FG unveils strategy to employ over two million in digital tech sector

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja

The Federal Government announced yesterday that it will provide over two million jobs in the digital technology sector.

The minister of Science, Technology and Innovation chief Uche Geoffrey Nnaji while unveiling the TechAdvantage Nigeria,on Tuesday in Abuja, said it is aligned with president Bola Tinubu’s renewed hope agenda paints a clear vision.

Chief Nnaji stressed that the idea behind the digital technology platform is to technological empower individuals and promote culture of collaboration that transcends tribe, religion and politics.

” TechAdvantage Nigeria offers the space for interested Nigerians to take charge of their growth and empowerment. I, therefore, urge all Nigerians particularly our young ones, professionals,and artisans to explore the TechAdvantage online Academy and equip themselves with the skills for tomorrow,seek opportunities through the TechAdvantage jobs platform and build the careers in the tech sector.

This will enable young entrepreneurs to showcase their expertise and connect with potential customers in the digital marketplace,and join the online community and become part of a vibrant network of tech enthusiasts,he added

In his welcome remarks ,the Sapphital, chief executive officer, Amu Ogbeide said the digital technology platform would transform Nigeria’s economic through apprenticeship.