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Ebola: FG Directs Information Agencies to Intensify Enlightenment 

FG Directs Information Agencies to Intensify Enlightenment  – THISDAYLIVE

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, has directed agencies under his ministry to intensify public education on Ebola Virus Disease (EVD).

According to a statement issued by the minister’s Media Aide, Rabiu Ibrahim, the agencies include the National Orientation Agency (NOA), Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) and Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN).

Others are the Voice of Nigeria (VON) and the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN).

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) had confirmed a case of Ebola  involving a woman who recently travelled to Abuja from Uganda.

The woman is in isolation and receiving treatment, while health authorities have identified her contacts and are monitoring them.

The minister said: “The Federal Government is taking every necessary step to contain this case and protect Nigerians. Accurate and timely information is one of our strongest defences.

“Our agencies must reach every community, in every language, with clear facts on how Ebola spreads, how to protect ourselves and where to report suspected cases.”

Idris directed the agencies to collaborate with the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare and the NCDC to ensure all public information is verified and evidence-based.

He also tasked the NOA with deploying its nationwide offices for grassroots sensitisation, in collaboration with traditional and religious leaders, community groups and the media.

The minister urged Nigerians to remain calm, rely on official information and avoid spreading unverified claims on social media.

He advised members of the public to report suspected cases immediately by calling the NCDC’s toll-free, 24-hour emergency line on 6232. (NAN)

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Jobberman Nigeria, Nigeria’s leading career development and recruitment solutions company, has launched ‘Her Next Move’, a campaign designed to empower young Nigerian women with practical skills and confidence to pursue career opportunities and participate more fully in the workforce. 

Through free online training, the initiative supports women aged 18 to 35 as they prepare to enter the workplace, advance into better roles or explore freelance and gig work.

Built around the message ‘Your Future. Your Skills. Your Move’, the campaign places female inclusion at the centre of career development, encouraging women to take an active role in shaping their professional futures. It connects the ambition to progress with an accessible starting point: learning skills that can help women prepare for their next opportunity.

‘Her Next Move’ recognises that career progress looks different for every woman. For a graduate, it may mean preparing for a first job. For a woman already working, it may involve developing the skills to take on greater responsibility or pursue a new role. For another, it may mean understanding how to navigate freelance work and participate in the global gig economy. The campaign brings these aspirations together through a shared emphasis on learning, preparation and action.

This Initiative by Jobberman in partnership with Mastercard Foundation promotes two courses: Jobberman Soft Skills Training and Becoming a Successful Global Gig Worker. Both courses are free, with a free certificate upon successful completion.

Jobberman Soft Skills Training focuses on workplace readiness, helping participants build the professional skills needed to navigate work and prepare for career progression. Becoming a Successful Global Gig Worker introduces participants to the demands and opportunities of freelance and gig work, supporting women interested in exploring career paths beyond traditional employment.

By making the training and certification available at no cost, ‘Her Next Move’ reduces the financial barrier to participation and encourages more young women to invest in their professional development. Its focus extends from raising awareness of learning opportunities to helping participants follow through and complete their chosen course.

To bring the campaign to life, Jobberman is working with young creators who are sharing personal stories about ambition, career transitions and the role of learning in their journeys. Through videos, social media posts and follow-up conversations, the creators encourage young women to reflect on their own goals and identify the practical steps they can take towards them.

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‘Her Next Move’ reinforces Jobberman’s and Mastercard Foundation’s commitment to supporting career development and expanding access to learning for young Nigerian women. By combining free skills training with relatable storytelling and encouragement to take action, the campaign seeks to help more women feel prepared to pursue their ambitions.

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