Investing In Nigeria’s Youth: MentorMe NewVoices Bootcamps
The New Voices Bootcamp, held on July 31st at Eco Hall, LASU Ojo Campus, in partnership with the Faculty of Social Sciences, Lagos State University (LASU), was a resounding success. The event fostered meaningful discussions and insights on the significance of student participation in shaping their communities and nation. The program featured a keynote session, […]
Introducing The Youth Research Network
Nigeria is a youth-rich nation, with nearly 60% of its population under the age of 25. This powerful demographic holds immense potential to reshape the country’s future yet remains largely disengaged from civic life. A major reason is the lack of access to civic education and limited understanding of governance structures, which results in apathy, […]
Brain Drain’s Impact on Nigerian Academia and Your Education
The exodus of Nigerian academics to foreign institutions and industries, connected to the general exit of skilled workers, termed the “Japa wave”, has reached crisis levels with over 50% of university lecturers resigning since 2022.
Margaret Ekpo Women Fellowship: Building the Next Generation of Female Leaders
Despite their significant contributions to Nigerian politics, women have long been marginalized in political appointments and elected positions. This disparity in representation between men and women ranks Nigeria among the worst in Africa, highlighting a systemic issue. Multiple factors contribute to this persistent gender gap, including financial barriers, deep cultural norms, opposition from male counterparts, […]
The New Voices Initiative: Building active citizens among youths
Introduction The New Voices Initiative, held on Saturday 10th August at Civic Hive, was a significant event aimed at empowering young individuals, particularly first-time voters, through comprehensive civic education. Organized by MentorMe Nigeria in partnership with Civic Hive and the EiE (Enough is Enough) Nigeria, the event featured a series of enlightening sessions led by […]
The Student Leaders Fellowship: MentorMe Nigeria Inducts 5 Fellows
Introduction MentorMe Nigeria is committed to empowering youth through mentorship programs and vocational training, regardless of their social background. Our aim is to enhance civic engagement, encourage academic achievement, promote entrepreneurship, and build professional skills. To date, MentorMe Nigeria has successfully completed three mentorship cohorts, paired over a 100 students with mentors from reputable organizations […]
