Punch Newspapers·3 min read·medium
FG targets 80,000 youths with technical skills training
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Arinze Nwafor
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The Nigerian Federal Government has launched a technical and vocational training program for 777 youths in Abuja, aiming to reach 80,000 participants nationwide. Supported by the World Bank, the initiative focuses on practical skills and portfolio building to bridge the gap between youth unemployment and market demands.
Why it matters
This program addresses structural unemployment in Nigeria by shifting the focus from academic certification to practical, market-ready competencies.
File photo: Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa.
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