Nigeria’s Next Youth Policy: How to Fix Funding and Accountability.
On 16 June 2026, NGYouthSDGs joined the British High Commission and the Federal Ministry of Youth Development for a High-Level Dialogue on Nigeria’s next National Youth Policy. Government officials, states, donors, private sector leaders, and youth groups came together to ask one hard question: why did the last policy fail, and what must change? […]
The Significance of June 12 in Nigeria’s Democratic History.
The June 12, 1993, presidential election remains Nigeria’s most symbolic democratic milestone. Despite being widely celebrated as the nation’s freest and fairest poll, its annulment plunged Nigeria into years of military dictatorship. Today, its legacy serves as a constant reminder for youth to defend the integrity of the electoral process and demand good governance. […]
Human Rights Are a Youth Issue: Reflections from the Amnesty International Nigeria Annual Report Launch
When the story of Nigeria’s future is told, it will not be written only in policy statements or development reports. It will be written in how we treat the most vulnerable among us and in whether young people choose to stand aside or to stand up. This reflection is drawn from our participation at the […]
The Contract That Wasn’t, A Lesson in Nigerian Workplace Reality.
Funke sat in a bright office in Lekki, clutching an offer letter that was barely three sentences long. “Don’t worry about the details,” her new boss said with a smile. “We’re a family here. We’ll take care of you.” Six months later, the “family” fell on hard times. Funke was let go on a Friday […]
The Rider at Your Door Has No Safety Net
Emeka is 27 years old. He has a degree in Business Administration from a federal university in Ogun State. He graduated two years ago and has sent out more job applications than he can count. Today, he earns his living on a motorbike, ferrying food orders across Lagos for one of the country’s growing delivery […]
South-South Youth Demand Seat at the Table as Nigeria Reviews National Youth Policy
Young people from across Nigeria’s South-South region have issued a clear demand to policymakers: genuine, structured inclusion at every stage of the National Youth Policy process, from design and implementation to monitoring and accountability. The call emerged from a zonal consultation on the National Youth Policy held in Port Harcourt, convened by the Network of […]
Youth at the Centre of Global Action: Joshua Alade Speaks with Pierre Jones on the SDG Vision Podcast
In a powerful and inspiring conversation, Joshua Alade, Executive Director of the Network of Youth for Sustainable Initiative, joins Pierre Jones on the SDG Vision Podcast to discuss the critical role of young people in accelerating progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The episode is a must-watch for anyone passionate about youth leadership, innovation, […]
Unlocking Youth Futures with Nigeria’s New Employment Policy
In August 2025, the Government of Nigeria launched the redesigned National Employment Policy (NEP), a framework designed to create decent and sustainable jobs for Nigerians. The NEP offers value for young people as they make up more than 60 percent of Nigeria’s 210 million population. In this article, we will discuss more information about the […]
Advancing Social Justice Through Youth-Centred Dialogue: NGYouthSDGs at the ILO Tripartite Panel
As part of our commitment to promoting inclusive and youth-led approaches to sustainable development, NGYouthSDGs participated in the ILO Tripartite Panel on the Global Coalition for Social Justice, held at the UN House in Abuja. The high-level convening brought together stakeholders across government, labour unions, civil society, and the private sector to discuss the urgent […]
Aquaworld CDI’s Journey with the Empowering Youth Civil Society to Build Stronger Communities in Nigeria Project
Through the #ClimateActionForStrongerNaija Project, Aquaworld CDI has made remarkable strides in advancing climate resilience and adaptation strategies in Ondo State, Nigeria. This initiative has not only empowered vulnerable communities but also strengthened Aquaworld CDI’s role as a climate advocacy leader. Driving Change in Communities The project has directly impacted communities in Ondo State by […]
