In a resounding call to action that aligns perfectly with Nigeria’s ambitious digital agenda, Prince Gowon Enenche, a prominent entrepreneur and philanthropist, has announced a significant initiative to empower 250 Nigerian youths with in-demand tech skills. This visionary program, spearheaded by his G-One Foundation in collaboration with Life Seed, directly answers the urgent plea made by Dr. ‘Bosun Tijani, Minister of Communications, Innovation & Digital Economy, for stakeholders to invest in the nation’s digital future.

A Shared Vision for a Digital Nigeria

Minister Tijani’s strategic blueprint for “Nigeria’s Digital Destiny,” built on pillars of Knowledge, Policy, Infrastructure, Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Capital (IEC), and Trade, underscores the critical need for a digitally skilled workforce. His emphasis on harnessing “the transformative power of innovation and technology, coupled with the ingenuity of the Nigerian people,” resonates deeply with Prince Enenche’s lifelong commitment to community development and self-reliance.

“As a patriotic Nigerian with a passion for youth development, I embrace this call to action wholeheartedly,” stated Prince Enenche, whose roots trace back to the vibrant communities of Imane in Olamaboro Local Government Area and Angwa in Ankpa Local Government Area of Kogi State.

“The future of our nation hinges on our ability to equip our young people with the skills necessary to thrive in the global digital economy. This initiative is our contribution to building that future.”

Bridging the Digital Skills Gap: A Path to Prosperity

The urgency of this initiative is highlighted by stark realities: despite the ICT sector’s astounding 19.78% contribution to Nigeria’s GDP in Q2 2024, outpacing even oil and gas, a significant digital skills gap persists. Reports indicate this gap could cost Nigeria an estimated $11 billion annually in lost growth opportunities, with a 2023 GetBundi survey revealing that a staggering 85% of Nigerian graduates lack essential digital skills.

Prince Enenche’s program, operating through the Life Seed Ultimate ICT and Career Development Summer Bootcamp 2025, directly addresses this critical need. The ongoing bootcamp, which will run until January 2026, is meticulously designed to arm participants with high-demand tech skills, including:

Full Stack Web and Mobile App Development: Empowering the next generation of innovators to build groundbreaking digital solutions. Cybersecurity: Training digital guardians to protect Nigeria’s vital information infrastructure.

Digital and Online Marketing: Equipping youth to help Nigerian businesses expand their reach globally.

AI and Data Analysis: Fostering the ability to uncover insights and drive innovation across all sectors. Copywriting and Content Development: Cultivating master storytellers to shape narratives in the digital space.

The success stories of nations like India, Singapore, and Ireland serve as powerful blueprints for Nigeria. India’s transformation into a global IT powerhouse, Singapore’s relentless investment in digital skills, and Ireland’s strategic shift to a major European tech hub all underscore one undeniable truth: investing in a digitally skilled workforce is the most direct path to national prosperity. Many youth in these nations now earn in foreign currency, strengthening their economies through remittances, a model Prince Enenche envisions for Nigeria.

“We are not just offering training; we are offering a direct pathway to participation in global alignment and Minister Tijani’s strategic blueprint,” emphasised Prince Enenche.

“With youth unemployment being a significant challenge, acquiring these skills isn’t just about a better future for Nigeria; it’s about securing your future and enabling you to contribute to the economic growth and national development our country desperately needs.”

Prince Gowon Enenche’s journey is a testament to the power of combining business acumen with a profound commitment to community. From his early Islamic education in Kano to his studies in Political Science at Kogi State University and ongoing professional studies at the Institute of Professional Economists and Policy Management, his intellectual rigour is undeniable.

His entrepreneurial spirit, first manifested in mining and later diversifying into livestock management, culminated in the establishment of the G-1 Group, a diversified ecosystem spanning automobiles, real estate, and properties. These ventures are not merely commercial endeavours but engines of economic activity and opportunity.

