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brandspurng. com > 06/09/2026 > nigerian-bottling-company-expands-youth-empowerment-initiative-admits-20-interns-for-2026-programme

Nigerian Bottling Company Expands Youth Empowerment Initiative, Admits 20 Interns For 2026 Programme

8+ hour, 56+ min ago  (334+ words) Nigerian Bottling Company (NBC), a member of the Coca-Cola HBC Group, has admitted 20 young Nigerians into the 2026 edition of its Youth Empowered Internship Programme, strengthening efforts to bridge the gap between academic learning and workplace readiness. The latest intake represents…...

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brandspurng. com > 06/02/2026 > ireland-announces-32-employment-permit-reforms-expands-access-for-foreign-workers-in-2026

Ireland Announces 32 Employment Permit Reforms, Expands Access For Foreign Workers In 2026

1+ week, 1+ hour ago  (102+ words) Brand Spur Brand Spur To balance labour market access with domestic employment protection, companies seeking to hire under newly created or renewed quota categories must now complete a Labour Market Needs Test before submitting applications. The Irish government says this…...

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brandspurng. com > 06/02/2026 > diageo-learning-for-life-programme-surpasses-target-with-over-300-lagos-youths-certified-in-hospitality-skills

Diageo Learning For Life Programme Surpasses Target With Over 300 Lagos Youths Certified In Hospitality Skills

1+ week, 9+ hour ago  (301+ words) Diageo has recorded a major milestone in its youth empowerment drive in Nigeria after its Learning for Life (L4 L) initiative in Lagos exceeded its initial enrolment target, certifying more than 300 young participants in hospitality and tourism-related skills. The programme, which was…...

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brandspurng. com > 05/29/2026 > diageo-nigeria-graduates-157-youths-in-hospitality-skills-programme-to-boost-employment-and-tourism-growth

Diageo Nigeria Graduates 157 Youths In Hospitality Skills Programme To Boost Employment And Tourism Growth

1+ week, 4+ day ago  (354+ words) Diageo Nigeria has graduated 157 young Nigerians under its Learning for Life skills development initiative, reinforcing efforts to tackle youth unemployment and strengthen workforce capacity within the hospitality and tourism sector. The graduation ceremony, held in Lagos, brought together government officials,…...

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brandspurng. com > 05/28/2026 > koladaisi-university-to-host-inaugural-career-fair-to-strengthen-talent-to-industry-pipeline

Kola Daisi University To Host Inaugural Career Fair To Strengthen Talent-to-Industry Pipeline

1+ week, 5+ day ago  (202+ words) Ibadan, Nigeria " Kola Daisi University (KDU) has announced plans to host its inaugural Career Fair on June 10, 2026, at its campus in Ibadan. The event is set to convene over 200 final-year students, alumni, and a diverse range of leading employers across…...

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brandspurng. com > 05/28/2026 > moniepoint-founder-tosin-eniolorunda-commits-%E2%82%A63-billion-to-innovation-hubs-in-oau-unn-and-abu

Moniepoint Founder Tosin Eniolorunda Commits "3 Billion To Innovation Hubs In OAU, UNN And ABU

1+ week, 5+ day ago  (142+ words) Brand Spur Brand Spur Tech entrepreneur and founder of Moniepoint, Tosin Eniolorunda, has unveiled a "3 billion investment to establish innovation hubs across three major Nigerian universities as part of efforts to deepen technology education and innovation in the country. The…...

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brandspurng. com > 05/22/2026 > fg-introduces-mandatory-drug-tests-for-secondary-school-students-across-nigeria

FG Introduces Mandatory Drug Tests For Secondary School Students Across Nigeria

2+ week, 4+ day ago  (250+ words) The Federal Government has unveiled a new nationwide policy mandating compulsory drug integrity tests for secondary school students as part of broader efforts to combat rising substance abuse among adolescents in Nigeria. Under the new education and health guidelines, students…...

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brandspurng. com > 05/12/2026 > federal-government-tightens-rules-on-honorary-degrees-to-safeguard-university-system-credibility

Federal Government Tightens Rules On Honorary Degrees To Safeguard University System Credibility

4+ week, 9+ hour ago  (350+ words) The Federal Government of Nigeria has rolled out sweeping reforms to curb the misuse of honorary degrees, introducing stricter controls aimed at restoring credibility, discipline and academic integrity within the country's university system. The new framework, approved by the Federal…...

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brandspurng. com > 05/05/2026 > moniepoint-hiring-controversy-sparks-concerns-over-ghost-job-listings-in-nigeria-fintech-sector

Moniepoint Hiring Controversy Sparks Concerns Over Ghost Job Listings In Nigeria Fintech Sector

1+ mon, 4+ day ago  (254+ words) Brand Spur'Brand Spur A viral social media post has ignited widespread debate over recruitment practices at Moniepoint, with allegations that some advertised roles may not be actively filled despite remaining open for extended periods The post, shared on X, included…...

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brandspurng. com > 04/24/2026 > rector-cares-foundation-launches-water-essay-competition-2-0-to-engage-south-west-secondary-school-students-on-water-related-diseases

Rector Cares Foundation Launches Water Essay Competition 2. 0 To Engage South-West Secondary School Students On Water-Related Diseases

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (364+ words) Lagos, Nigeria " Rector Cares Foundation has announced the launch of the second edition of its annual Water Essay Competition, inviting SS1 and SS2 students from secondary schools across Lagos, Ogun, Oyo, Osun, Ekiti, and Ondo States to submit essays on the theme…...

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