NPOWER BUILD TRAINING FOR THE NPOWER PROGRAME COMMENCES

Good morning, N-Power Build trainees, are you ready for an exciting time? Training for #NPowerBuild commences March 1st, 2018! Are you ready N-Power Build trainees? #NPowerNG #NPowerBuild#NPowerNG

Peace Corp Bill : Buhari withholds assent

President Muhammadu Buhari has withheld his assent on the Peace Corps of Nigeria establishment bill recently passed by the National Assembly.

His rejection of the bill was contained in a communication to the legislature today (Tuesday).

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Mr. Yakubu Dogara, has just read the letter to members in plenary.

Buhari says the organisation is a duplication of existing security agencies.

Details later…

2018 Commonwealth Shared Scholarships for Students from Developing Countries to study in the United Kingdom (Fully Funded)

Commonwealth Shared Scholarships

Commonwealth Shared Scholarships are for candidates from least developed and lower middle income Commonwealth countries, for full-time Master’s study on selected courses, jointly supported by UK universities.

Funded by the UK Department for International Development (DFID), Commonwealth Shared Scholarships enable talented and motivated individuals to gain the knowledge and skills required for sustainable development, and are aimed at those who could not otherwise afford to study in the UK. These scholarships are offered under six themes:

1. Science and technology for development
2. Strengthening health systems and capacity
3. Promoting global prosperity
4. Strengthening global peace, security and governance
5. Strengthening resilience and response to crises
6. Access, inclusion and opportunity

Information on other scholarships offered by the CSC

Eligibility

To apply for these scholarships, you must:

• Be a citizen of or have been granted refugee status by an eligible Commonwealth country, or be a British Protected Person
• Be permanently resident in an eligible Commonwealth country
• Be available to start your academic studies in the UK by the start of the UK academic year in September/October 2018
• By October 2018, hold a first degree of at least upper second class (2:1) standard, or a second class degree and a relevant postgraduate qualification (usually a Master’s degree)
• Not have studied or worked for one (academic) year or more in a high income country
• Be unable to afford to study in the UK without this scholarship

The CSC aims to identify talented individuals who have the potential to make change. We are committed to a policy of equal opportunity and non-discrimination, and encourage applications from a diverse range of candidates. For further information on the support available to candidates with a disability, see the CSC disability support statement.

The CSC is committed to administering and managing its scholarships and fellowships in a fair and transparent manner. For further information, see the CSC anti-fraud policy and the DFID guidance on reporting fraud.

Eligible Commonwealth countries

Bangladesh

Cameroon

Ghana

Guyana

India

Kenya

Kiribati

Lesotho

Malawi

Mozambique

Nigeria

Pakistan

Papua New Guinea

Rwanda

Samoa

Sierra Leone

Solomon Islands

Sri Lanka

Swaziland

Tanzania

Tuvalu

Uganda

Vanuatu

Zambia

Terms and conditions

For full terms and conditions – including further details of the scholarship themes, value of the scholarship, and general conditions – see the Commonwealth Shared Scholarships 2018 terms and conditions

Selection process

Each participating UK university will conduct its own recruitment process to select a specified number of candidates to be awarded Commonwealth Shared Scholarships. Universities must put forward their selected candidates to the CSC by 17 May 2018. The CSC will then confirm that these candidates meet the eligibility criteria for this scheme. Universities will inform candidates of their results by July 2018.

Selection criteria include:

• Academic merit of the candidate
• Potential impact of the work on the development of the candidate’s home country.

How to apply

You should apply to study one of the taught Master’s courses offered in the Commonwealth Shared Scholarship scheme. These scholarships do not cover undergraduate courses, PhD study, or any pre-sessional English language teaching, and are usually tenable for one year only. View a full list of eligible courses

All applications must be made through your chosen university. You must check with your chosen university for their specific advice, admission requirements, and rules for applying. Some universities may require you to complete their own admissions application form as well, which may have a separate closing date. You must take the necessary steps to secure admission to your course at the same time as applying for a Shared Scholarship. View a full list of university contact details

You must make your application using the CSC’s Electronic Application System (EAS), in addition to any other application that you are required to complete by your chosen university. View full information on how to use the EAS, including detailed guides

You can apply for more than one course and/or to more than one university, but you may only accept one offer of a Shared Scholarship.

