment to demonstrate your skills and creativity.

Participants are required to choose one of four impact pillars: Financial Inclusion, Education, Environment, or Digital Inclusion. After selecting a pillar, identify a clear challenge within that space and develop a functional solution that showcases your technical ability and problem-solving skills. The goal is to present practical proof of what you have learned through the 3 Million Technical Talent (3MTT) programme, in collaboration with the Airtel Africa Foundation and NITDA.

Submissions must be individual entries only; team submissions will not be accepted. Each entry should include a working MVP, demo link, or mockups, a 2–4 minute demo video, and a clear explanation covering the problem, users, build process, impact, and scalability. Applicants must also disclose any AI tools used, where applicable.

Prizes will be awarded per state: first place receives a laptop, second place a tablet, and third place 20GB of data. The deadline is March 24, 2026. Submit your application through your 3MTT dashboard.

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Lagos Neighbourhood Safety Corps Group B Recruitment Ongoing

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Lagos Neighbourhood Safety Corps Group B Recruitment Ongoing

The Lagos Neighbourhood Safety Corps has announced ongoing recruitment for the position of Neighbourhood Safety Officer (Group B) across all Local Government Areas in Lagos State. This full-time role supports community policing and grassroots security efforts.

LNSC applicants must possess SSCE/WAEC, be between 18 and 30 years old, physically fit, and have a clean criminal record.

To apply, interested applicants should visit https://lnsa.lg.gov.ng/career/apply/1.

Keystone-SMEDAN Women in Business Masterclass 2026 Opens

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Keystone-SMEDAN Women in Business Masterclass 2026 Opens

Applications are now open for the Keystone-SMEDAN Women in Business Training Programme, a two-day masterclass designed to help female entrepreneurs take their businesses to the next level. This transformative programme will equip participants with practical strategies, funding access, and valuable networks needed to scale successfully in today’s competitive market.

The masterclass features insightful sessions on business growth strategies, exclusive access to funding opportunities, practical training in digital marketing essentials, and strategic networking with industry leaders. It is scheduled to hold on March 11–12, 2026, from 9:00 AM daily at Keystone Learning Academy, 3 UAC Drive, Oregun, Ikeja. Spaces are limited, and interested participants are encouraged to apply early.

To apply for the Keystone-SMEDAN Women in Business Training Programme, visit:
https://www.keystonebankng.com/keystone-bank-smedan-women-in-business-masterclass/

Check: Sokoto Govt list of shortlisted candidates 3rd batch

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Check: Sokoto Govt list of shortlisted candidates 3rd batch

Sokoto State Government has released the list of shortlisted candidates for the third batch recruitment exercise of 1,000 applicants into the Sokoto State Civil Service.

With this third batch, the recruitment of 3,000 civil servants, as approved by the Sokoto State Governor, Dr. Ahmad Aliyu Sokoto, has now been successfully completed.

Applicants can now log in using their Reference Number and print a clear hard copy of the slip. Screenshots or mobile copies will not be accepted.

The printed Selection Slip must be presented at the Office of the State Head of Service, Usman Faruku Secretariat, on a date to be communicated in due course, together with photocopies of academic and professional credentials.

Applicants are advised to regularly check their emails for further updates and official communication.

All successful candidates of the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd batches are required to reprint their Selection Slip via the official recruitment portal for appointment letter collection.

To check the Sokoto third batch shortlist status, applicants should visit https://employment.sokotostate.gov.ng.

Lagos Scholarship Board extends 2025/2026 application deadline to March 6

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Lagos Scholarship Board extends 2025/2026 application deadline to March 6

The Lagos State Scholarship Board has extended the application deadline for its 2025/2026 Bursary and Scholarship Awards to March 6, 2026, giving eligible students additional time to complete their registration.

In a public service announcement released by its Public Affairs Unit on Sunday via its official Facebook page, the Board confirmed that the portal will now close on Friday, March 6, 2026. According to the statement, the extension is intended to provide another opportunity for qualified Lagos State indigenous students in tertiary institutions across Nigeria who are yet to successfully submit their applications.

The Board emphasized that this extension is final. It clearly stated that there will be no further extension beyond the new deadline and that late registrations will not be entertained under any circumstances. Students were also advised to forward any complaints or registration-related issues within the open application window, as no complaints will be treated after the portal closes.

