NGYouthSDGs Emerges Eval4Action Emerging Champion for 2025
The Nigeria Youth SDGs Network, registered as the Network of Youth for Sustainable Initiative (NGYouthSDGs), has been selected as the 2025 Emerging Champion by Evaluation for Action. This prestigious global recognition celebrates youth-led efforts in advancing evaluation for transformative change. The Eval4Action campaign is a global initiative that mobilises commitments and actions from a diverse […]
Reimagining Democracy: How Civic Tech Is Reshaping Governance in West Africa
On May 21, 2025, the vibrant halls of the Civic Centre in Lagos, Nigeria, became the meeting ground for some of West Africa’s boldest civic thinkers, doers, and changemakers. Hosted by Civic Hive, the West Africa CivicTech Conference 2025 brought together a dynamic mix of government officials, tech innovators, policymakers, youth leaders, and civil society […]
Strengthening Youth Entrepreneurship in Nigeria
Amb. Jurriaan Middelhoff, Ambassador for Youth, Education, and Work at the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands What does it take for young Nigerians to thrive as entrepreneurs? In a country brimming with energy, talent, and drive, the answer lies in building systems that not only spark innovation but sustain it. Earlier this […]
How Fast Fashion is Wrecking Our Planet and What We Can Do About It
Written by Oloruntobi Adejare Ever ordered a trendy outfit online for ₦3,000, rocked it once, and tossed it aside? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. That’s the world of fast fashion: affordable, trendy, and tempting. But behind that great deal is a not-so-pretty truth costing our planet big time. Fast fashion is booming, and social media […]
Less Than 200? What UTME 2025 Tells Us About the Future of Education in Nigeria
Over 75% of candidates scored below 200 in the 2025 UTME – JAMB written by Oloruntobi Adejare. That’s not just a headline, it’s a red flag. This year, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) released a startling statistic: over 75% of candidates who sat for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) scored below […]
Honouring a Legacy, Advancing a Mission: Reflections from the Innocent Chukwuemeka Chukwuma 3rd Annual Impact and Legacy Lecture
Our Chief of Staff, Rahmon Saheed, recently represented NGYouthSDGs at the Innocent Chukwuemeka Chukwuma 3rd Annual Impact and Legacy Lecture at the Radisson Blu Anchorage Hotel in Lagos. The event, organised by the CLEEN Foundation and the Innocent Chukwuemeka Chukwuma Empowerment Foundation (ICCEF), was a profound gathering of thought leaders, activists, policymakers, and changemakers committed […]
Non-State Actors Engagement in Implementation of Nigeria’s Decent Work Country Programme 2023 – 2027
NGYouthSDGs, along with other key stakeholders, participated in the Non-State Actors Engagement on the implementation of Nigeria’s Decent Work Country Programme (DWCP) 2023–2027, organised by the International Labour Organisation (ILO). Held at the UN House in Abuja, the engagement brought together key stakeholders, including government representatives, employers’ and workers’ organisations, CSOs, and media, to review […]
NGYouthSDGs ECOSOC 2025 Virtual Side Event: Youth Leadership & Financing for a Sustainable Future
The United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) Youth Forum is a global platform where young people engage in dialogue with policymakers, civil society, and development partners to shape the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It provides a space for youth to share ideas, solutions, and innovations for addressing the world’s most pressing […]
Eco-cyclers Empower Communities for Climate Action in Enugu South
In Enugu South, a remarkable transformation has taken root, driven by Eco-cyclers’ commitment to environmental sustainability and climate action. Through the Empowering Youth Civil Society to Build Stronger Communities in Nigeria project, Eco-cyclers have played a pivotal role in fostering positive environmental change. Inspiring Climate Action Through Community Engagement Initially, climate action awareness in the […]
YALI: Empowering Youth for Climate Action and Sustainable Development
Young African Leaders Initiative’s (YALI) involvement with the Empowering Youth Civil Society to Build Stronger Communities in Nigeria Project has contributed to significant change in Nasarawa State, equipping young people with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to champion climate action. EcoSusNet, one of the 15 youth CSOs trained by NGYouthSDGs, reached and trained YALI, […]