All applications must be submitted by 23.59 (BST) on 17 April 2018 at the latest. Each university has its own closing date for applications, and most are before this date. Any applications submitted after a university closing date will not be considered; please ensure you apply via the EAS before your university closing date. View a full list of university closing dates

The CSC will not accept any applications that are not submitted via the EAS to your UK university, or any applications directly from individuals; such applications will not be acknowledged.

The EAS will open for applications on 27 February 2018.

Enquiries

All enquiries about these scholarships should be directed to the university to which you wish to apply.

Please note that the CSC does not charge candidates to apply for any of its scholarships or fellowships through its Electronic Application System (EAS), and it does not charge organisations to nominate candidates.

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Nigerian Navy Course 25 Direct Short Service For Medical Consultant 2018

1.​Applications are invited from qualified medical consultants who are desirous of enlistment into the Nigerian Navy Direct Short Service Commission Course 25 in the underlisted medical categories:​

a.​Surgery.

​​(1)​Orthopaedic Surgeon.

​​(2)​ENT Surgeon.

​​(3)​General Surgeon.

​​(4)​Neuro – Surgeon.

​​(5)​Burns & Plastic Surgeon.

​​(6)​Cardiothoracic Surgeon.

​​(7)​Ophthalmologist.

​​(8)​Anaesthetist.

​​(9)​Paediatric Surgeon.

b.​Obstetrics & Gynaecology: Obstetrician & Gynaecologist.

c.​Paediatrics: Paediatrician.

d.​Medicine.

​​(1)​Family Medicine Physician.

​​(2)​Neuro – Psychiatrist.

​​(3)​Radiologist.

​​(5)​Pathologist.

​​(6)​Neurologist.

​​(7)​Dermatologist.

​​(8)​Public Health Physician.

​​(9)​Cardiologist.

​​(10)​Urologist.​

​​(11)​Nephrologist.

​​(12)​Haematology – Oncologist.

​​(13)​Chemical Pathologist.

​​(14)​Histopathologist.

​​(15)​Microbiologist.

​​(16)​Endocrinologist.

e.​Aviation Medicine: Flight Surgeon.

f.​Dentistry.

​​(1)​Oral Maxillofacial Surgeon.

​​(2)​Orthodontist.

​​(3)​Periodontist.

​​(4)​Paedodontist.

​​(5)​General/Family Practice Dentist.

​​(6)​Conservative Dentist.

2.​Entry Qualification. Applicants are to possess:

a.​Fellowship of West African Colleges or National Medical Colleges in the respective specialization such as FWACS, FWACO, FMCOG or equivalents obtained from foreign institutions.

b.​Certificate or Registration with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria.

c.​Certificate of Registration of Additional Certificates.

d.​All other relevant certificates.

3.​General Instructions.

a.​Applicants who obtained credentials from foreign institutions should ensure that the certificates are authenticated by the Federal Ministry of Education.

b.​Applicants must possess NYSC Discharge Certificate or letter of exemption from NYSC.

c.​Applicants must possess the National ID Card or National ID Card Acknowledgment slip.

d.​Male applicants must not be less than 1.65 metres tall while female applicants must not be less than 1.62 metres tall.

e.​Applicants should be between 30 and 40 years of age by 31 March 2018.

f.​Applicants will be shortlisted for a screening interview. The date and time of the interview will be communicated via this website.

g.​Applicants are to apply online free of charge at www.joinnigeriannavy.com.

h.​Applicants are warned against giving false information or tendering fake certificates. Any false information or fake certificates discovered at any stage will lead to disqualification and subsequent prosecution of the applicant.

i.​Applicants are to print out the documents on successful completion of the online application process.

