{"id":6496,"date":"2024-05-16T01:46:53","date_gmt":"2024-05-15T21:46:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.matsh.co\/en\/?p=6496"},"modified":"2024-05-16T01:48:33","modified_gmt":"2024-05-15T21:48:33","slug":"male-vs-female-career-choices-among-nigerian-youth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/matsh.co\/en\/male-vs-female-career-choices-among-nigerian-youth\/","title":{"rendered":"Male vs Female Career Choices among Nigerian Youth"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Do young Nigerians pick different jobs because of their gender? We&#8217;re going to look into this interesting subject. We will see how <a href=\"http:\/\/krepublishers.com\/02-Journals\/JSS\/JSS-16-0-000-000-2008-Web\/JSS-16-1-000-000-2008-Abst-Text\/JSS-16-1-035-08-503-Salami-S-O\/JSS-16-1-035-08-503-Salami-S-O-Tt.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">sociocultural influences<\/a>, education, and job trends impact the career choices of Nigeria&#8217;s young people.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"http:\/\/krepublishers.com\/02-Journals\/JSS\/JSS-16-0-000-000-2008-Web\/JSS-16-1-000-000-2008-Abst-Text\/JSS-16-1-035-08-503-Salami-S-O\/JSS-16-1-035-08-503-Salami-S-O-Tt.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">1<\/a><\/sup><\/p>\n<h3>Key Takeaways<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Explore the <b>gender disparities<\/b> in <b>career aspirations<\/b> among Nigerian youth<\/li>\n<li>Understand the sociocultural factors influencing career choices<\/li>\n<li>Analyze the impact of <b>educational opportunities<\/b> and access on career paths<\/li>\n<li>Examine the role of <b>workforce trends<\/b> and gender dynamics<\/li>\n<li>Identify barriers and challenges faced by young Nigerians in their career journeys<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Introduction to Career Choices Among Nigerian Youth<\/h2>\n<p>Finding the right path in careers is key for Nigerian youth. It&#8217;s all about the jobs and roles people take on over their lives.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ajol.info\/index.php\/actas\/article\/view\/244930\/231692\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">2<\/a><\/sup> Making smart career choices can shape the lives of young Nigerians and the whole society.<\/p>\n<h3>Defining Careers and Career Choices<\/h3>\n<p>Career choices are the paths people choose for their work life. These include what job they want, their education goals, and future aims.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ajol.info\/index.php\/actas\/article\/view\/244930\/231692\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">2<\/a><\/sup> Their choices come from what they&#8217;re good at, their education, and the world around them.<\/p>\n<h3>Importance of Career Choice for Individuals and Society<\/h3>\n<p>Choosing the right career is big for more than just the person. It can make Nigeria stronger and wealthier.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ijose.unn.edu.ng\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/224\/2024\/03\/Paper-38-191.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">3<\/a><\/sup> The right career brings happiness, steady income, and helps the nation grow.<\/p>\n<h3>Factors Influencing Career Choices<\/h3>\n<p>Many things affect career choices. These include <em>gender disparity<\/em>, <em>career preferences<\/em>, <em>youth aspirations<\/em>, <em>social norms<\/em>, <em>cultural influences<\/em>, <em>education access<\/em>, <em>gender stereotypes<\/em>, and <em><a href=\"https:\/\/matsh.co\/en\/diversity-management-how-can-it-help-grow-your-business\/\">workforce diversity<\/a><\/em>.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ajol.info\/index.php\/actas\/article\/view\/244930\/231692\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">2<\/a><\/sup> Knowing how these factors work together is key to helping Nigerian youth succeed in their careers.<\/p>\n<h2>Gender Disparities in Career Aspirations<\/h2>\n<p>In the past, all jobs in Nigeria were thought to be equally important. But when the public service was introduced, it became more valued. Thus, young Nigerians started to prefer government jobs.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tudr.org\/1774\/1\/Influence%20of%20Gender.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">4<\/a><\/sup><\/p>\n<h3>Traditional Gender Roles and Societal Norms<\/h3>\n<p>Nigeria&#8217;s culture deeply impacts what jobs young people want.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tudr.org\/1774\/1\/Influence%20of%20Gender.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">4<\/a><\/sup> Still today, what we expect boys and girls to do affects their choices.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ajmrd.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/C291625.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">5<\/a><\/sup> For example, more girls aim to be nurses than doctors.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ajmrd.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/C291625.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">5<\/a><\/sup><\/p>\n<h3>Educational Opportunities and Access<\/h3>\n<p>Where boys and girls end up job-wise also depends on <b>education opportunities<\/b>.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ajmrd.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/C291625.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">5<\/a><\/sup> UNESCO says more girls go into teaching, nursing, and similar fields. Boys, on the other hand, choose science and technology more often.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ajmrd.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/C291625.