I must admit the fact that Nigeria and most African countries are hard to live in. But "leaving them out" is not a solution either. Something else must be done; change our mindsets. My answer to What’s the best way to get out of Nigeria? https://t.co/JuU53qW6GS
FG PARTNERS WEMA BANK @wemabank TO SET UP MSME TECH HUBS IN 7 STATES
*Targets 1 million youths, 500,000 MSMEs with grants, digital training
In line with the @officialABAT administration’s commitment to providing more digital jobs for young Nigerians, the Federal Government through the Office of the Vice President is set to launch a digital hub that will empower 1 million youths across the country with digital and related skills.
The centres to be known as FGN/ALAT Digital and SkillNnovation Hub will open first in Lagos and Borno States with Katsina, Cross River, Anambra, Oyo, and Kano to follow afterwards. They will be run in partnership with a leading financial institution in Nigeria, WEMA Bank.
The arrangement for the initiative was reached after a recent meeting between representatives of the bank and Vice President @KashimSM in Abuja.
The strategic objectives of the programme include: to empower young enterprenuers by providing them with tailored financial products, training and support to enable them build sustainable businesses that will support the growth of Nigeria’s economy.
Other objectives include: supporting tech-savvy youths with keen interest in digital innovations and aspire to drive technological advancements, by providing them with financial solutions, training and access to strategic partnerships; and empowering young employees to become an integral part of the workforce in Nigeria especially those deployed through the NYSC.
FGN/@alat_ng Digital and SkillNnovation Hub, positioned to serve as a centralized platform to provide cutting-edge digital skills, mentorship and networking opportunities, is targeted at tech-savvy youths and young entrepreneurs in Nigeria.
The focus is on promoting entrepreneurship, skills development and the integration of young employees in the workforce, particularly getting one million youths employed in the digital economy and upskilling SMEs who can directly add value to the country’s economy.
In training, 1 million young adults will be trained in software engineering, product management, business analysis, cloud computing, product design, using a specialized curriculum designed for the FGN/ALAT Digital and SkillNnovation Hub.
In mentorship, 500,000 SMEs across Nigeria will be mentored by experts while coaches will train and upskill them for business growth and quantum leap.
Under the scheme grants will be provided under a collaborative arrangement between the Federal Government and WEMA Bank, setting aside N500 million to be given to SMEs and Techprenuers.
Olusola Abiola
Director Information
Office of the Vice President
5th August 2023
In Paris, today, where I am attending the two-day Global Financing Summit, I had fruitful engagements with Professor Benedict Oramah, the President of AFREXIM Bank; Odile Renaud-Basso, the President of the European Bank for Reconstruction and development; and Sri Prakash Lohia, the Chairman of Indorama, the world’s largest independent polymer producer.
Happy Democracy Day to Nigeria! 🇳🇬
Today, we celebrate 23 years of uninterrupted democracy. We’ve come a long way, but there is still more work to be done. Let us recommit ourselves to building a more just, equitable, & prosperous nation for all Nigerians.
#DemocracyDay#Nigeria
In London, I pay £1.44 (N1,368) for a litre of petrol. I know this is a hardship for you in Nigeria, where the price of petrol has recently increased. I hope you've the strength to bear this burden. May you find peace & comfort in knowing that you are not alone in this struggle.
#WeAreFree to point fingers at the government, but what about our own hands? Are they helping or hurting our local communities? #ActLocally#BeTheChange
#DangoteRefinery built an oil refinery to create thousands of jobs, boost the economy, and reduce dependence on imported oil. His example shows that you and I can positively impact our communities. What can you do, no matter how big or small?