Digital tools like Jobberman and MyJobMag gain popularity among young job seekers, offering relief from scattered listings and lengthy searches

Thousands of young graduates in Lagos are increasingly relying on job aggregation platforms to simplify their search for employment, as Nigeria’s fragmented labour market continues to frustrate new entrants. The trend became more evident in June 2026, with many citing digital tools such as Jobberman, MyJobMag, LinkedIn, and Indeed as crucial lifelines in their daily hunt for opportunities.

For Adaeze Okonkwo, a 2024 computer science graduate from the University of Lagos, the transition from campus to career has been marked by daily hours spent trawling multiple platforms and WhatsApp groups for job openings. “You start to feel like finding the job is harder than doing the job,” Okonkwo explained. Her experience mirrors that of millions of Nigerians navigating what experts describe as one of Africa’s most fragmented employment landscapes.

The issue stems from Nigeria’s vast but disjointed jobs market, where vacancies are advertised across numerous websites, social media groups, and company pages—often leading to missed opportunities and duplicated efforts for applicants. As at June 2026, youth unemployment remains a persistent concern despite ongoing government interventions and private sector initiatives aimed at stimulating job creation.

Industry observers note that the emergence of aggregation platforms is starting to consolidate scattered listings into single portals, making it easier for job seekers to access verified openings. While government officials have acknowledged the role of technology in bridging information gaps, some recruitment experts urge further regulation and improved transparency to protect applicants from scams or outdated postings.

As digital adoption rises among Nigeria’s youth population—now estimated at over 70 million according to NBS data—stakeholders expect competition among platform providers will drive further innovation. For graduates like Okonkwo, however, the immediate priority remains finding reliable channels to secure meaningful work amid an increasingly crowded field.

Source: https://guardian.ng/business-services/how-nigerian-job-seekers-are-using-aggregation-platforms-to-navigate-a-fragmented-market/

Organisers promise free access for underserved children as festival targets wider reach beyond Lagos in July 2026

The sixth edition of STEM Africa Fest, West Africa’s largest experiential science and technology festival for children and youth, will hold its flagship event at Landmark Event Centre, Lagos on Saturday, July 18, 2026. Organisers confirmed the expansion of the festival to multiple cities including Ilorin, Kwara State, to deepen access to hands-on STEM education nationwide.

With the theme ‘Building Future Innovators,’ this year’s festival aims to create immersive learning experiences for Nigerian children by exposing them to real-world applications of science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics (STEAM). Organisers say the event is designed to spark curiosity and problem-solving skills among young Nigerians while building a pipeline for future innovators.

At a media briefing in Lagos, Mrs Jadesola Adedeji, Co-organiser of STEM Africa Fest, restated the festival’s commitment to advancing practical STEM education in Nigeria. She said, “STEM Africa Fest was created to respond to the growing need to make STEM education more accessible, practical, and engaging for children across Nigeria. For too long, STEM learning has been perceived as abstract and disconnected from everyday experiences.” Adedeji noted that the festival now functions as a broader ecosystem-building platform connecting educators, innovators and partners across Africa.

Co-founder Titi Adewusi emphasised the focus on inclusion. “From inception, our goal has been to make participation as accessible as possible… At least 20% of attendees participate at no cost with transportation and feeding fully covered through our partners,” she said. Adewusi highlighted targeted efforts to reach public schools and NGOs while ensuring girls are empowered in STEM pathways.

According to UNESCO, Sub-Saharan Africa faces a persistent shortage of skilled STEM professionals due largely to limited access to practical science and technology education at early stages. In Nigeria specifically, this gap is visible in schools where theory-heavy curricula restrict exposure to applied innovation such as coding or robotics.

This year’s programme will feature interactive labs in robotics, coding challenges, AI workshops, drone technology sessions and science experiments. Career-focused panels will expose participants to global technology sectors while dedicated sessions for parents and teachers will explore integrating experiential learning into school curriculums.

Since launching in 2021, STEM Africa Fest has reached over 25,000 children and educators across Nigeria and other African countries including Ghana and Kenya. Organisers invite students, teachers and families nationwide; registration details are available via official festival channels and www.stemafricafest.com.

Source: https://www.pulse.ng/story/stem-africa-fest-returns-for-its-sixth-edition-to-champion-innovation-and-stem-education-in-nigeria-2026062514094140123

Commissioner Bode Ojajuni says arrests followed forensic probe after Olakitan Oyesiku and Pelumi Adetayo were found dead in Owode-Egba

Police in Ogun State have arrested three suspects linked to the killing of former Ogun State Television (OGTV) broadcaster, Olakitan Oyesiku, and her security guard, Pelumi Adetayo. The incident occurred at Oyesiku’s residence in Owode-Egba, Obafemi Owode Local Government Area, where both victims were discovered dead on 21 June.

According to Ogun State Commissioner of Police, Bode Ojajuni, the suspects were apprehended after detectives carried out intelligence gathering, technical tracking, and forensic analysis. Briefing journalists in Abeokuta on Thursday, Ojajuni explained that police officers attached to the Owode-Egba Division received a distress call around 4:00 p.m. on the day of the incident. They arrived to find the main entrance door partially damaged and the security post within the compound locked from outside.

“Preliminary information indicated that the front door of the residence had been partially damaged while the security house within the compound was found locked, prompting immediate police intervention,” Ojajuni said during the press briefing. He disclosed that Adetayo’s body was found inside the locked security post, while Oyesiku’s corpse was recovered within her apartment.

The double homicide has unsettled residents of Owode-Egba and media professionals in Ogun State, given Oyesiku’s status as a respected retired broadcaster with OGTV. Security concerns have heightened in recent months across parts of Ogun State as cases of violent crime continue to draw attention from government and civil society.

Ojajuni assured that investigations are ongoing to determine motives behind the killings and identify any additional conspirators. He urged members of the public to remain calm and provide useful information that could assist law enforcement agencies. As at press time, police have not released further details about the identities or confessions of those arrested.

Source: https://guardian.ng/news/nigeria/metro/police-arrest-three-over-death-of-former-ogtv-broadcaster/