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ReadySetWork (RSW) Faculty Training Program for Nigerian Final Year Students 2018

Vision

Every student who graduates from a tertiary institution located in Lagos State will possess the knowledge, skills and mind-set required to be self-employed or become a value adding employee.

Participating Schools:

The 2018 participants will comprise of final and penultimate year students of:

Lagos State University
Lagos State Polytechnic
Lagos State College of Health Technology
Adeniran Ogunsanya College of Education
Micheal Otedola College of Education
University of Lagos
Caleb University
Yaba College of Technology
FCET Akoka
Participants:

The programme will be opened to 5,000 final year students from participatory institutions using the face-to-face method of learning and 20,000 penultimate year students from participatory institutions utilizing the on-line method of learning.

Programme Duration:

The programme runs for thirteen (13) weeks of intensive training (Saturday only) administered during the Second Semester of the school year.

Internships & Seed Funding:

At the end of the 13 weeks, outstanding students that have met the program requirements will have the opportunity to earn internship placements at various top organizations in the State. Students interested in being entrepreneurs will have the opportunity to pitch their business ideas in and their endeavour to bid for seed funding.

 ReadySetWork 2018 At A Glance:

RSW 2018
5,000 Final Year Students
20,000 Penultimate Year Students
3 Centers (LASU, LASPOTECH and UNILAG)
13 weeks of face-to-face courses
6 weeks of RSW Online Academy – available to students in their penultimate year; will serve as a prerequisite for participation in their final year
Participating Institutions – Lagos State University (LASU), Lagos State Polytechnic (LASPOTECH), Adeniran Ogunsanya College of Education (AOCOED), Lagos State College of Health Technology (LASCOHET), Michael Otedola College of Education (MOCPED), University of Lagos (UNILAG), CALEB University, Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH), Federal College of Education (Technical)
Internship Fair for 25,000 students
3000 internship/apprenticeship placement slots
 RSW Timeline

  Dates
Program Duration July – September
Sensitization March 13th (LASU-10am, AOCOED-2pm)
March 20th (LASCOHET-10am, UNILAG-2pm)

March 27th (LASPOTECH-10am, MOCPED-2pm)

April 10th (YABATECH -10am, FCET-2pm)

April 17th (CALEB – 12noon)

Press Conference
Portal Opens for Registration March 2018
Train the Trainers April 2018
Graduation Date October 2018
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Oxfam-EDC SME Development Program for Nigerian Entrepreneurs 2018

Application Deadline: April 14th, 2018
The OXFAM-EDC SME development programme in Nigeria supports SMEs with a social or environmental impact strategy to grow their company, create more employment opportunities for youth, and increase their impact.
Do you manage an SME and are you ready for GROWTH? Do you want to get tailor-made support to boost your business and tackle your challenges? Do you want to diversify your market, increase your competitiveness, improve the value chain of your sector, and create opportunities to manage your business in a more sustainable and responsible manner?

Apply for the Oxfam-EDC SME Development Program and get your business diagnosed by experts to identify improvement opportunities for desired business growth!
Requirements:
Oxfam-EDC are looking for companies that have a clear social and/or environmental impact strategy. This includes for example creating jobs for youth, using sustainable resource management solutions, developing renewable energy solutions, sustainable sourcing from local suppliers (e.g. farmers), or selling relevant products/services to low-income Nigerian households.

Any sector is welcome to join, especially agribusiness (the entire value chain), light manufacturing, producers of women’s consumer products, renewable energy and recycling.

The following criteria apply to be eligible to participate:
Age bracket of the entrepreneur/manager: 25 to 45 years
Annual turnover: N40million and above
Number of employees: between 10 and 250
The company should exist at least 2 years
The key selection criteria are your social or environmental impact vision and the potential of your business to create jobs
The participation fee is N75,000 – only applicable when you are selected to participate.

