- The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) is focusing on inclusive development, promoting children's rights and development in the Niger Delta region, aligning with President Tinubu's declarations.
- The Niger Delta region, Nigeria, and President Tinubu's agenda are involved in commitments regarding human capital development and education.
- Nigerian government administration is expanding access in higher education and investing in human capital development.
Former Presidential Adviser Urges Government to Fund Vocational Institutes
What happened
Ben Obi, a former presidential adviser and elder statesman, called for greater government and private sector support for vocational institutes in Nigeria. Speaking at the graduation ceremony of Springfield Fashion Academy in Abuja, Obi urged the Federal Government, corporate organizations, and development partners to establish funding mechanisms for credible private vocational training institutions. He stressed that practical skills and technical competence are vital for young Nigerians to achieve self-reliance and entrepreneurship.
Why it matters
Obi noted that academic certificates alone are insufficient to guarantee economic survival amidst rising youth unemployment. The call seeks to shift young Nigerians from reliance on formal employment toward entrepreneurship by supporting vocational training centers across the 36 states.
The Nigerian government administration is focused on expanding access in higher education and investing in human capital development.
Who's involved
- federal governmentTarget of the call for increased funding and support for skills development.
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The entities involved
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federal government
highest, central, level of government in a federation