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 […]
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, […]
For a sustainable future, Nigeria must bring its Young People to the Table.
With the February 2025 deadline for updated Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) come and gone, Nigeria still has a chance to lead, but only if she listens to her youth. Only 13 out of 195 signatories met the deadline, exposing the ongoing challenge of global inaction in the face of a climate emergency. NDCs are essential […]
Empowering Youth Civil Society to Build Stronger Communities in Nigeria Project’s Impact through Plogging Nigeria in Nsukka.
In Nsukka, a quiet yet powerful transformation has taken place, one driven by climate action and the determination of young changemakers. What began as a simple idea to engage youth CSOs in climate resilience efforts by NGYouthSDGs has sparked a movement, one that is redefining waste management as a climate solution in the community. The […]
Advancing Climate Resilience: Empowering Youth Civil Societies To Build Stronger Communities in Nigeria
The Nigerian Youth proves that anything can be achieved through shared dedication and commitment to fostering change. Together, change is possible, and youths who are drivers of change must continue to be supported and celebrated. This statement made by the Head of the Political Section, Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Nigeria, Mr. […]
Comprehensive Report on the NDC Scorecard Workshop for Sustainable Building Projects
Participants and organisers at the NDC Scorecard for Sustainable Building Projects workshop On 28th November 2024, our YAL Associate, Yusuf Armayau, had the privilege of representing the Network of Youth for Sustainable Initiative (NGYouthSDGs) at the “NDC Scorecard for Sustainable Building Projects” Workshop 2. The Green Building Council Nigeria (GBCN) organised the event, focused […]
NGYouthSDGs: Mainstreaming Nigerian Youth in SDGs Implementation
In commemoration of International Youth Day 2024, the Network of Youth for Sustainable Initiative also known as the Nigerian Youth SDGs Network (NGYouthSDGs), hosted a two-day convening between August 12-13 in Abuja, Nigeria, which sensitized young people on their crucial roles in fostering gender equality, climate action, education, decent work and active citizenship and celebrated […]
