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In a bid to address Nigeria's skills deficit, a program known as Skill-Up Ibadan has successfully trained 60 youths, providing them with essential practical and entrepreneurial skills to improve their job readiness.
Nile University of Nigeria is stepping up its efforts to close the skills gap in the country by broadening its vocational training and entrepreneurship initiatives, alongside forming industry partnerships. The university aims to equip its students with practical skills for the evolving job market.
In a groundbreaking initiative, Unilever Nigeria, in partnership with UNICEF, has successfully empowered more than 900,000 young Nigerians with vital employability skills through the Future-X Unilever Campus Ambassadors Programme (FUCAP). The program integrates digital and entrepreneurship training to help equip youth for the modern workforce.
The Zamfara State Government has secured a commitment from the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC) to establish an advanced automotive training center in Gusau by the second quarter of 2026. This initiative aims to boost technical skills related to vehicle maintenance and repairs across Nigeria.
The National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB) is advocating for the adoption of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) to provide Nigerian youths with the skills needed for employment and entrepreneurship. This call was made by NABTEB's Registrar, Dr. Mohammed Aminu Mohammed, in a statement addressing the upcoming National Common Entrance Examination (NCEE).
This article reflects on Professor Isa Pantami’s significant insights presented in his book, ‘Skills Rather Than Just Degrees’, emphasizing the critical importance of practical skills in today's job market over mere academic qualifications.
