Ebonyi State Launches Free Digital Training Program for 5,000 Youth
The Ebonyi State government has rolled out an ambitious plan to empower its youth through a comprehensive free training program. The initiative, known as the State Digital Skill Youth Development programme, aims to provide digital skills training to 5,000 young individuals.
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The Ebonyi State government has rolled out an ambitious plan to empower its youth through a comprehensive free training program. The initiative, known as the State Digital Skill Youth Development programme, aims to provide digital skills training to 5,000 young individuals in collaboration with the office of the First Lady and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) office in Ebonyi State.
The program was officially launched at the Station Urban Primary School in Abakaliki by the First Lady, Chief Mrs. Mary-Maudaline Nwifuru. Mrs. Nwifuru urged the youth to seize the opportunity presented by digitalization and emphasized the importance of acquiring digital skills in today's world.
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In her address, Mrs. Nwifuru stated, “This initiative is crucial in our journey towards digitalization, youth development, and empowerment. In today’s world, digital skills are no longer a luxury but a necessity. The rapid advancement in technology has changed the way we live, work, trade, and interact with one another. To remain competitive and relevant in society, you must possess these digital skills.”
The First Lady highlighted the potential for young people to secure employment even while still in university, reducing the long wait for white-collar jobs post-graduation. She encouraged participants to explore the vast opportunities offered by the digital world.
“With these skills, the hurdles of unemployment in Nigeria can be overcome,” Mrs. Nwifuru emphasized. “Imagine, the iPhone producers claim we are only using five percent of the phone’s features. It’s time to make good use of every opportunity before us in digitalization.”
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Mrs. Nwifuru commended the SDG Focal Person, Engr. Mrs. Esther Nwogha, GetBundi, and the BERWO Foundation for their efforts in equipping Ebonyi State’s youth with digital skills. She assured attendees that the acquired skills would empower them to shape their destinies.
Governor Rt. Hon. Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru’s administration reaffirmed its commitment to development and empowerment. “The Ebonyi State-sponsored Digital Development Program is just one of the many initiatives we undertake to ensure that our state remains at the forefront of progress and prosperity,” Mrs. Nwifuru stated on behalf of her husband.