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Coca-Cola Youth Entrepreneurship Program 2018

Welcome to 2018! And welcome to a year that holds so much promise for you on the Digital Hub. You probably attended one of our live workshops or probably heard of this platform via our advertising. Whatever the case, we are excited to have you on board!

The Digital Hub affords you a wider range of opportunities to improve your life and business skills.

Do ensure you attempt our various training courses on this platform. A secret benefit awaits those who complete all training, so get going! There will be live sessions and more, and we'll communicate same as they are set up.

As part of our community, you get to know (before the general public) that we have 4 live workshops lined up for this year - and we'll kick off very soon in the city of Benin, Edo state.

The program seeks to provide fundamental life & business skills to support youths transitioning from school to the workplace. It is a diverse and inclusive programme designed to equip young people to achieve their career ambitions and reach their potentials.
Youth Empowered trainings will be delivered through live workshops and an online learning platform - digital hub.

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NATIONAL HOME GROWN SCHOOL FEEDING PROGRAM RECRUITMENT FOR FARMERS

The National Home-Grown School Feeding Programme is in 21 states across Nigeria today. Interested in participating in #NHGSFP in your state as a farmer, please read the image below. Continue to #TrackWithUs

ORID TDR International Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme to study in Ghana 2018-2019

The Office of Research, Innovation, and Development (ORID) is inviting applications for TDR International Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme for the 2018/2019 academic year, funded under the WHO TDR International Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme.

The purpose of the project is to enhance University of Ghana’s capacity and post-graduate training in the Humanities.

The University of Ghana, the premier university and the largest university in Ghana was founded as the University College of the Gold Coast by Ordinance on August 11, 1948, for the purpose of providing and promoting university education, learning and research.

Scholarship Description: 

• Application Deadline: March 30, 2018
• Course Level: Scholarships are available to pursue Postgraduate programme.
• Study Subject: Scholarships are awarded to pursue One-year Masters studies in Public Health. Ten (10) Master’s scholarships will be offered under the programme for the 2018/2019 academic year in the following areas:
  • Masters in Public Health.
  • MSc Applied Health and Social Sciences

Scholarship Award: The scholarship is tenable at the University of Ghana, School of Public Health and covers:

• One round return economy airfare between the home country of the student and Accra, Ghana.
• Tuition and academic user facility fees;
• Basic medical and accident insurance;
• Monthly stipend to cover living expenses including accommodation equivalent to local living cost; and
• Support for research project/thesis expenses during data collection.
• Nationality: Only applicants from low- and middle-income countries of WHO African Region are eligible.
• Number of Scholarships: Up to 10 scholarships are available.
• Scholarship can be taken in Ghana

Eligibility for the Scholarship: 

Eligible Countries: Only applicants from low- and middle-income countries of WHO African Region are eligible. Applicants must be from low- and middle-income countries within the WHO Afro Region.

List of Countries: Algeria, Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso,  Burundi,  Cameroon, Cabo Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros , Congo, Ivory Coast, Democratic Republic of Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Ethiopia, Eritrea, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Mozambique ,Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sao Tome and Principe,  Senegal,  Seychelles,  Sierra Leone, South Africa, South Sudan, Swaziland, Togo, Uganda, United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe.

Entrance Requirements: To be eligible for this scholarship you must meet the following requirements:

• Nationals and residents from low- and middle-income countries (data.worldbank.org/about/country-and-lending-groups) of WHO African Region.
• Applicants should normally be under 35 years old at the time of application for the for the Master’s programme.
• Meet the standard University admission requirements for international graduate students.
• For postgraduate admission requirements at the University of Ghana, visit the how to apply to postgraduate programmes page.

*Female candidates and candidates from less privileged regions or groups as well as candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Only applicants from low- and middle-income countries of WHO African Region are eligible.
Please take note that the language of instruction is English

English Language Requirements: Applicant must have good knowledge of English, both written and verbal.