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">5<\/a><\/sup> To level this, early support for girls in science and tech is crucial.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ajmrd.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/C291625.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">5<\/a><\/sup><\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-6499\" title=\"socioeconomic factors\" src=\"https:\/\/matsh.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/socioeconomic-factors-1024x585.jpg\" alt=\"socioeconomic factors\" width=\"1024\" height=\"585\" srcset=\"https:\/\/matsh.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/socioeconomic-factors-1024x585.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/matsh.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/socioeconomic-factors-300x171.jpg 300w, https:\/\/matsh.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/socioeconomic-factors-768x439.jpg 768w, https:\/\/matsh.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/socioeconomic-factors.jpg 1344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Breaking down the role of economics, diversity, and empowerment is key to figuring out why Nigerians pick certain careers.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ajmrd.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/C291625.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">5<\/a><\/sup> Solving these <b>gender differences<\/b> will make Nigeria&#8217;s job market fairer and more open.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ajmrd.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/C291625.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">5<\/a><\/sup><\/p>\n<h2>Male vs Female Career Choices among Nigerian Youth<\/h2>\n<p>In Nigeria, the career choices of young people differ based on gender. A study looked at 581 students in senior secondary school. Of these, 275 were males and 306 were females.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"http:\/\/krepublishers.com\/02-Journals\/JSS\/JSS-16-0-000-000-2008-Web\/JSS-16-1-000-000-2008-Abst-Text\/JSS-16-1-035-08-503-Salami-S-O\/JSS-16-1-035-08-503-Salami-S-O-Tt.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">1<\/a><\/sup> It found that males and females often pick different subjects and courses in university.<\/p>\n<h3>Analysis of UTME Statistics<\/h3>\n<p>The study showed that males tend to choose science and engineering more than females for university.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"http:\/\/krepublishers.com\/02-Journals\/JSS\/JSS-16-0-000-000-2008-Web\/JSS-16-1-000-000-2008-Abst-Text\/JSS-16-1-035-08-503-Salami-S-O\/JSS-16-1-035-08-503-Salami-S-O-Tt.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">1<\/a><\/sup> There was a difference between the choices of students in the Northern and Southern regions. More students from the South wanted to go to university for science and engineering. But in the North, this was less common.<\/p>\n<h3>Variability in Course Choices by Gender<\/h3>\n<p>When looking at entrance exam data, some courses are more popular among girls and others with boys. For example, many boys and girls liked Library and Information Science (LIS) equally.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/go.gale.com\/ps\/i.do?id=GALE%7CA180748244&amp;sid=googleScholar&amp;v=2.1&amp;it=r&amp;linkaccess=abs&amp;issn=07954778&amp;p=AONE&amp;sw=w\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">6<\/a><\/sup> But few wanted to study accountancy, medicine, and law.<\/p>\n<h3>Regional Disparities in University Admissions<\/h3>\n<p>The study found that more students from the South wanted to go to university. They also prefer science and engineering courses.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"http:\/\/krepublishers.com\/02-Journals\/JSS\/JSS-16-0-000-000-2008-Web\/JSS-16-1-000-000-2008-Abst-Text\/JSS-16-1-035-08-503-Salami-S-O\/JSS-16-1-035-08-503-Salami-S-O-Tt.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">1<\/a><\/sup> This shows that there are different reasons why students in the North and South make their career choices.<\/p>\n<p>Understanding these gender and region differences is crucial. It can help improve educational support and jobs for young Nigerians. Achieving this would involve making their career and educational paths more equal. It would also strengthen Nigeria&#8217;s <b>workforce development<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-6500\" title=\"Male vs Female Career Choices\" src=\"https:\/\/matsh.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Male-vs-Female-Career-Choices-1024x585.jpg\" alt=\"Male vs Female Career Choices\" width=\"1024\" height=\"585\" srcset=\"https:\/\/matsh.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Male-vs-Female-Career-Choices-1024x585.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/matsh.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Male-vs-Female-Career-Choices-300x171.jpg 300w, https:\/\/matsh.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Male-vs-Female-Career-Choices-768x439.jpg 768w, https:\/\/matsh.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Male-vs-Female-Career-Choices.jpg 1344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Cultural and Societal Influences<\/h2>\n<p>Nigerian youth&#8217;s career paths are shaped by <b>cultural norms<\/b> and <b>societal expectations<\/b>. The top factors for career choices include social prestige, family job, and religious beliefs.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tudr.org\/1774\/1\/Influence%20of%20Gender.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">4<\/a><\/sup> Sadly, interests and abilities rank low. This shows how powerful <b>cultural norms<\/b> are.