Stakeholders in Nigeria’s employment ecosystem have called for coordinated action to tackle youth unemployment and expand access to decent jobs.
The call was made at the inaugural Partners’ Convening hosted by Jobberman Nigeria in Lagos under the Young Africa Works initiative with the Mastercard Foundation. The event brought together stakeholders from government, private sector, and development organisations to discuss scalable solutions for youth employment.
Participants emphasized the need for stronger collaboration between employers, training institutions, and policymakers, noting that fragmented efforts limit impact. They also highlighted the importance of expanding skills development and creating more inclusive employment pathways.
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Speaking at the event, representatives noted that partnership-driven programmes have already helped young Nigerians gain employment, start businesses, and build confidence through structured support systems.
The convening concluded with a renewed call for outcome-driven collaboration to create sustainable job opportunities for young people in Nigeria.
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