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Now Open: Apply for the Youth Local Government Accountability Fellowship 2025

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5 days ago

August 14, 2025

Youth Local Government Accountability Fellowship (YLGA) 2025

The Youth Local Government Accountability Fellowship (YLGA) builds on the success of the Youth Civic Engagement Academy (YCEA) — a flagship program of the Spotlight for Transparency and Accountability Initiative.

This transformative fellowship is designed to strengthen youth civic engagement and participation in Nigeria, empowering the next generation of leaders to demand accountability, promote transparency, and drive positive change in their communities.

About the Fellowship

YLGA brings together young men, women, and persons with disabilities — including civic actors, grassroots activists, and members of civil society — from across Yobe State for:

A 2-day intensive Local Government Accountability Bootcamp

A 3-month leadership development program

Three months of one-on-one mentorship with seasoned sector experts

The design and implementation of community-based civic action projects

Participants will gain practical skills in:

Civic engagement & advocacy

Resource mobilization

Community organizing

Strengthening democratic participation at the grassroots level

Program Curriculum

Training modules will cover:

Social accountability & transparency

Local government administration

Gender mainstreaming & inclusion

Community organizing for action

Effective communication & storytelling

Policy advocacy & influence

Building and sustaining networks & coalitions

Resource mobilization strategies

Online & digital organizing

Program Support

The Youth Local Government Accountability Fellowship is supported by the Nigeria Youth Futures Fund (NYFF), reflecting a shared commitment to:

Advancing youth leadership and activism

Driving outcome-oriented policy engagement

Promoting inclusive resource allocation

Building capacity for long-term national development

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

Be a resident of Adamawa, Bauchi, Borno, Gombe, Taraba, or Yobe State

Be 18–29 years old

Show a genuine interest in fostering social accountability

Have basic knowledge or experience in civic engagement and local government operations

Commit to the 9-month intensive program

Benefits for Fellows

Selected fellows will receive:

Participation in a 2-day Bootcamp on Local Government Accountability

Access to a 3-month leadership development program

Three months of one-on-one mentorship with sector experts

Seed funding to implement a community-based project

Attendance at the Youth Idea Summit

Official certification upon program completion

Application Timeline

Opens: Monday, 11th August 2025

Closes: Monday, 25th August 2025

Apply Here: Click to Apply

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Retail Sales & Cash Management Executive (Female Applicants Only)

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49 minutes ago

August 19, 2025

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We’re looking for a smart, reliable, and customer-focused Sales Executive/Cashier to join our thriving retail outlet in Chevron, Lekki, Lagos.

Location: Chevron, Lekki, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: ₦100,000 Monthly

Key Responsibilities:

Process sales transactions accurately and efficiently.
Provide outstanding customer service and product assistance.
Maintain accurate daily sales and cash records.
Organize stock displays and ensure timely restocking.
Keep the sales area neat, organized, and inviting.
Report discrepancies or issues to the line manager promptly.
Support inventory and stock management activities.

Requirements:

HND or BSc in a relevant field.
2–3 years of proven experience in sales or cashier roles.
Excellent communication and basic arithmetic skills.
Honest, dependable, and detail-oriented.
Must live in or near Chevron, Lekki (applications outside this location will not be considered).

How to Apply:
Send your CV via WhatsApp to 0812 778 7352 with the job title as your subject.

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Office & Operations Coordinator – Growing Food & Gift Brand (Female Applicants Only)

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6 hours ago

August 19, 2025

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We are urgently recruiting a proactive and smart Admin Officer to join our thriving SME Food & Gift Company located in Ogudu. This role offers ₦80,000 monthly salary and accommodation for the right candidate.

Work Schedule: Tuesdays – Sundays

Key Responsibilities:

Support the Managing Director’s day-to-day operations.
Supervise team members and oversee smooth business operations.
Handle essential administrative functions.

Requirements:

OND/HND/B.A. in a related field or equivalent experience.
6 months – 1 year of prior relevant experience.
Computer literate and tech-savvy.
Highly proactive with excellent problem-solving and leadership skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

How to Apply:
Send your CV to [email protected] using the job title as the email subject.

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Apply Now: GET Compass Grant Program – Up to ₦150 Million for Nigerian MSMEs

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11 hours ago

August 19, 2025

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GET Compass Grant & GETAccelerated Program – Funding and Growth Support for Nigerian MSMEs

The Grooming Endowment Trust (GET) is pleased to announce the launch of the 4th cohort of its flagship GETAccelerated Program, a transformative initiative aimed at driving innovation and economic growth within Nigeria’s startup ecosystem.

Building on the success of previous cohorts — in which 20 startups received over ₦150 million in equity–free funding and business support — this year’s program will support 10 outstanding founders, providing them with the tools, funding, and resources needed to scale their ventures.

Alongside this, the GET Compass Grant Program offers up to ₦2,000,000 in equity-free grants for small and medium-sized businesses, empowering entrepreneurs to expand their operations and enhance business processes through targeted support programs.