Onyeka Nwobu’s Post

The national capacity building workshop on the care economy in Nigeria in celebration of the international day of care and support was a convergence of NGOs, CSO, Care practitioners, donor agencies, public & private sector professionals hosted by the UN Women Nigeria and Government of Nigeria Unpaid care work is a widely misunderstood concept in the nation without an existing policy framework, adequate data, economic opportunities that are being leveraged to support the recognition, redistribution & reduction of unpaid care work in Nigeria. There is a vast difference economical opportunity that the nation is currently not benefiting from when it comes to paid care work. It is therefore time to amplify an understanding of the concept as well as engage the relevant stakeholders to map out the way forward for the nation in this regard in order to tap into the potential billion naira industry that would create jobs and economic power for diverse citizens especially women. It was a pleasure to listen to the perspectives and data provided by professionals with an understanding of the key concepts and implications of care work as well as networks with so many practitioners over the 2 day period. Dr. Vanessa Phala-Moyo, Country Director of the International Labour Organization office for Nigeria, Ghana, Liberia & Sierra Leone. Dr Muriel AMETOGLO, Regional Feminist Economist UN Women West & Central Africa Regional Office in Senegal. Dr Chukwuemeka Onyimadu, Feminist economist, UN Women Nigeria Office Dr Emem Omokaro, Director General, National Senior Citizens Centre As well as representatives from the @Ministry of Women Affairs, @Ministry of Budget & Economic Planning, Nigerian Bureau of Statistics, as well as the National Social Safety Net Coordinating Office. #careeconomy #unwomenng

Last week's meetings organized by USAID in Cameroon provided valuable insights into the pivotal roles of youth and women in driving economic progress. Interactions with young entrepreneurs and government officials underscored their resilience and commitment amid obstacles. The key lesson learned: effective communication is essential. Regular and timely communication from the GoC and across different sectors is paramount for sustainable growth. #Cameroon #EconomicGrowth #YouthEmpowerment #WomeninBusiness 🌍🚀

@speakerabbas #Nigeria faces several pressing challenges to sustainable development and the goal of “leaving no one behind.” Addressing these challenges-:poverty, inequality, healthcare, education, and climate resilience.requires strategic partnerships, especially among government, parliament, private sectors, and civil society, with a focus on both national and global sustainable development frameworks. 1. #Poverty and Inequality Despite being Africa's largest economy, Nigeria has one of the highest poverty rates globally, with over 40% of its population living below the poverty line. This disparity is compounded by regional inequalities, with the northern regions facing particularly high poverty and limited access to services. 2. #Healthcare Access and Pandemic Resilience Nigeria's healthcare system faces severe shortages in resources, healthcare personnel, and infrastructure. This affects maternal and child health outcomes and leaves the population vulnerable to outbreaks, as evidenced during the COVID-19 pandemic. Parliamentary Role: 3. #Education and Skill Development Millions of Nigerian children remain out of school due to various factors, including insecurity, cultural barriers, and inadequate funding. Additionally, the lack of technical and vocational education limits economic opportunities for youth. 4. #Climate Change and Environmental Sustainability Nigeria faces a range of environmental challenges, from desertification in the north to rising sea levels in coastal areas, which exacerbate poverty and displacement. Climate change also affects agricultural productivity, crucial for rural livelihoods and food security. 5. #Security and Governance Insecurity, particularly in the form of terrorism and banditry in northern Nigeria, severely disrupts access to education, healthcare, and economic activities. #Women’s active participation in politics is vital to achieving inclusive, sustainable development solutions. As decision-makers & legislators, women bring unique perspectives that address the needs of underserved groups. Women’s active role in Nigerian politics is essential for crafting solutions that are more inclusive, effective, and responsive to the diverse needs of the population. Increasing the representation of women in parliament and decision-making bodies is a powerful way to strengthen Nigeria's development goals and build a more resilient and equitable society.

