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UNDP, AFS Hub Train 200 Women and Youths in Renewable Energy Systems
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), in collaboration with AFS Vocational Hub, has announced the training of 200 youths and women in renewable energy systems through the Comprehensive Vocational Training in Renewable Solar Energy Systems (VTRES) initiative.
AFS Vocational Hub Programme Manager Ndueso Eno, in a statement on Sunday, said the initiative is targeted at tackling unemployment and driving the nation’s transition to clean and sustainable energy solutions.
While a total of 1,000 beneficiaries are expected to participate in this initiative, the first 200 participants are being trained on the design, installation, operation, and maintenance of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems.
The program aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), and 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure).
The eight-week training, which officially commenced on Monday, October 7, 2024, at AFS Vocational Hub, integrates instruction on solar PV systems with entrepreneurship, soft skills, and digital marketing, thereby promoting economic inclusion and growth.
UNDP National Programme Specialist Lady Clare Henshaw said the program was designed to empower young people, unemployed and underemployed individuals, women, and persons with disabilities, equipping them with critical skills to actively engage in the renewable energy sector.
She encouraged participants to seize the opportunity and highlighted the global shift towards a greener economy, with solar energy emerging as a leading source.
“This training is a vital step towards achieving sustainable development in Nigeria. By empowering youths and women with practical skills in renewable energy, we are not only tackling unemployment but also driving the nation’s transition to clean and sustainable energy solutions,” she added.
The Managing Partner of AFS Vocational Hub, Babafemi Oladosu, said, they are proud to partner with UNDP Nigeria to provide quality vocational training that equips participants with the tools they need to succeed.
The provision of startup packs ensures they can immediately apply their skills and start building careers in this critical sector.”
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Airtel launches data calculator to counter depletion complaints
Commenting on the significance of the launch, Dinesh Balsingh, Chief Executive Officer, Airtel Nigeria, said that the company remains focused on building a network and customer experience ecosystem anchored on trust, transparency and continuous improvement.
Airtel Nigeria has launched the Airtel Web Data Calculator, a new digital tool designed to help customers estimate and better understand their internet data consumption based on real-life usage patterns.
Available through Airtel’s website, the calculator enables customers to estimate data usage across common digital activities such as video streaming, social media engagement, voice and video calls, and everyday web browsing.
Speaking on the launch, Oladokun Oye, Customer Experience Director, Airtel Nigeria, said that the initiative reflects Airtel’s commitment to customer empowerment and service transparency.
“As Nigerians become increasingly dependent on digital services for work, education, entertainment and communication, it is important that customers have clear visibility into how their data is consumed.
The Airtel Web Data Calculator was developed to help our customers understand their usage patterns better, make informed choices, and enjoy greater confidence in their digital experience,” he said.
Commenting on the significance of the launch, Dinesh Balsingh, Chief Executive Officer, Airtel Nigeria, said the company remains focused on building a network and customer experience ecosystem anchored on trust, transparency and continuous improvement.
“The future of telecommunications will be defined not only by network investments but also by how effectively operators help customers understand and manage their digital lives. The Airtel Web Data Calculator represents a practical innovation that places more information and control directly in the hands of our customers.” He said.
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Kingsley Moghalu chairs Bluecode Africa subsidiary in Nigeria
Moghalu served as Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria from 2009 to 2014, heading the Financial System Stability and Operations Directorates at different periods.
Bluecode Africa, the European payments infrastructure operator backed by leading US and European institutional investors, has named Prof Kingsley Chiedu Moghalu as Chairman of the Advisory Board of its Nigerian subsidiary, Bluecode Payments Nigeria Limited as the company formally enters the Nigerian market.
The appointment was jointly announced by Chris Pirkner, Founder of Bluecode, and Odin Krismayr, Managing Director of Bluecode Africa, who described it as a foundational governance decision for the company’s Nigerian and continental operations.
Moghalu served as Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria from 2009 to 2014, heading the Financial System Stability and Operations Directorates at different periods.
He led the team that introduced the unique-identifier Bank Verification Number (BVN), enrolling 50 million banking users, simplifying Know Your Customer (KYC) procedures, and doubled Nigeria’s financial inclusion rate from 33 to 60 per cent.
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