The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has issued an official reminder to secondary school principals across Nigerian states concerning the 2026 WASSCE for School Candidates registration deadline. In a circular dated 6th January, 2026, and signed by the Branch Controller, M. A. Akhanemeh, WAEC warned that the registration window for the 2026 May/June WASSCE will…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the launch of the National Health Fellows Programme, a new initiative designed to strengthen healthcare delivery across all 774 local government areas in Nigeria. The programme will engage young Nigerian professionals to support health systems at the grassroots level. The initiative will operate under the Sector Wide Approach (SWAp)…
The Office of the Kogi Central Senatorial District has officially opened applications for the Electric Motor Vehicle Technical Training Programme under its Operate and Own empowerment scheme. The initiative is targeted at indigenes and residents of Kogi Central who are interested in acquiring practical technical skills while building a sustainable source of income through clean…
The Federal Government of Nigeria, through the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), has released an updated list of approved and licensed digital loan apps for Nigerians. The move is aimed at protecting Nigerians from illegal loan operators, improving transparency, and ensuring that only properly regulated digital lenders operate within the country’s fast-growing fintech…
The National Health Fellows (NHF) programme has officially commenced the Cohort 2 physical interview stage nationwide this week. This phase marks the final step in the NHF 2.0 selection process. NHF has congratulated all candidates who made it to this stage, commending their commitment to contributing to the strengthening of Nigeria’s health system. The Federal…
The Federal Ministry of Education, in partnership with Oxford-TVET, has officially opened applications for the Innovation Development and Effectiveness in the Acquisition of Skills (IDEAS) Project, a flagship Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programme aimed at equipping unemployed Nigerian youths with practical, market-driven skills. This phase of the programme focuses on Solar and…
Samsung Graduate Internship Programme 2026 is now open to all interested and qualified Nigerian graduates. Samsung Electronics West Africa (SEWA) has officially announced its 2026 Graduate Internship Programme, offering young Nigerian graduates a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience with one of the world’s leading technology companies. This is a full-time, 11-month paid graduate internship…
The Aspire Leaders Program 2026 stands out as one of the most inclusive and transformative global leadership opportunities available to Nigerian students today. Tailored especially for first–generation and low–income undergraduates, it offers top–tier leadership development, personalised mentorship from world-class experts, and valuable international exposure all completely free and delivered entirely online. This makes it perfectly…
Cybersecurity is a fast-growing tech globally, and the barrier to entry is lower than most people think. You do not need a university degree to start. With the right online certifications, Nigerian students can access remote jobs, internships, freelance work, and even visa-sponsored roles in countries like the UK, Canada, Germany, and the US. High-Paying…
The 2026 BD&SW Memorial Scholarship Program is now open to undergraduate students across Africa who are facing financial hardship but are determined to complete their education. The scholarship is designed to provide targeted financial support to students who genuinely need assistance in order to remain enrolled and focused on their academic goals. Established in memory…
The Management of LAUTECH Teaching Hospital, Ogbomoso, Oyo State, has officially announced an internal job vacancy for qualified staff members. According to a memo issued by the Office of the Director of Administration and dated 9th January, 2026, the hospital is inviting interested and qualified staff to apply for the position of Assistant Executive Officer…
The Federal Government has started disbursing the ₦10,000 monthly stipend to beneficiaries of the National Directorate of Employment (NDE) Renewed Hope Employment Initiative (RHEI) for January 2026. Reports confirm that trainees who completed their training and successfully uploaded their bank account details on the NDE portal have started receiving payment. The January stipend payments commenced…
The Federal University of Agriculture and Technology, Okeho (FUNATO) has officially announced a large-scale recruitment exercise for both Academic and Non-Teaching staff across multiple colleges, faculties, and administrative units of the university. This recruitment is part of the university’s drive to strengthen its workforce and build a strong academic and professional team capable of delivering…
The Federal Government of Nigeria, through its Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) initiative, has launched a new Cinematography Training Programme designed to equip Nigerians with practical, job-ready skills in film and video production. This programme is being implemented in partnership with Digital Dreams and focuses on hands-on, industry-relevant training that prepares participants for…
Are you a fresh graduate in Nigeria looking to start your career in the fast-growing fintech industry? The PalmPay Graduate Trainee Programme 2026 is now open, offering young Nigerians a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience, professional mentorship, and real industry exposure in one of the country’s leading digital financial services companies. PalmPay, a mobile…
The Kwara State Hospitals Management Board has announced the commencement of a new recruitment exercise to engage qualified nurses and midwives for deployment across government-owned health facilities in the state. The recruitment is aimed at strengthening healthcare service delivery in general hospitals and cottage hospitals across Kwara State by filling existing manpower gaps with competent…
The Dangote Group has launched a major recruitment drive ahead of 2026, opening over 40 job positions across its cement, food, and corporate business units. This hiring initiative is part of the company’s ongoing expansion strategy and commitment to strengthening its workforce across Nigeria and selected international locations. According to the company, the recruitment exercise…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially commenced the 2nd phase of the Nationwide Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise across Nigeria. The process began with an online registration phase starting from January 5, 2026, until April 17, 2026, through the online INEC portal. After completing the online registration, applicants are expected to visit any…
The Rivers State Government has approved a Youth Agribusiness Training Programme aimed at empowering young indigenes with practical agricultural and entrepreneurial skills to drive food security and economic growth across the state. The approval was granted by the Governor of Rivers State, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, GSSRS, and formally announced in a statement issued on Monday…
Nigeria’s newly implemented tax law is now in force, and it is already changing how individuals and businesses handle income, tax compliance, and financial decisions. To help the public understand these changes, MarketplaceHub, in collaboration with Lighthouse Christian Outreach Centre, is hosting a live online training session on Nigeria’s New Tax Law. The session will…
Rising school and living expenses have made it increasingly difficult for many female students to stay focused on their education. To ease this burden, a monthly financial support initiative has been introduced to assist ladies currently enrolled in school who genuinely need help to sustain their academic journey. This initiative provides continuous monthly assistance, allowing…
The Idris Ajiboye Foundation Scholarship 2026 is now open for applications, offering ₦300,000 financial support to deserving Nigerian students who demonstrate academic potential and financial need. This initiative is launched by the Idris Ajiboye Foundation, a non-profit organisation committed to empowering students through education and advocacy. This scholarship is designed to ease the financial burden…
The Adewuyi Research Animal Foundation (ARA Foundation) has announced the opening of its January–February 2026 Research Grant Phase, making a total of ₦1,000,000 available to Nigerian biomedical researchers conducting animal-based scientific studies. This funding initiative is created to strengthen ethical, high-quality biomedical research in Nigeria by supporting students and early-career researchers who rely on animal…
Applications are now open for the AU EU Youth Action Lab Entrepreneurship Grant, a major funding opportunity supporting youth-led organisations and social enterprises working to expand economic opportunities for young people across Africa and Europe. The grant provides up to €30,000 to eligible organisations building responsible, sustainable, and income-generating solutions that tackle youth unemployment, economic…
The Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN), in collaboration with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), has launched a nationwide initiative to provide free CAC registration for 250,000 Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across Nigeria. This intervention removes the usual CAC registration fee, often a major obstacle for informal businesses and encourages…
