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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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. […]
2024: Our Year Round Up
“Young people should be at the forefront of global change and innovation. Empowered, they can be key agents for development and peace. If, however, they are left on society’s margins, all of us will be impoverished. Let us ensure that all young people have every opportunity to participate fully in the lives of their societies.” […]
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 […]
NGYouthSDGs participates in the Leave No One Behind Partnership Exploration Workshop
As part of NGYouthSDG’s commitment to foster youth inclusion in the attainment of the global goals ensuring that no one is left behind, the programme’s associate (Boluwatife Ajayi) attended a Two-day Leave No One Behind (LNOB) partnership meeting on the 1st and 2nd November 2023 in Abuja, Nigeria. The purpose of the meeting was to […]