The 2025/2026 Lagos State Bursary and Scholarship Awards are open to newly admitted students for the 2025/2026 academic session, as well as previously admitted Lagos State indigenes who did not apply in prior years. Applicants must be enrolled in recognized tertiary institutions within Nigeria to qualify.

With the March 6 deadline fast approaching, students are strongly encouraged to act promptly and ensure all required details are correctly submitted before the portal closes.

Interested and eligible candidates are required to complete their applications through the official portal at https://portal.lagosscholarship.org/.

FG Urged to Expand NAIC Insurance Coverage for Smallholder Farmers

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FG Urged to Expand NAIC Insurance Coverage for Smallholder Farmers

The Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security, Sen. Dr. Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi, has urged the Federal Government to expand insurance coverage to more smallholder farmers across Nigeria. His call centers on strengthening the (NAIC) so that more local, small-scale farmers can access affordable farm insurance and protect their livelihoods.

Speaking during a courtesy visit to the Minister of State for Finance, Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite, at the Ministry of Finance in Abuja, the Minister emphasized that expanding insurance coverage is critical to supporting millions of farmers who face constant risks from climate change, flooding, drought, pests, and other agricultural disasters. According to him, when smallholder farmers are protected by insurance, they are better able to recover from losses, remain productive, and continue contributing to national food supply.

He explained that recapitalizing NAIC would strengthen its financial base and enable the agency to reach more farmers, especially those in rural communities who currently lack access to formal insurance products. With stronger funding and institutional capacity, NAIC would be able to design more innovative, technology-driven insurance solutions tailored to the realities of small-scale farmers. This would not only restore public confidence in agricultural insurance but also attract private sector participation into the system.

The Minister further noted that expanding insurance coverage is directly linked to achieving food security and food sovereignty. When farmers are confident that their investments are protected, they are more willing to cultivate larger areas, adopt improved farming methods, and invest in better inputs. This ultimately increases agricultural productivity and strengthens Nigeria’s agrifood systems.

He also stressed the importance of aligning NAIC’s operations with industry standards to ensure timely payment of claims. By doing so, farmers can trust that compensation will be provided when losses occur.

Overall, the Minister’s message is clear: expanding affordable farm insurance through NAIC is essential to protecting smallholder farmers, stabilizing food production, and building a more resilient agricultural sector that supports inclusive economic growth.

Kogi Govt to Partner Women Engineers to Boost Science Education

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Kogi Govt to Partner Women Engineers to Boost Science Education

The Kogi State Ministry of Education has disclosed plans to partner with the Association of Professional Women Engineers of Nigeria to improve science education in schools across the state.

The State Commissioner for Education, Wemi Jones, made this known during a meeting with members of the association’s Kogi State Chapter in Lokoja. He explained that the proposed collaboration is aimed at strengthening science learning in public schools and encouraging more students, particularly girls, to pursue science-related subjects and careers.

According to him, the planned partnership aligns with the Ministry’s School Adoption and Mentorship Programme, which focuses on supporting schools through strategic collaborations and targeted interventions. He commended the association for proposing a Girls Science Quiz Competition in public schools, describing it as a practical step toward boosting interest and performance in science disciplines.

The Commissioner, who was represented by the Permanent Secretary, Alabi Albert Bamigbade, assured the group of the Ministry’s willingness to collaborate to ensure the success of the proposed competition.

Earlier, the State Chairman of the association, Cecilia Attah, said the visit was to formally inform the Ministry of their plan to kick-start the quiz competition. She added that the association remains committed to promoting awareness that engineering and science careers are equally open to girls across Kogi State.

Charity Kpabep Scholarship 2026 for Female Engineers Opens April 1

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Charity Kpabep Scholarship 2026 for Female Engineers Opens April 1

Applications are set to open soon for the 2026/2027 Charity Kpabep Scholarship Programme (CKSP), a major opportunity designed to support female manufacturing engineers and technicians across Nigeria. Following a successful 2025 close-out, the programme returns through a collaboration between the National Ozone Office of the Federal Ministry of Environment, UNIDO, and SWETS Nigeria.

This initiative will identify 20 outstanding female engineering students from Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones and equip them to become future leaders in the Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (RAC) sector. The focus remains on building technical capacity, increasing female representation in manufacturing, and strengthening Nigeria’s green and sustainable cooling industry.

Selected beneficiaries will receive full tuition support and monthly stipends, alongside brand new laptops and Android phones. Participants will also benefit from specialized RAC technical training, global mentorship opportunities, SWE membership, and structured internship and career pathways within the industry.