<\/p>\n<h3>Parental Expectations and Family Occupations<\/h3>\n<p>Families&#8217; hopes and their jobs really impact what careers Nigerian young people pursue. Even if they like other things, what their families want is often what they choose.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tudr.org\/1774\/1\/Influence%20of%20Gender.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">4<\/a><\/sup> This shows how deep <b>cultural norms<\/b> and <b>societal expectations<\/b> go.<\/p>\n<h3>Religious Beliefs and Traditional Factors<\/h3>\n<p>Religious beliefs and traditional things in Nigeria influence career choices too.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tudr.org\/1774\/1\/Influence%20of%20Gender.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">4<\/a><\/sup> Wanting social status and the image of some jobs can make young Nigerians choose careers they&#8217;re not passionate about. This can steer them away from what they might really love.<\/p>\n<p>Mixing cultural rules, society&#8217;s expectations, and guidance from others shapes what careers the youth in Nigeria pick.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tudr.org\/1774\/1\/Influence%20of%20Gender.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">4<\/a><\/sup><sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ajol.info\/index.php\/actas\/article\/view\/244930\/231692\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">2<\/a><\/sup> Knowing and dealing with these factors can help young Nigerians choose careers that make them happy. This is good for their communities and the country.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-6501\" title=\"cultural norms\" src=\"https:\/\/matsh.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/cultural-norms-1024x585.jpg\" alt=\"cultural norms\" width=\"1024\" height=\"585\" srcset=\"https:\/\/matsh.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/cultural-norms-1024x585.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/matsh.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/cultural-norms-300x171.jpg 300w, https:\/\/matsh.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/cultural-norms-768x439.jpg 768w, https:\/\/matsh.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/cultural-norms.jpg 1344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Socioeconomic Factors Affecting Career Decisions<\/h2>\n<p>Looking into why Nigerian youth choose specific careers, we must think about the big effect of where they come from. A study showed that different things shape what job a person might pick. This could be where they come from, their skills, and how far they went in school.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ijmmu.com\/index.php\/ijmmu\/article\/download\/4083\/3505\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">7<\/a><\/sup><\/p>\n<p>The same study found that many students thought their family&#8217;s financial and social status affected their choices. In fact, 30.4% said this was a big reason. It shows that many Nigerian young people\u2019s dreams and choices face limits because of their family and social background. This means they might not get the chance to follow certain careers or go to certain schools.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ijmmu.com\/index.php\/ijmmu\/article\/download\/4083\/3505\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">7<\/a><\/sup><\/p>\n<p>Also, the study noticed that how students see their chances based on their family&#8217;s standing had a big link to their thoughts about their future jobs. This was also true for how well they do in school.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ijmmu.com\/index.php\/ijmmu\/article\/download\/4083\/3505\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">7<\/a><\/sup> This highlights a tricky mix between money, school success, and the jobs young Nigerians might pick.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-6502\" title=\"socioeconomic factors\" src=\"https:\/\/matsh.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/socioeconomic-factors-1-1024x585.jpg\" alt=\"socioeconomic factors\" width=\"1024\" height=\"585\" srcset=\"https:\/\/matsh.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/socioeconomic-factors-1-1024x585.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/matsh.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/socioeconomic-factors-1-300x171.jpg 300w, https:\/\/matsh.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/socioeconomic-factors-1-768x439.jpg 768w, https:\/\/matsh.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/socioeconomic-factors-1.jpg 1344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>To help Nigerian youth overcome these barriers, we need to focus on making things better in certain areas. This includes <em>improving how boys and girls see job possibilities<\/em>, <em>creating jobs for young people in Nigeria<\/em>, and <em>decreasing the impact of money on career choices<\/em>. By knowing the struggles faced by young Nigerians from different backgrounds, those in charge and people in education can make specific plans. These plans aim to help all youth pick the job they want, balanced by their talent, not just their family&#8217;s money. <em>cultural influences on career choices<\/em> and <em>gender stereotypes and occupations<\/em> need attention.<\/p>\n<h2>Role of Career Counseling and Guidance<\/h2>\n<p>In Nigeria, understanding careers through solid research is key. This method helps students pick their paths wisely by sharing important details about different jobs.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ijose.unn.edu.ng\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/224\/2024\/03\/Paper-38-191.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">3<\/a><\/sup> But, many schools in Nigeria don&#8217;t offer enough career guidance services.