Korede Abdullah

Korede Abdullah is Southwest Correspondent for Africa Health Report, particularly focusing on health and development news. He has covered significant health-related stories and business to social issues, indicating a broad range of interests and expertise. He is a dedicated and versatile journalist contributing to informed discourse in Nigeria.

Makoko Demolitions Could Spark Humanitarian Crisis, Rights Group Warns Demolished homes in Makoko waterfront community, Lagos

Makoko Demolitions Could Spark Humanitarian Crisis, Rights Group Warns

Korede Abdullah January 18, 2026

LAGOS, Nigeria – A peacebuilding and human rights organisation warns that ongoing demolitions in Lagos’ Makoko waterfront...

Lagos Probes Death of Nine-Month-Old Twins Post-Vaccine Lagos Investigates Nine-Month-Old Twins’ Death After Vaccination

Lagos Probes Death of Nine-Month-Old Twins Post-Vaccine

Korede Abdullah January 17, 2026

LAGOS, Nigeria – The Lagos State Government has launched a full investigation, including autopsy, into the deaths...

Nigeria’s $9m Washington Lobbying: What It Means and Why It Matters Illustration showing Nigeria and United States flags symbolising diplomatic lobbying and foreign policy engagement.

Illustration showing Nigeria and United States flags symbolising diplomatic lobbying and foreign policy engagement.

Nigeria’s $9m Washington Lobbying: What It Means and Why It Matters

Korede Abdullah January 17, 2026

LAGOS, Nigeria – When reports emerged that Nigeria had committed about $9 million to lobbying firms in...

Anambra Adds Entrepreneurial Subjects to Schools to Boost Skills Anambra State launches entrepreneurial subjects in junior secondary schools

Anambra State launches entrepreneurial subjects in junior secondary schools

Anambra Adds Entrepreneurial Subjects to Schools to Boost Skills

Korede Abdullah January 16, 2026

LAGOS, Nigeria – The Anambra State Government introduces 15 entrepreneurial subjects into Junior Secondary Schools, aiming to...

Ondo Court Strike Forces Police to Release Suspects on Bail

Anambra Adds Entrepreneurial Subjects to Schools to Boost Skills By Korede Abdullah | Lagos The Anambra State Government introduces 15 entrepreneurial subjects into Junior Secondary Schools, aiming to equip students with practical skills and prepare them for self-reliance in a changing economy. The new curriculum, launched at Igwebuike Grammar School in Awka, covers solar installation, garment making, GSM repairs, agriculture and food processing, plumbing, bakery, hairstyling, digital literacy, information technology and robotics, among others. Officials say the move marks a shift from theory-driven learning to skills-based education designed to nurture creativity and innovation from an early age. Speaking at the launch, the Chairman of the Post-Primary Schools Service Commission, Professor Nkechi Ikediugwu, says the initiative responds to global economic realities. “In today’s rapidly changing world, education must go beyond theory and examinations to equip students with practical skills, creativity, innovation and an entrepreneurial mindset,” she says. Ikediugwu adds that the programme aims to raise “job and value creators, not job seekers”, positioning young people to contribute meaningfully to local economies. Also speaking, Cyril Nwuche of Nnamdi Azikiwe University describes the initiative as a foundation for long-term economic and social transformation. “Traditional academic instruction is no longer sufficient to prepare children for the future,” he says, noting that early exposure to vocational and digital skills improves adaptability. The policy follows Anambra’s recruitment of 8,115 teachers in October 2025, part of broader education reforms under Governor Chukwuma Soludo. Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, Chiamaka Nnake, says the recruitment supports improved learning outcomes and wider access to quality education. Education analysts say the introduction of entrepreneurial subjects at junior level could help address youth unemployment by aligning schooling with labour market needs. They note that sustained funding, teacher training and industry partnerships will be crucial to ensuring the programme delivers measurable impact across the state. SEO Package SEO Title: Anambra Adds Entrepreneurial Subjects to Junior Schools Meta Description: Anambra State introduces 15 entrepreneurial subjects in junior secondary schools to boost practical skills and youth self-reliance. Slug: anambra-entrepreneurial-subjects-junior-secondary-schools Focus Keyphrase: Anambra entrepreneurial subjects schools Tags: Anambra education, entrepreneurship, secondary schools, skills development Image Filename: anambra-schools-entrepreneurial-subjects.jpg Alt Text: Anambra State launches entrepreneurial subjects in junior secondary schools

Ondo Court Strike Forces Police to Release Suspects on Bail

Korede Abdullah January 16, 2026

LAGOS, Nigeria – The Ondo State Police Command warns that an ongoing court strike is undermining criminal...

Tinubu Approves Carbon Market Framework to Unlock $3bn Revenue “President Tinubu addressing judges at the 2025 conference in Abuja”

Tinubu Approves Carbon Market Framework to Unlock $3bn Revenue

Korede Abdullah January 15, 2026

LAGOS, Nigeria – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu approves the full rollout of Nigeria’s carbon market framework, a...

Nigeria Targets 4.7% Growth as FG Drives Investment-Led Economy Finance Minister Wale Edun addressing journalists on Nigeria’s cash transfer programme