The Ekiti State Government has launched a Micro, Small and Medium-scale Enterprises (MSMEs) ICT Skills Acquisition Hub, an initiative designed to equip youths with globally relevant tech skills meant to foster digital transformation and job creation in the state.
Omotayo Adeola, Commissioner for Trade, Industry, Investment and Cooperatives, explained that the programme, which is a collaboration between the State Ministry of Trade, Industry, Investment, and Cooperative as well as Wakocode Technologies, is aimed at empowering youths of the State by providing them with in-demand ICT skills that are critical for success in today’s global digital economy.
The Commissioner stressed that the initiative would provide beneficiaries access to both local and international job opportunities, enabling them to work remotely while contributing to the global digital economy.
Calling for application for the first cohort of the training programme, Adeola listed courses available in the training programme to include Fullstack Development, Backend Development, Cyber-security, Data Analytics and Cloud Computing.
In a statement made available to newsmen in Ado Ekiti, the Commissioner reaffirmed the commitment of Governor Biodun Oyebanji-led administration to youth empowerment, adding that the initiative, which would be undertaken through digital innovation, was part of strategic moves to prepare young people in the State for the future.
“This initiative is a key step in preparing our young people for the future, ensuring they can earn competitive salaries without leaving the State,” she stated.
Speaking on the Eligibility and Application Process, the Ekiti State Commissioner stated that the programme would be open to unemployed youths aged 18-35, regardless of their academic background, provided they are willing to learn and work remotely from Ekiti.
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