<\/p>\n<h3>Lack of Career Counseling in Nigerian Schools<\/h3>\n<p>Often, young Nigerians choose careers without full information. They might follow what friends do, or pick jobs they think are impressive.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ijose.unn.edu.ng\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/224\/2024\/03\/Paper-38-191.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">3<\/a><\/sup> This lack of understanding can cause them to choose careers that aren&#8217;t the best fit, slowing down their growth and the country&#8217;s economy.<\/p>\n<h3>Importance of Evidence-Based Career Profiling<\/h3>\n<p>Using facts to guide career choices can be really powerful.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ijose.unn.edu.ng\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/224\/2024\/03\/Paper-38-191.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">3<\/a><\/sup> It gives students clear insights into different jobs like how much they can grow, what they can earn, and what they need to learn.<\/p>\n<p>Moreover, having <b>role models<\/b> and mentors can motivate students, especially girls, to consider more job options. This can help break down old ideas about who should do what for work.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ijose.unn.edu.ng\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/224\/2024\/03\/Paper-38-191.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">3<\/a><\/sup> Such a complete <b>career counseling<\/b> system can make the job world more diverse and equal, which is good for the economy and society.<\/p>\n<p>Fixing the lack of career advice in Nigerian schools and pushing for more research-based guidance is crucial.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ijose.unn.edu.ng\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/224\/2024\/03\/Paper-38-191.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">3<\/a><\/sup> With the right support, Nigerian youth can choose wisely, find a balance between work and life, and help the country move towards a future with fairer job opportunities and lasting growth.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-6503\" title=\"career counseling\" src=\"https:\/\/matsh.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/career-counseling-1024x585.jpg\" alt=\"career counseling\" width=\"1024\" height=\"585\" srcset=\"https:\/\/matsh.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/career-counseling-1024x585.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/matsh.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/career-counseling-300x171.jpg 300w, https:\/\/matsh.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/career-counseling-768x439.jpg 768w, https:\/\/matsh.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/career-counseling.jpg 1344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Educational Policies and Reforms<\/h2>\n<p>In Nigeria, the government works hard to close the <a href=\"https:\/\/nairametrics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/women-education.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">gap between boys and girls in education<\/a>. They are making changes through new programs and policies. The goal is to make sure both boys and girls have the same chances to reach their dreams. They are focusing on things like <a href=\"https:\/\/nairametrics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/women-education.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">family, money, and old beliefs<\/a>. These things often stop girls and women from getting a good education.<\/p>\n<h3>Government Initiatives for <a href=\"https:\/\/matsh.co\/en\/how-to-identify-gender-bias-in-your-workplace\/\">gender equality<\/a> in Education<\/h3>\n<p>The government wants to ensure both girls and boys have equal rights to education. They are offering scholarships, creating special schools for girls, and using special admission rules for universities.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/nairametrics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/women-education.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">8<\/a><\/sup> This is all to fight <a href=\"https:\/\/nairametrics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/women-education.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">the big differences in education<\/a> seen in certain places and among those who have less money.<\/p>\n<h3>Promoting STEM Education for Girls<\/h3>\n<p>Breaking old ideas is important. The government is pushing girls to pick science, tech, engineering, and math jobs. They&#8217;ve set up schools and added courses to make it happen.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/nairametrics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/women-education.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">8<\/a><\/sup> Their dream is to get more women working in fields where they are usually not seen. They hope to change the Nigerian job market for the better.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/matsh.co\/en\/women-empowerment-statistics-across-africa\/\">Nigeria is making real changes to give women<\/a> more chances. They are working against <a href=\"https:\/\/nairametrics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/women-education.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">old thoughts, family opinions, and gender-based views<\/a>. By making these moves, they want a more equal and fair world for education and work. Everyone should have a shot at success.<\/p>\n<h2>Workforce Trends and Future Outlook<\/h2>\n<p>In Nigeria today, we must follow the changes in job trends closely. It&#8217;s key to see how careers shift and spot the chances for young people. Currently, many in Nigeria face joblessness, especially the youth. The job market is risky, with millions looking for work.