Eligibility is open to Nigerian residents under the age of 40. Applicants will be required to submit a 30–60 second video answering the question “Why me?” in MP4 or MOV format (maximum 10MB). In addition, candidates must complete the online application form and upload all required documents in a single PDF file not exceeding 10MB.

The submission portal remains closed until April 1, 2026, and will close on April 22, 2026.

Apply https://forms.gle/bg7gAGWDbLigzrXBA

TEF 2026 Begins Verification Ahead of Final Selection

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TEF 2026 Begins Verification Ahead of Final Selection

The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) has officially commenced verifications for the 2026 Entrepreneurship Programme, marking the next critical phase ahead of the final selection of beneficiaries as applications are now closed.

After accepting entries from 1 January to 1 March 2026, the Foundation has shifted focus to screening and verifying applications submitted by thousands of young entrepreneurs across Africa. This stage involves reviewing business details, eligibility criteria, and supporting documents to ensure that only qualified candidates advance to the final selection round.

The verification process underscores TEF’s commitment to transparency and merit-based selection. It is a decisive step that determines which applicants will join the growing community of entrepreneurs empowered under the programme since its launch in 2010.

Over the years, TEF has provided more than 2.5 million young Africans with access to business management training through its digital hub, TEFConnect. The Foundation has also disbursed over $100 million in seed capital to more than 24,000 entrepreneurs. Collectively, these businesses have generated $4.2 billion in revenue and created over 1.5 million direct and indirect jobs, lifting 2.1 million people out of poverty. Notably, 45 percent of beneficiaries are women.

Successful applicants for the 2026 cycle will receive $5,000 in non-refundable seed capital, 12 weeks of structured business training, mentorship from industry leaders, access to TEF’s pan-African ecosystem, and entry into a network spanning all 54 African countries.

With verifications underway, the countdown to the final selection has officially begun.

Kwara Project 774: Digital Capacity Training Trainer Recruitment

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Kwara Project 774: Digital Capacity Training Trainer Recruitment

The Kwara State Government has opened applications for Project 774: Digital Capacity Training Trainer Recruitment, a paid initiative designed to strengthen grassroots digital inclusion across selected Local Government Areas. The programme will be implemented in the pilot LGAs of Ilorin West, Ilorin East, Ilorin South, Ifelodun, and Offa.

Project 774: Digital Capacity Training is a Federal Government–supported initiative of the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy. It aims to build digital capacity at the local government level and equip public servants with essential digital skills. In Kwara State, the programme is being deployed under the leadership of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq as part of the administration’s commitment to inclusive development and digitally enabled local governance.

The core objective of the training is to develop foundational digital competencies among Local Government personnel. This will improve administrative efficiency, enhance service delivery, and support a gradual transition to paperless and e-governance processes across local government offices.

Phase 1 of the programme will run for 12 weeks in the selected LGAs: Ilorin West, Ilorin East, Ilorin South, Ifelodun, and Offa.

Selected trainers will deliver structured and practical sessions using the approved Project 774 curriculum. They will facilitate hands-on learning, guide participants through practical exercises, support digital adoption within local government offices, maintain attendance and progress records, and provide periodic feedback on learning outcomes.

The training will cover six core modules. Module 1 focuses on Basic Digital Literacy, including computer fundamentals, operating systems, internet safety, email usage, and workplace digital etiquette. Module 2 covers Office Productivity and Documentation, including word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, and official templates. Module 3 addresses Digital Communication and Collaboration, such as email practice, document sharing, virtual meetings, and internal workflows.

Module 4 focuses on Records Digitization and Data Handling, including scanning, digital archiving, data entry standards, and file organization systems. Module 5 introduces e-Governance and Paperless Processes, covering digital approvals, electronic records, reporting structures, and shared or cloud storage. Module 6 covers Cybersecurity and Asset Protection, including device safety, password management, malware awareness, and protection of government digital assets.

Trainers will be engaged on a paid service basis for the duration of the programme.

Only applicants with demonstrable training experience, a proven delivery record, and structured corporate or professional training capacity will be considered. Candidates may be required to provide evidence of previous training engagements, organizational profiles, or relevant certifications.

The deadline for applications is 4pm on Wednesday, March 4, 2026.

To apply for the Kwara Project 774 Digital Capacity Training Trainer role, visit https://forms.gle/ZPKCf99aGFScnNFLA.

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