**A Small Girl with a Big God** At the 2nd National Development Coordinating Committee, as The NDCC Youth Rep. I made two key interventions to the NDCC (The highest level coordinating body for national development in Zambia 🇿🇲 ). 1. First, I urged the New Dawn Government under the able leadership of H.E President Hakainde Hichilema, and encouraged its Cooperating partners to accelerate the repeal and replacement of the archaic National Youth Development Council - Zambia Act of 1986, CAP 144 of the laws of Zambia. As Zambia Turns 60, Our young people have waited long enough for legislation that truly supports their energy, growth, potential, and dreams. I wish to thank the NDCC Chair, The Secretary to the Cabinet Mr. Patrick K, for his acknowledgment of the delay and his sincere apology to Zambia’s youth. This gesture and assurance from the Head of the Civil Service is a step in the right direction—and now, we need swift and decisive action! 2. Secondly, I addressed the critical need for stronger collaboration between Civil Society and GRZ in managing our National Development Plans. Without a united front, we risk missing out on the incredible impact we can make together. I proposed the introduction of a dedicated patriotic and non-partisan liaison/focal person within the civil service to work closely with ALL civil society (including Movements). This role would foster clearer communication between citizens , leaders and Government , better coordination, and a more cohesive approach to development. Our progress depends on collaboration and collective action, and it’s time to bridge this gap, for the good of our nation! The NDCC is the highest-level coordinating body for national development planning in Zambia. It is chaired by the Secretary to the Cabinet and serves as the central platform where senior government officials, development cooperating partners, and representatives from various socioeconomic sectors, including the private sector and civil society, come together. The committee plays a critical role in shaping, guiding, and reviewing the implementation of Zambia’s National Development Plans (NDPs) to ensure that the country’s development goals are achieved effectively. 🇿🇲🇿🇲🇿🇲 #Queen #2026ZambiasYouthDecide #GirlsGonePolitical #Godfidence #Zambia #SpeakTruthToPower #SecuringZambiasBag #Zambiaat60

🌍 ✨ Empowering young adolescents to advocate for, and take action on the SDGs by the United Nations is essential for fostering a sustainable, equitable, and prosperous future. It ensures that the next generation is prepared, motivated, and equipped to continue the work towards achieving these global goals. With the opportunity afforded me through my participation in the SDG Advocacy Programme by UN SDSN Youth - Nigeria and SDSN Youth by extension, I explicitly taught the key components of the 2030 agenda to these young change makers of Anglican Comprehensive Secondary School, Kubwa, Abuja Nigeria. The key components of the 2030 agenda being: 1. People 👫 End poverty and hunger in all forms, ensuring that all human beings can fulfill their potential in dignity and equality and in a healthy environment. 2. Planet 🌎 Protect the planet from degradation through sustainable consumption and production, managing natural resources, and taking urgent action on climate change to support the needs of present and future generations. 3. Prosperity 💰 Ensuring that all people can enjoy prosperous and fulfilling lives and that economic, social, and technological progress occurs in harmony with nature. 4. Peace ☮️ Promote peaceful, just, and inclusive societies free from fear and violence. As there can be no sustainable development without peace, and no peace without sustainable development. 5. Partnership ♾️ Global partnership for sustainable development, based on a spirit of strengthened global solidarity, focused on the needs of the poorest and most vulnerable, and with the participation of all countries, stakeholders, and people. These young change makers also took a pledge to promote and educate others around them about the SDG goals. With so much to look forward to, and as we approach 2030, I commit to helping young individuals interested in making active contributions to the attainment of the global goals, understand the dynamics and core principles, while also helping them find their place as they engage. ✨🤍🌍 #sdggoals #2030agenda #nopoverty #zerohunger #genderequality #reducedinequalities #goodhealthandwellbeing #climateaction

By actively participating in politics, #Nigerian #women can help ensure that the country’s approach to sustainable development aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (#SDGs), particularly those focused on #gender #equality, #health, #education, and #environmental sustainability. As more women become involved in shaping #policies and #programs, they can help create a framework that promotes #inclusive growth and a fairer distribution of #resources, ensuring that no one is left behind.