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2071-1050\/15\/7\/6096\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">9<\/a><\/sup> Looking at job numbers, many work in the informal sector, not big businesses or the government.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2071-1050\/15\/7\/6096\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">9<\/a><\/sup> The informal sector is vital, but it doesn&#8217;t guarantee stable work for all.<\/p>\n<h3>Changing Labor Market Dynamics<\/h3>\n<p>The work scene in Nigeria is changing fast for many reasons.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2071-1050\/15\/7\/6096\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">9<\/a><\/sup> Troubles like not using enough technology, high taxes, and weak support snap at progress.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2071-1050\/15\/7\/6096\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">9<\/a><\/sup> There&#8217;s also a lack of worker benefits and high corruption, making new jobs hard to come by.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2071-1050\/15\/7\/6096\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">9<\/a><\/sup> Since there are more young job seekers than jobs, it&#8217;s tough for many to find work.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2071-1050\/15\/7\/6096\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">9<\/a><\/sup><\/p>\n<h3>Emerging Career Opportunities<\/h3>\n<p>But, there are new chances waiting for Nigerian workers.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ijose.unn.edu.ng\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/224\/2024\/03\/Paper-38-191.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">3<\/a><\/sup> Technology is changing the game, offering more job types. This, plus a high literacy rate, opens many doors.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2071-1050\/15\/7\/6096\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">9<\/a><\/sup> For these opportunities to become real, our <a href=\"https:\/\/matsh.co\/en\/course\/social-and-emotional-development-skills-for-youth-workers\/\">youth need special skills<\/a> and helpful advice.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ijose.unn.edu.ng\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/224\/2024\/03\/Paper-38-191.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">3<\/a><\/sup> With the right career guidance and chances to start their own businesses, young Nigerians can do well.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ijose.unn.edu.ng\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/224\/2024\/03\/Paper-38-191.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">3<\/a><\/sup><\/p>\n<p>In planning for tomorrow, we can&#8217;t forget about the challenges young workers face. <b>Parental expectations<\/b> and <b>societal influences<\/b> matter a lot. So does fighting <b>gender inequality<\/b> and <b>workplace discrimination<\/b>. Also, offering good <b>mentorship programs<\/b> will help shape their careers. By creating a helpful and fair space, Nigeria&#8217;s youth can achieve a lot. Together, we can bring about a brighter, more equal future.<\/p>\n<h2>Challenges and Barriers Faced by Nigerian Youth<\/h2>\n<p>Nigerian youth face many challenges when picking a career. A<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/includeplatform.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Khan-2020-Young-female-and-African-barriers-interventions-and-opportunities-for-female-youth-employment-in-Africa-INCLUDE.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">10<\/a><\/sup> study looked at young women in Africa, aged 15-29. It found they face more hurdles, like getting jobs, than men. These difficulties include social and cultural norms, economic issues, and the lack of skill-building chances.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/includeplatform.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Khan-2020-Young-female-and-African-barriers-interventions-and-opportunities-for-female-youth-employment-in-Africa-INCLUDE.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">10<\/a><\/sup><\/p>\n<h3>Unemployment and Lack of Job Opportunities<\/h3>\n<p>One big issue for Nigerian youth is finding work. Even though over half the country can work, there are not enough jobs.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/assets.publishing.service.gov.uk\/media\/5d9b5c88e5274a5a148b40e5\/597_Gender_Roles_in_Nigerian_Labour_Market.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">11<\/a><\/sup> Only 8% of adults work in formal jobs, leading to poverty and social problems. This means many young people struggle to find work, facing poverty and inequality.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/assets.publishing.service.gov.uk\/media\/5d9b5c88e5274a5a148b40e5\/597_Gender_Roles_in_Nigerian_Labour_Market.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">11<\/a><\/sup><\/p>\n<h3>Gender Discrimination in the Workplace<\/h3>\n<p>Women in Nigeria often deal with unfair treatment at work. Many end up in lower-paid jobs. The<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/assets.publishing.service.gov.uk\/media\/5d9b5c88e5274a5a148b40e5\/597_Gender_Roles_in_Nigerian_Labour_Market.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">11<\/a><\/sup> study also shows a big difference in profits for businesses run by women. It&#8217;s as high as 39%. Plus, more women than men are poor in Nigeria.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/assets.publishing.service.gov.uk\/media\/5d9b5c88e5274a5a148b40e5\/597_Gender_Roles_in_Nigerian_Labour_Market.