However, it is his unwavering dedication to philanthropy that truly defines him. Rooted in strong family values, his commitment extends to tangible acts of transformative generosity through the G-One Foundation.

From renovating his alma mater and providing access to clean water to equipping youth with digital literacy and supporting the vulnerable, the Foundation is a vehicle for sustainable humanitarian impact, focused on poverty alleviation, educational empowerment, community development, and fostering self-reliance through skill acquisition.

The initiative to empower 250 youths in Kogi East and Abuja FCT stands as a powerful demonstration of Prince Enenche’s impactful leadership and his dedication to practical solutions for national challenges. It is a strategic positioning for national and potentially international recognition, highlighting a force for enduring positive change.

As the Life Seed Ultimate ICT and Career Development Summer Bootcamp 2025 continues its vital work, Prince Gowon Enenche invites more Nigerian youths to seize this unparalleled opportunity.

“We are not just building businesses; we are building futures. We are not just making a living; we are making a difference,” he declared.

“The future of Nigeria is digital, and it’s being built by young, skilled Nigerians like you.

Don’t miss this opportunity to be at the forefront of this exciting
transformation.”

Enrol in the Life Seed Ultimate ICT and Career Development Summer Bootcamp 2025 today and join Prince Gowon Enenche in building a truly prosperous digital Nigeria, together.

In recognition of its consistent dedication to student welfare, the Maikaya Development Foundation (MDF) has been honoured with the prestigious Award of Excellence as the Most Student-Friendly Supportive NGO in Nasarawa State.

The award was presented during the Students Outreach Program hosted by the Isah Mustapha Agwai I Polytechnic (IMAP), marking a high point in the institution’s efforts to foster student support through partnerships.

The foundation’s recognition follows its generous donation of food items and cash during IMAP’s “Campus Feeding” initiative. MDF’s Chief Operating Officer, Comrade Shuaibu Sani, led the presentation of the items, which included several bags of rice and cartons of noodles, aimed at easing the economic burden on students and ensuring their well-being on campus.

Speaking on behalf of the student body, the Face of IMAP, Comrade Daniel Bilkisu, lauded the Foundation for its enduring commitment to students’ needs. She highlighted MDF’s annual scholarship scheme, distribution of learning materials, and other educational interventions as life-changing initiatives. Students, she said, remain deeply grateful and committed to supporting MDF’s humanitarian mission.

The Maikaya Development Foundation, under the leadership of its visionary CEO, Dr. Muhammed Maikaya, continues to operate with the mantra “Leaving No One Behind.” The foundation’s focus on educational and community empowerment has made it a beacon of hope across Nasarawa State.

This latest accolade underscores MDF’s growing reputation as a dependable ally of students and a key player in advancing grassroots development in the region. The foundation has reaffirmed its commitment to deepening its impact on the lives of young Nigerians through sustained outreach and empowerment programs.

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has launched an immediate response to flash floods that struck parts of Maiduguri and Jere Local Government Areas following several hours of intense rainfall earlier today.

Acting through its Maiduguri Operations Office, NEMA swiftly activated its emergency response protocols upon receiving distress reports and mobilized a multi-agency rescue operation in collaboration with the Borno State Emergency Management Agency (BOSEMA), Federal Fire Service, Nigerian Police, State Fire Service, and other key stakeholders.

The flooding, which resulted from sustained downpours aggravated by poor drainage systems and building encroachments on natural water channels, caused severe disruptions across multiple communities. Hardest-hit areas include Bolori, behind the gas plants—where more than 20 households were inundated—Ibrahim Taiwo police station axis along Baga Road, Bulumkutu Kasuwa, Bulumkutu Abuja, and sections of Damboa Road.

Emergency responders were deployed to assist affected residents, clear debris, and assess damage. As of midday, floodwaters had significantly receded in most locations, with normalcy returning gradually to the communities.

However, NEMA warned that continued rainfall in the region poses an ongoing risk. The agency and its partners have ramped up surveillance and monitoring activities to provide early warning and ensure rapid response in the event of further flooding.

