President Bola Tinubu said he will provide young people with skills to compete on the global stage.
Naija News The report said President Tinubu’s administration will train youths in digital literacy, technical skills, entrepreneurship and creative industries.
As a special country with a median of 17, Nigeria is one of the youngest populations in the world, the president said on Monday when formally launching the Nigerian Youth Academy (NIYA) in the parliamentary chamber of the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Monday.
Launch on behalf of the vice president Kashim ShettimaTinubu said Niya will focus on three key areas, namely education and skills development, economic capability, and leadership and civic engagement.
“Through training in world-class digital literacy, technical skills, entrepreneurship and creative industries, we will ensure that our youth are capable of competing on the global stage.
“Initiatives such as the Youth Investment Fund and the Youth Enterprise Cluster Presidential Initiative will provide financial support, guidance and resources for young entrepreneurs, while the establishment of the National Youth Development Bank will ensure access to the capital needed to transform ideas into prosperous businesses.” He said.
He explained that Nia was a bold response to Nigeria’s low human capital index ranking, unemployment and other obstacles to U.S. progress and ensured that over the next two years, the academy will train and empower millions of young Nigerians.
The President noted that the security of the country’s human capital cannot be guaranteed unless a solid, skill-driven learning environment is created, and his government has also made great progress in the country’s human capital development agenda.
“However, we must acknowledge the ongoing challenges. Nigeria’s human capital index ranking remains below its potential, with youth unemployment and learning poverty posing key barriers to progress.
“These statistics are not only numbers; they reflect a disruption in life, a deferred dream, an undetermined future. The Nigerian Youth Academy is our commitment to changing this narrative.
“The Nigerian Youth Academy will develop the next generation of leaders and train them in governance, policy making and community development. We believe that the success of this initiative is not only in Abuja, but in communities that feel truly change.He said.
Niya aims to equip Nigerian youth – Olawande
Earlier, Minister of Youth Development Olawter Oluwandandexplained that the program aims to provide young Nigerians with sellable skills.
“The President promises young people in Nigeria to provide a platform to realize their dreams; many young people in Nigeria are to have a good job and live a good life,” he said.
The minister noted that Nia’s goal is to improve and bridge the skills gap in the job market and to close the gap so that many young people can empower the skills needed to work.
“This initiative is for every Nigerian youth. Nia represents the determination of the President to help all young people build a better future and create opportunities for themselves and their families.” Olawande added.
The minister urged young Nigerians to seize the opportunity, saying it was an opportunity for every Nigerian young man to join, learn skills and get engaged to control the future.
FG Gift ₦niya beneficiaries 1 million
During the event, the Minister of Finance and Economic Coordination Required searchesniya’s six members presented 1 million, representing six geopolitical areas of the country to help them implement the program as self-employed and skilled young people.
Mr Edun said Niya was a bold and ambitious step towards realizing Tinubu’s commitment to empowering young Nigerians.
“We know that skills, not only certificates, are the real currency of today’s global digital economy, and that’s why Niya is so important, it’s more than just a learning platform. It’s the launching platform for the new generation of Nigerian entrepreneurs, creators, professionals, and the new generation of Nigerian entrepreneurs who can sit comfortably on the internet using the internet.,” he said.