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">11<\/a><\/sup> These issues show how hard it is for women in Nigeria to succeed in their careers.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, <a href=\"https:\/\/matsh.co\/en\/women-employment-statistics-for-africa\/\">women in Nigeria face a big gender gap<\/a> at work. They often earn less than men, even with the same skills.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/assets.publishing.service.gov.uk\/media\/5d9b5c88e5274a5a148b40e5\/597_Gender_Roles_in_Nigerian_Labour_Market.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">11<\/a><\/sup> This unfair treatment is a big challenge for young Nigerian women. It makes it harder for them to achieve their career goals.<\/p>\n<h2>Importance of Youth Empowerment<\/h2>\n<p>We need to focus on empowering Nigerian youth to tackle big challenges.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ijose.unn.edu.ng\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/224\/2024\/03\/Paper-38-191.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">3<\/a><\/sup> Many young people in Nigeria face limited job choices due to family or society&#8217;s views.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ijose.unn.edu.ng\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/224\/2024\/03\/Paper-38-191.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">3<\/a><\/sup> To help them fully reach their potential, we must support their growth.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ijose.unn.edu.ng\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/224\/2024\/03\/Paper-38-191.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">3<\/a><\/sup><\/p>\n<h3>Mentorship Programs and Role Models<\/h3>\n<p><b>Mentorship programs<\/b> are vital for Nigerian youth. They <a href=\"https:\/\/matsh.co\/en\/course\/working-with-young-people-in-their-communities\/\">connect young people with successful professionals<\/a> and <b>role models.<\/b><sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ijose.unn.edu.ng\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/224\/2024\/03\/Paper-38-191.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">3<\/a><\/sup> These connections offer crucial advice, inspiration, and guidance for career development.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ijose.unn.edu.ng\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/224\/2024\/03\/Paper-38-191.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">3<\/a><\/sup> Creating strong mentor-mentee relationships broadens the youth&#8217;s views, breaks stereotypes, and boosts their confidence as future leaders.<\/p>\n<h3>Entrepreneurship and Self-Employment<\/h3>\n<p>Various groups are working to <a href=\"https:\/\/matsh.co\/en\/youth-employment-statistics-in-africa\/\">help Nigerian youth find economic opportunities<\/a>.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/infonomics-society.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/ijcdse\/published-papers\/volume-7-2016\/Career-Guidance-for-Youth-Empowerment-and-Sustainable-Development.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">12<\/a><\/sup> One key effort is to support entrepreneurship and self-employment.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/infonomics-society.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/ijcdse\/published-papers\/volume-7-2016\/Career-Guidance-for-Youth-Empowerment-and-Sustainable-Development.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">12<\/a><\/sup> These programs offer resources and training to let young Nigerians start their own ventures. This helps grow the economy and develops the nation.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/infonomics-society.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/ijcdse\/published-papers\/volume-7-2016\/Career-Guidance-for-Youth-Empowerment-and-Sustainable-Development.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">12<\/a><\/sup><\/p>\n<p>The government is also involved in training career advisors and <a href=\"https:\/\/matsh.co\/en\/course\/youth-counselor-training-program\/\">setting up counseling centers<\/a>.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ijose.unn.edu.ng\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/224\/2024\/03\/Paper-38-191.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">3<\/a><\/sup> Such steps improve the understanding of job options, preparing young people for the job market.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/infonomics-society.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/ijcdse\/published-papers\/volume-7-2016\/Career-Guidance-for-Youth-Empowerment-and-Sustainable-Development.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">12<\/a><\/sup><\/p>\n<p>Focusing on mentorship, entrepreneurship, and better career advice is key to helping Nigerian youth.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ijose.unn.edu.ng\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/224\/2024\/03\/Paper-38-191.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">3<\/a><\/sup> This strategy is fundamental for creating a society where everyone&#8217;s contributions are valued.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ijose.unn.edu.ng\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/224\/2024\/03\/Paper-38-191.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">3<\/a><\/sup><\/p>\n<h2>Recommendations for Promoting Gender Equality<\/h2>\n<p>In Nigeria, bridging the gap in what men and women choose to study or work in is complex. It needs changes in society, culture, and education. By breaking down <b>gender stereotypes<\/b> and promoting equality, we help young Nigerians follow their dreams fully.