Application Procedure: 

How to Apply: Applications for the TDR international postgraduate scholarship must be submitted online.

Applicants must simultaneously submit applications for admission into the relevant programme at the University of Ghana. 

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APPLY NOW - KADUNA STATE UNIVERSITY ACADEMIC STAFF VACANCIES 2018

Application are invited from suitable qualified candidate for the following academic position in the under listed department/course below. The closing date for application submission is on the 6th of April 2018.

Presidency speaks on N-Power 2017 List, cash transfer to Nigerians, other programme

Mrs Mariam Uwais, presidential aide on National Social Investment Programmes (NSIP), has called on Nigerians to join the programme and reap its benefits, especially on employment.
She spoke while presenting the scorecard of the four aspects of the programme at a news briefing in the State House.
According to her, NSIP programme comprises Npower, National Home Grown School Feeding,
Government Enterprise Empowerment Programme, and the National (conditional) Cash Transfer Programme, designed to support citizens facing economic challenges.
“As our programmes unfold around the country, we call on all Nigerians to join us in this effort as the ultimate beneficiaries of the impact of our activities.
“One of the most important aspects of the programme is the millions of Nigerians who have and would benefit directly and indirectly from each of the various schemes.
“All our beneficiaries are being paid directly with their Bank Verification Number; being an integral part of our design.
“Today, we have recorded 7.9 million direct beneficiaries since inception and have a presence in the 36 states of the Federation and Federal Capital Territory,’’ she said
Uwais also recalled that the targets for the schemes were to provide 500,000 jobs to the unemployed graduates and/or non-graduates through Npower with eight technology hubs in the pipeline.
“Npower has 200,000 graduate beneficiaries that are currently enrolled and working in various
institutions around the country.
“The selection of the next batch of 300,000 beneficiaries has been completed and those selected will be engaged in the next few months.
“20,000 more beneficiaries in the non-graduate category are set to commence training in 34 states around the country, while we continue to audit the skill centres we can utilise in the remaining states,” she said.

CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS: SOCIAL MEDIA REPORTERS FOR WEST AFRICANS

Creative Girls Mentorship Program for Female Creatives 2018.

Application Deadline: 21st of March, 2018.


In the Creative/Professional world, meeting other individuals who have made significant progress in their lives and with their Art and Work is invaluable. It creates a paradigm shift as the young and inexperienced creative is exposed to resources, guides, angles and dreams that are achievable.
For Creative Girls has created a 2-month mentorship program for Female Creatives and Professional. The mentorship program has been developed to help upcoming artists and professional women get the guide, help and resources that they need to accelerate their growth in their chosen fields.

Makers, creators, social activists, and artists are thriving around the globe, and this mentorship program is tailored to help bridge the gap between female creatives uncomfortable with the stage their art and skills are currently at and those who have grown tremendously. The program is a One-on- One virtual mentorship guidance that will hold for 2 months causing accelerated growth in the selected candidates. During the program, chosen mentees get assigned to a Mentor, who will help shape their work for 2 months. Some of the Mentors include Award-winning Actress and Writer, Obehi Janice, Tosin Oshinowo, Mariama Camara and Ozoz Sokoh of Kitchen Butterfly.

For Creatives Girls is a semi-educational platform that provides all the resources and channels the Female Creative needs to grow and be successful. It is a platform for creative women to share insights about their creative processes (how they get things done and how they execute ideas), the way they get inspiration for their work and how to be profitable. Championing women engaged in the Creatives (Design, Arts, Writing, Painting, Photography etc), showcasing them and inspiring the aspiring female creatives to flourish. For Creative Girls is run by Gbemi Adekanmbi who is on a mission to make Female Creatives and Artists a living breathing part of how the world, organisations and societies run.

