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Companies are firing Gen Z workers soon after hiring them. What’s behind their job market struggles?

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Generation Z is beginning to enter a workforce that isn’t fully prepared for them.

As many recent graduates face complaints about how they fit into the workplace, employers report increasing hesitancy in hiring them, according to a recent report by the education and career advisory platform, Intelligent.

The report, which was based on a survey of nearly 1,000 hiring managers, found that one in six employers were reluctant to hire Gen Z workers mainly due to their reputation for being entitled and easily offended.

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Moreover, more than half said that this generation, which refers to people born between 1997 and the early 2010s, lacks a strong work ethic, struggles with communication, doesn’t handle feedback well, and is generally unprepared for the demands of the workforce.

Holly Schroth, senior lecturer at the Haas School of Business at the University of California, Berkeley, explained that Gen Z’s focus on extracurricular activities to boost their college competitiveness rather than gaining job experience has led to “unrealistic expectations” about the workplace and how to deal with their bosses.

“They [Gen Z] don’t know basic skills for social interaction with customers, clients, and co-workers, nor workplace etiquette,” Schroth told Euronews Next in an email.

She added: “As a result, it is up to the company to properly onboard the new employee and give ample training. In addition, the boss needs to act as a coach as well as a manager”.

Why are so many companies firing Gen Z employees?

Around six in ten companies included in the survey reported firing a recent university graduate they hired this year.

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Some of the cited reasons behind these decisions included a lack of motivation from the employees, lack of professionalism, and poor communication skills, among others.

“Many recent college graduates may struggle with entering the workforce for the first time as it can be a huge contrast from what they are used to throughout their education journey. They are often unprepared for a less structured environment, workplace cultural dynamics, and the expectation of autonomous work,” Huy Nguyen, Intelligent’s chief education and career development advisor, said in a statement.

“Although they may have some theoretical knowledge from college, they often lack the practical, real-world experience and soft skills required to succeed in the work environment,” he added.

The hiring managers surveyed also reported that some of their Gen Z workers struggled to manage their workload, were frequently late, and did not dress or speak appropriately.

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A separate report from April found that Generation Z workers were overly reliant on parental support during their job search.

According to the survey that was conducted by ResumeTemplates and which included responses from nearly 1,500 young job seekers, 70 per cent admitted to asking their parents for help in the job search process.

Another 25 per cent even brought their parents to interviews, while many others had their parents submit job applications and write resumes for them.

How to get a job as a recent graduate?

To improve their chances of being hired, employers emphasised that some of the top qualities they are looking for include initiative and a positive attitude.

Managers also placed value on real-world experience, either through internships or jobs and, to a lesser degree, on having an appropriate social media presence, and avoiding political discussions.

“Recent graduates starting their first job should demonstrate professionalism, not by conforming to outdated norms, but by being respectful and committed to their work,” Nguyen said.

Schroth added that although employers are currently hesitant to hire Gen Z due to a higher rate of dismissals and challenges integrating them into the workforce, they still make up over 25 per cent of the workforce.

“As a result, companies need to spend more money and time on training and their Gen Zs will thrive,” she concluded.

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IMO GOVERNMENT DISOWNS FRAUDULENT SIENNA LEVIES, ORDERS CRACKDOWN ON EXTORTIONISTS

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Owerri, Nigeria – The Imo State Government has issued a stern warning to unauthorized individuals and criminal syndicates extorting money from transporters using Toyota Sienna vehicles across the state, describing the practice as illegal, unpatriotic, and a direct affront to the rule of law.

In a public notice signed by Nze Chinasa Nwaneri, Special Adviser to the Governor on Monitoring and Compliance, the government condemned the ongoing extortion activities targeting Sienna drivers, particularly those plying the Umuowa and Aba-Owerri expressway.

According to the statement, these illegal agents have been collecting as much as N48,500 for 2005 model Siennas and a staggering N80,000 for 2008 models from unsuspecting drivers—claims the government has categorically denied any knowledge of or association with.

“This government did not authorize the collection of any such levies and does not operate through Point of Sale (POS) agents,” the notice read. “All official payments are strictly done through the Imo State Treasury Single Account (TSA). Any collection outside this channel is not only fraudulent but criminal.”

The government has called on all transporters and motorists in the state and those merely transiting to resist these extortion attempts and to report such incidents immediately to the nearest police station or the Ministry of Transport. Offenders caught engaging in this heinous act will face full prosecution under the law.

The public, particularly commercial drivers, have been urged to stay vigilant and not to fall prey to impostors parading themselves as government agents. The statement further called on law enforcement agencies to swing into action and bring perpetrators of this racket to justice without delay.

“This is not just theft—it is economic sabotage and an attack on the integrity of our state,” Nwaneri warned. “We will not tolerate this criminal enterprise hiding under the guise of government activity.”

The Imo State Government reiterated its commitment to safeguarding the rights of road users, maintaining a lawful transport system, and dismantling any network of extortion and illegal taxation within its borders.

The public is hereby advised to take this warning seriously. The era of unchecked criminal levies is over.

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PRESIDENT TINUBU’S EASTER MESSAGE TO THE NATION

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STATE HOUSE PRESS STATEMENT

PRESIDENT TINUBU’S EASTER MESSAGE TO THE NATION

I heartily felicitate Christians in Nigeria and worldwide as they commemorate Easter, the celebration of Jesus Christ’s crucifixion and resurrection—the cornerstone of the Christian faith.

The Holy Week, which spans Palm Sunday through Holy Thursday and Good Friday and culminates in Easter Sunday, calls us to reflect deeply on the enduring values of sacrifice, redemption, love, and hope.