<\/p>\n<h3>Addressing Gender Stereotypes and Biases<\/h3>\n<p>Challenging <b>gender stereotypes<\/b> and biases is vital. Note that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oecd-ilibrary.org\/sites\/4aa4d2f7-en\/index.html?itemId=\/content\/component\/4aa4d2f7-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">only 14% of girls, despite excelling in science or math, think they&#8217;ll work in related fields compared to 26% of boys<\/a><sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oecd-ilibrary.org\/sites\/4aa4d2f7-en\/index.html?itemId=\/content\/component\/4aa4d2f7-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">13<\/a><\/sup>. We need to change norms and support girls in choosing their future. Schools, the media, and families should show diverse <b>role models.<\/b> They should erase the idea that some jobs are only for men or women.<\/p>\n<h3>Equal Access to Education and Career Opportunities<\/h3>\n<p>Equal opportunities in school and work are key for <b>gender equality<\/b>. For example, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oecd-ilibrary.org\/sites\/4aa4d2f7-en\/index.html?itemId=\/content\/component\/4aa4d2f7-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">more women choose &#8220;Natural sciences, mathematics and statistics&#8221; fields than men, but the gap is wide compared to other fields<\/a><sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oecd-ilibrary.org\/sites\/4aa4d2f7-en\/index.html?itemId=\/content\/component\/4aa4d2f7-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">13<\/a><\/sup>. To change this, Nigeria must back programs that invite girls to STEM careers. These efforts should give them all they need to succeed, like mentors and resources.<\/p>\n<p>Also, we must look at how money impacts job choices. Everyone in Nigeria should be able to follow their career dream, no matter their gender. Providing scholarships, career advice, and help finding jobs are ways to support young Nigerians.<\/p>\n<p>If we tackle stereotypes, biases, and support for careers, Nigerian youth can choose freely. They can pick paths that match their skills and interests. This doesn&#8217;t just help them but also boosts Nigeria&#8217;s workforce and society.<\/p>\n<h2>Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p>The gender gap in career choices in Nigeria is complex. When looking at university course choices, we see a clear divide. More males select science and engineering compared to females.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ijss-ui.com.ng\/publication\/vol_12\/issue_1\/Article%201.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">14<\/a><\/sup> This trend is more pronounced in Nigeria&#8217;s southern region.<\/p>\n<p>Cultural, societal, and <b>economic factors<\/b> play a part. Traditional <b>gender roles<\/b>, <b>societal norms<\/b>, and parent expectations also influence choices.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.scirp.org\/journal\/paperinformation.aspx?paperid=112198\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">15<\/a><\/sup> The article points out the need for career guidance in Nigerian schools. This guidance should be based on data to help students choose wisely.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/digitalcommons.unl.edu\/cgi\/viewcontent.cgi?article=12316&amp;context=libphilprac\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">16<\/a><\/sup><\/p>\n<p>Tackling <b>workplace diversity<\/b> and <b>gender inequality<\/b> is vital for Nigeria&#8217;s youth. Empowering young women is key. It involves fighting against <b>societal norms<\/b> and promoting mentors.<sup class=\"citation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.scirp.org\/journal\/paperinformation.aspx?paperid=112198\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">15<\/a><\/sup> Equal access to education and opportunities for all youth is critical.<\/p>\n<p>By changing stereotypes and parental views, we can create a better workforce. This workforce would reflect the true talent of the Nigerian people. Breaking barriers can lead to a more diverse and inclusive job market. This benefits everyone.<\/p>\n<h2>References:<\/h2>\n<ol data-type=\"sources\">\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/krepublishers.com\/02-Journals\/JSS\/JSS-16-0-000-000-2008-Web\/JSS-16-1-000-000-2008-Abst-Text\/JSS-16-1-035-08-503-Salami-S-O\/JSS-16-1-035-08-503-Salami-S-O-Tt.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">http:\/\/krepublishers.com\/02-Journals\/JSS\/JSS-16-0-000-000-2008-Web\/JSS-16-1-000-000-2008-Abst-Text\/JSS-16-1-035-08-503-Salami-S-O\/JSS-16-1-035-08-503-Salami-S-O-Tt.pdf<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ajol.info\/index.php\/actas\/article\/view\/244930\/231692\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">https:\/\/www.ajol.info\/index.php\/actas\/article\/view\/244930\/231692<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ijose.unn.edu.ng\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/224\/2024\/03\/Paper-38-191.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">https:\/\/ijose.unn.edu.ng\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/224\/2024\/03\/Paper-38-191.pdf<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/tudr.org\/1774\/1\/Influence%20of%20Gender.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">https:\/\/tudr.org\/1774\/1\/Influence of Gender.pdf<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ajmrd.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/C291625.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">https:\/\/www.ajmrd.