NEMA urged residents to remain alert, avoid dumping waste in drainage channels, and refrain from constructing structures along water pathways to reduce future risks.

The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has announced the successful migration of all telecommunications operators in Nigeria to its newly developed National Identification Number (NIN) verification platform, NINAuth.

According to a press release signed by the National Identity Management Commission Head of Corporate Communications, Dr. Kayode Adegoke, the Commission described the transition as a major milestone in its efforts to enhance the security, efficiency, and user experience of NIN verification services across the country.

Designed and implemented by NIMC’s IT/IDD department, the NINAuth platform enables seamless and uninterrupted identity verification, empowering Nigerians with greater control over their personal data. With this migration, telecom operators can now provide improved and continuous verification services to subscribers during SIM registration, SIM swaps, and related processes.

“This achievement underscores our commitment to placing the control of NIN data in the hands of its rightful owners—Nigerians,” said Engr. Lanre Yusuf, Director of IT/IDD at NIMC. “All telecommunications firms have now been successfully migrated to the new platform, and verification services are running smoothly.”

According to NIMC, the NINAuth platform boosts data protection, enhances convenience in accessing services, and ensures a more user-centric verification system.

While the platform is fully functional and accessible, the Commission noted that any challenges encountered by NIN holders related to new SIM registration, SIM swaps, SIM migration, or Welcome Back SIM services should be addressed directly to the respective telecommunications providers for prompt resolution.

NIMC reaffirmed its dedication to providing secure, efficient, and user-friendly digital identity services and pledged continued efforts to improve identity verification infrastructure nationwide.

The Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme, Dr Dennis Otuaro, has expressed deep appreciation to President Bola Tinubu for his huge support for the programme’s peacebuilding process in the Niger Delta.

Otuaro spoke on Wednesday while delivering his remarks at the opening ceremony for the second batch of the Leadership, Alternative Dispute Resolution and Media Training organised by the PAP for its stakeholders in collaboration with the Nigerian Army Resource Centre in Abuja.

The first batch of the three-day workshop took place from July 16 to July 18, 2025, at the same venue- the Nigerian Army Resource Centre.

He attributed Tinubu’s firm backing of the programme’s peacebuilding initiative to the president’s strong desire for sustainable peace, stability and development in the region and indeed Nigeria.

Otuaro said the President’s massive support for the PAP stemmed from his concern for a better and assured future for the people of the Niger Delta, stressing that “a better tomorrow for our region must be secured today through a deliberate peace process that is massively supported by the President.”

He told the participants that they were critical partners for peace and stability in the region and that the workshop was aimed at improving their leadership and mediation capacity as peace ambassadors of the programme.

Otuaro, while declaring the worskship open, said, “I am very grateful to His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for believing in the peacebuilding initiative undertaken by the PAP in our villages and communities in the Niger Delta.

“Mr President’s support has been tremendous, and it shows his profound commitment and dedication to peace, stability and security for the accelerated development and socio-economic advancement in our region.

“So, I want Niger Delta people and all stakeholders to thank Mr President for his remarkable support for the Presidential Amnesty Programme and the peace process that my leadership has embarked upon in our region.

“As stakeholders of the Presidential Amnesty Programme, you (the participants) are worthy ambassadors in the peacebuilding project in our region, and I want you to know that we all have a responsibility to also support Mr President by working assiduously for sustainable peace in and around our communities.”

He also extended profound gratitude to the Office of the National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, for his “tireless efforts at providing valuable inputs and interventions in the implementation of the programme’s objectives.”

He assured the participants and other Niger Delta stakeholders of his commitment to his policy of inclusivity, adding that plans were ongoing to empower the region’s women “because they were also casualties in the struggle.”

The PAP helmsman, therefore, urged the participants to shun all forms of distractions and take an active part in the training so they could gain vital lessons that would be useful to them in their roles as peace ambassadors.