18,000 Nigerians Get Skills, Tools in Bold Federal Empowerment Push

Nigeria is taking a major step toward youth empowerment. The Federal Government has launched a nationwide vocational and skills training programme for over 18,000 artisans and unemployed youths. Training kicks off Tuesday at 229 accredited centres across all 36 states and the FCT. This is not just another government promise. It is a real, on-the-ground move to turn vulnerability into self-reliance.

What Is the Programme About?

The National Social Investment Programme Agency (NSIPA) is running the show. The goal is simple: equip participants with vocational skills, entrepreneurship training, and trade-specific starter packs. This is about creating entrepreneurs, not just employees. The Minister of <