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/C291625.pdf<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/go.gale.com\/ps\/i.do?id=GALE%7CA180748244&amp;sid=googleScholar&amp;v=2.1&amp;it=r&amp;linkaccess=abs&amp;issn=07954778&amp;p=AONE&amp;sw=w\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">https:\/\/go.gale.com\/ps\/i.do?id=GALE|A180748244&amp;sid=googleScholar&amp;v=2.1&amp;it=r&amp;linkaccess=abs&amp;issn=07954778&amp;p=AONE&amp;sw=w<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ijmmu.com\/index.php\/ijmmu\/article\/download\/4083\/3505\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">https:\/\/ijmmu.com\/index.php\/ijmmu\/article\/download\/4083\/3505<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/nairametrics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/women-education.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">https:\/\/nairametrics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/women-education.pdf<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2071-1050\/15\/7\/6096\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2071-1050\/15\/7\/6096<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/includeplatform.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Khan-2020-Young-female-and-African-barriers-interventions-and-opportunities-for-female-youth-employment-in-Africa-INCLUDE.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">https:\/\/includeplatform.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Khan-2020-Young-female-and-African-barriers-interventions-and-opportunities-for-female-youth-employment-in-Africa-INCLUDE.pdf<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/assets.publishing.service.gov.uk\/media\/5d9b5c88e5274a5a148b40e5\/597_Gender_Roles_in_Nigerian_Labour_Market.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">https:\/\/assets.publishing.service.gov.uk\/media\/5d9b5c88e5274a5a148b40e5\/597_Gender_Roles_in_Nigerian_Labour_Market.pdf<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/infonomics-society.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/ijcdse\/published-papers\/volume-7-2016\/Career-Guidance-for-Youth-Empowerment-and-Sustainable-Development.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">https:\/\/infonomics-society.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/ijcdse\/published-papers\/volume-7-2016\/Career-Guidance-for-Youth-Empowerment-and-Sustainable-Development.pdf<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oecd-ilibrary.org\/sites\/4aa4d2f7-en\/index.html?itemId=\/content\/component\/4aa4d2f7-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">https:\/\/www.oecd-ilibrary.org\/sites\/4aa4d2f7-en\/index.html?itemId=\/content\/component\/4aa4d2f7-en<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ijss-ui.com.ng\/publication\/vol_12\/issue_1\/Article%201.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">http:\/\/www.ijss-ui.com.ng\/publication\/vol_12\/issue_1\/Article 1.pdf<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.scirp.org\/journal\/paperinformation.aspx?paperid=112198\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">https:\/\/www.scirp.org\/journal\/paperinformation.aspx?paperid=112198<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/digitalcommons.unl.edu\/cgi\/viewcontent.cgi?article=12316&amp;context=libphilprac\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">https:\/\/digitalcommons.unl.edu\/cgi\/viewcontent.cgi?article=12316&amp;context=libphilprac<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do young Nigerians pick different jobs because of their gender? We&#8217;re going to look into this interesting subject. We will see how sociocultural influences, education, and job trends impact the career choices of Nigeria&#8217;s young people.1 Key Takeaways Explore the gender disparities in career aspirations among Nigerian youth Understand the sociocultural factors influencing career choices [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":6498,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"default","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"default","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"set","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"categories":[265,264],"tags":[336,341,337,342,333,338,335,339,334,340],"class_list":["post-6496","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-education","category-youth-employment","tag-career-opportunities-in-nigeria","tag-economic-factors-and-career-choices","tag-educational-pathways-for-nigerian-youth","tag-gender-bias-in-nigerian-job-market","tag-gender-disparities-in-career-choices","tag-gender-equality-in-the-workplace","tag-gender-roles-in-nigerian-society","tag-nigerian-youth-career-development","tag-nigerian-youth-employment-trends","tag-social-influences-on-career-decisions"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/matsh.co\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6496","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/matsh.co\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/matsh.co\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/matsh.co\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/matsh.co\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6496"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/matsh.co\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6496\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":6507,"href":"https:\/\/matsh.co\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6496\/revisions\/6507"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/matsh.co\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/6498"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/matsh.co\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6496"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/matsh.co\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=6496"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/matsh.co\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=6496"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}