IDPs, PWDs to benefit as FG partners Mastercard Foundation on job creation

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The federal government has partnered with the Mastercard Foundation Fund, a non-governmental organisation , to create job opportunities for Nigerian youths.

Bio-Ibrahim said internally displaced persons and persons with disabilities , including men and women will benefit from the partnership programme. The minister said the funds from the partnership will be utilised to unlock enterprise growth and ensure sustainable businesses for Nigerians. On his part, Abraham Ndambuki, representative of the Mastercard Foundation, said the programme will last for seven years, adding that 20 African countries, including Nigeria, are beneficiaries.

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