Application for the Mentorship program closes on the 21st of March, 2018. APPLY HERE

The InterswitchSPAK National Science Competition for Nigerian Secondary Schools 2018

About InterswitchSPAK

INTRODUCTION

InterswitchSPAK is an annual search across high schools (public and private) in Nigeria for only SS 2 (year 11) students between the ages of 14-17 years.It is introduced to chart the ideal career path and drive the student towards full optimization of their potentials and fulfilment of their dreams (either as an inventor or entrepreneur) with a key message of revving up the interest of students; parents, teachers and other key stakeholders towards STEM education and its application in Africa.

SPAK OBJECTIVES

1. To arouse and sustain keen interest in the study of STEM in high schools across Africa.
2. To raise the standard of STEM education and reward excellence with educational grants through an unbiased competition that would promote sound education in Africa.
3. To create a vehicle that is genuinely interested in the growth, development and well-being of Africa students and teachers through various interventions including scholarship schemes for outstanding STEM students.

HOW TO PARTICIPATE:

1. This competition is open to students in SSS2 (year 11) between 14 – 17 years; attending full time Secondary Education in both Public and Private Schools in Nigeria.
2. Participation in this competition is FREE.
3. Registration to participate is strictly online via www.interswitchspak.com
4. Each School is required to present their BEST six (6) students in Science (SS2 students), irrespective of religion, tribe or state of origin, to enhance their chances of qualifying for the second round of the competition.
5. Mixed-schools are required to have at least two female students-amongst the six(6)  that would represent them.
6. There are many examination centers across Nigeria.

THE EXAMINATION

There are two main levels of the competition.

FIRST ROUND: WRITTEN QUALIFYING EXAMINATION

In this stage, all the online registered students’ (i.e. the best SIX (6) from each registered school) will write a National qualifying examination conducted by NECO at designated centers across Nigeria including FCT, Abuja.

Each school is to prepare their representatives for the qualifying exams in four subjects- Mathematics, Physics; Chemistry & Biology based on the current year 11 WAEC/NECO syllabuses.

The National Qualif

ying Exams.

100 Objective questions in 75 minutes; 25 each from the 4 Subjects.

SECOND ROUND: TV QUIZ COMPETITION

The best 81 students (with the highest scores) out of those who wrote the qualifying examination will be invited to participate at this stage of the competition. This will be recorded and transmitted on Television across Nigeria and Africa.

The overall best three students per State will be recognised.

RULES AND REGULATIONS:

1. The SPAK National exam will hold on Saturday April 21st, 2018 across Nigeria, please check the list of centers on www.interswitchspak.com.
2. Students must come to their designated examination centres by 10am for accreditation with their Registration slip duly signed and stamped by their school principal.
3. Latecomers will not be allowed to write the examination.
4. Students are to come along with only HB pencil, eraser, ruler and statistical table, NO CALCULATORS WILL BE ALLOWED.
5. Students must conduct themselves in an orderly manner
6. Any act of misconduct will lead to disqualification of the student.
7. All students MUST come to the exam venue in their School Uniform.
8. Please refer to examination centre list o check for the centre nearest to you.
9. The competition is open to SS2 (year 11) students ONLY.
10. Each school is to prepare their representatives for the qualifying exams in Physics, Chemistry, Biology & Mathematics based on the current SS2 WAEC/NECO syllabuses.
11. The decision of the organizers/ NECO is final and we shall not enter into any correspondence with anyone regarding the conduct of this examination.

PLEASE NOTE

1. Students are advised to check their results via the online platform that will be made available to them from May 21st 2018.
2. We strongly recommend that students sit for the examination at centres nearest to them·
3. Only qualified students will be contacted for the second stage (TV quiz) of the competition.
4. The InterswitchSPAK National Science Competition is to discover Nigeria’s best science student.

1. Only qualified students will be contacted for the second stage (TV quiz) of the competition.
2. The InterswitchSPAK National Science Competition is to discover Nigeria’s best science student.

1. Only qualified students will be contacted for the second stage (TV quiz) of the competition.
2. The InterswitchSPAK National Science Competition is to discover Nigeria’s best science student. REGISTER YOUR SCHOOL