As President of our blessed nation, I draw inspiration from this timeless message of hope and renewal. I remain steadfast in my commitment to delivering the promise of a Renewed Hope, a better, more just, and prosperous Nigeria for all.

The recent tragic incidents and the loss of lives in some parts of our country deeply saddened me. I understand the pain and fear these incidents have caused. Let me assure you that my administration’s resolve to restore peace and security remains unshakable. Forces of evil will never prevail over our country. I have given clear directives to the Armed Forces and all relevant security agencies to end insecurity decisively and without delay. With the unwavering courage and commitment of our gallant men and women in uniform, we are turning the tide and making steady progress in reclaiming peace and stability.

We are also grateful to all Nigerians for your patience and resilience as our economy begins to show encouraging signs of recovery. We understand the economic challenges many of you are facing, and we are working tirelessly to restore investor confidence, stabilise key sectors, and build an inclusive economy that serves the interests of all Nigerians.

During this Easter, we join the global Christian community in thanking God for Pope Francis’s recovery. We pray that his renewed strength continues to inspire his leadership and service to humanity.

I earnestly pray that Easter’s spirit fills every heart and home with renewed faith in the immense possibilities ahead of us as a nation. Just as Christ triumphed over death, so too shall our country triumph over every challenge we face. The present moment may be cloudy, but it will usher in a glorious day.

I urge all Nigerians to remain hopeful, united, and resolute in pursuing national progress. The task before us is enormous, but together, with faith and determination, there is no obstacle we cannot overcome. Our unity and resilience are our greatest strengths.

May the risen Christ bless our homes with peace and our nation with continued unity and prosperity.

Happy Easter to all my fellow Nigerians

Bola Ahmed Tinubu

President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces
Federal Republic of Nigeria

 

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Nigerian Govt urges Ethiopia to expedite action on exchange of sentenced persons

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The Federal Government has urged the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia not to further delay the signing of Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Exchange of Sentenced Persons between both countries.

Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu stated the country’s position at a meeting with the Ethiopian Ambassador to Nigeria, Legesse Geremew Haile, in her office at Tafawa Balewa House, Abuja.

This is as the minister expressed the Federal Government’s displeasure over the spate of embarrassment and harassment suffered by Nigerians including those with Official and Diplomatic Passports in Addis Ababa.

Odumegwu-Ojukwu reminded the Ethiopian Ambassador that the Nigeria side had concluded with reflection of the Ethiopian observations in the draft MOU on Exchange of Sentenced Persons between both countries and wondered why signing of the MOU was being delayed despite assurances at their meeting of March 6, 2025.

The minister highlighted with deep concern the plight of Nigerian inmates in Ethiopia who she said were not having access to medical care among other challenges. She also noted the overwhelming challenges this posed to the Ethiopian Government.

She expressed dismay that a Nigerian recently died in Ethiopian prison, and declared that as a government deeply committed to citizen diplomacy, the federal government would not want a repeat of such ugly incident.

“Our people don’t want to hear that another Nigerian inmate died in Ethiopian prison,” the minister said.

Odumegwu-Ojukwu further decried the continued delay in returning monies seized from Nigerian businessmen by the Ethiopian Government even after the country’s Prime Minister, Abiy Ahmed, had at the 40th Session of the Executive Council of the African Union held in February 2022, granted amnesty to all African travellers whose monies were seized at the Bole International Airport, due to non-declaration of the amount over and above three thousand US Dollars, as provided by then Ethiopian law.

She regretted that of the 25 Nigerians whose monies were seized as at the time, only 15 had been approved for refund, due to the stringent condition put by the Ethiopian side for the refunds. Even at that, only two persons had actually been refunded their seized money.

The minister cited the pathetic case of one Mr. Francis Chukwuma Uzoh whose US$70,000 was seized by the Ethiopian authorities. She bemoaned that despite meeting all the conditions, Francis was yet to be refunded since 2022.

Consequently, Mr. Francis has become desolate, homeless, abandoned by family, hugely indebted and a shadow of his former self.

The minister, therefore, urged the Ethiopian envoy to press for a last chance for the Ethiopian Government to refund Mr. Francis his $70,000 while he is still alive, “so they don’t use the money to bury him when he has gone.”

Additionally, the minister noted that visa waiver for holders of Official and Diplomatic Passports was tied to the Bilateral Air Services Agreement (BASA) signed by the two countries.

Following what Nigerians faced at Addis Ababa, Odumegwu-Ojukwu accused Ethiopia of unilaterally withdrawing from the MoU without notifying Nigeria.

According to her, it is of great concern because Addis is a hub and many Nigerians have adopted Ethiopian Airline as the airline of choice.

Regardless, the minister reiterated Nigeria’s commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with Ethiopia, assuring that the 4th Session of Nigeria-Ethiopia Joint Commission would soon hold in Abuja.

Responding, the Ethiopian Ambassador, said that the visa waiver agreement was still in place but needed ratification by the country’s House of Representatives.

That notwithstanding, Amb. Haile said that the Embassy had issued visas to Nigerians with official and diplomatic passports, pointing out that the problem is actually when the applicant is with the regular passport.

“The visa on arrival has neither been withdrawn nor abrogated,” he said, stressing, “We are very close to Nigeria. The Ethiopian Government views the Federal Republic of Nigeria as a very strategic partner.”

He also thanked the Nigerian Government for the additional seven slots recently approved for the Ethiopian Airline on the Lagos route.

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