The 2024 Independent day for Nigeria has come and gone in the same light of Agony 😔 In light of the upcoming LGA election in Akwa Ibom State, it is imperative to point out the need for inclusive governance and the importance of empowering grassroot women. Statistics shows that Countries with higher female political participation tend to have better social outcomes. A country like Rwanda, where 61% of parliamentarian are women, has seen improvements in health and education policies (World Bank, 2020). Statistics shows that female literacy rate in Nigeria stands at 59.4% (UNESCO, 2020), with significant disparities in rural areas, where women's access to education is even lower. Even when there's a slight Swift in women involvement in the Nigerian politics, we can not get the desired results if we are not international about Inclusive Governance through Grassroots Representation. It will interest you to know that Grassroots women can influence policy by participating in local decision-making bodies in local governance which can lead to inclusive and gender-sensitive policies. Is it proven that Women in leadership are more likely to prioritize issues like healthcare, education, and family welfare, which are essential for sustainable development, Women’s leadership at the grassroots level can lead to more inclusive economic policies that benefit entire communities, particularly in agriculture, education, and healthcare sectors. Building support for female leadership and governance amongst grassroots women is essential for achieving a more inclusive and sustainable Nigeria. By addressing barriers, fostering networks, and promoting inclusive policies, grassroots women can drive change and contribute to national development goals. #thinkinclusivegovernance #thinkgrassrootwonebempowernent #Edidiong #2024AKSlgaelection

In light of Senegal, Burkino Faso, and Kenya, what the #Nigeria government is doing to 1. Empower Youths 2. Address socio-economic concerns 3. Open up channels of communications To facilitate dialogue directly between the government and the Nigerian Youths in the face of 1. Consistently rising inflation and a lack of economic opportunities 2. Concerns about government accountability 3. Palpable social tension At -32:16 the Minister started to address 10,000+ youth listeners on X (formerly Twitter). In answering questions from the youth audience, the Hon. Minister of Youth Development emphasized improvement in leveraging media, strategic communication, and Ministry funding issues as well as NYIF budget/ spending accountability. Listen in. https://lnkd.in/gDtctqmi For updates on the NYIF funds and participating in the daily Ministry of Youth Development and Nigerian Youth Dialogues- Follow X Handles: HMID_ Nigeria and NYIF_NG At another meeting, the Minister for the Nigeria Ministry of Youth Development articulated the immediate achievements of President Tinubu's administration, including the 30% Youth Quota for all federal appointments; the approved National Youth Development Bank; and the 110 billion naira Nigerian Youth Investment Fund (NYIF) program to foster youth enterprise and economic development via disbursement of Initial Seed Capital. https://lnkd.in/gnmaxxMQ *NYIF was initiated by former President Buhari, and reviewed and approved again by current President Tinubu in line with the Ministry of Youth Development’s consistent agenda to push for Youth Empowerment, Innovation, and Economic Development. **The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) is responsible for Nigerian business registratio. For those who intend to apply for NYIF business registration is required. 100K application for NYIF has been submitted within 72 hours of relaunch. Meanwhile, the Ministry of Youth Development, kickstarted a national youth dialogue yesterday, starting with the North Central Youth Stakeholder’s Town Hall Meeting with organizations including NYCN and NANS. https://lnkd.in/gKi3VqQy #Africa #AfCFTA #AU #AfricanYouthEngagement

In celebration of Africa Union Day, we are proud to highlight the extraordinary impact of The Challenges Group across the African continent. Our mission on the continent is to empower African enterprises to realise their full potential, fostering sustainable growth and community development through strategic partnerships, capacity building, and innovation. This is done through our sites at Challenges Uganda, Challenges Ghana, Challenges Malawi, Challenges Rwanda and Challenges Zambia. Aligned with this year's theme, "Educate an African fit for the 21st Century: Building resilient education systems for increased access to inclusive, lifelong, quality, and relevant learning in Africa," our efforts support Sustainable Development Goal 4 by ensuring quality education and promoting lifelong learning for all. Our training programs provide learning and leadership services that help individuals gain experience, confidence, and decent work, connecting them to employers and industry. We focus on supporting young people, women, and those facing additional barriers, such as displaced individuals and persons with disabilities. By investing in the youth and supporting local entrepreneurs, we aim to create a brighter, more inclusive, equitable, and prosperous future for Africa. Join us in our mission as we support Africa to learn, grow, and lead. #AfricaDay #ChallengesGroup #ChallengesGhana #Challengesmalawi #ChallengesRwanda #ChallengesUganda #ChallengesZambia #EnterpriseDevelopment #SustainableGrowth #ChallengesGroup #ExtraordinaryImpact