Nigerian Govt Plans Audit of Skills Centres

Nigerian govt plans audit of skills centres

VP Shettima demands urgent action to bridge nation’s skills gap.

Govt Pushes for Stronger Industry-Academia Ties to Boost Skill Development and Employability

Bengaluru Express Bengaluru, July 11: The Karnataka government on Friday advocated for a robust government-academia-industry partnership as the key to achieving its skill development and employment…

FG Plans Nationwide Audit of Skills Centres to Transform Workforce

The Federal Government has announced plans for a nationwide audit of skills acquisition centres, a initiative unveiled by Vice President, Kashim Shettima on July 10, 2025, in Abuja. Aimed at transforming Nigeria’s 50 million-strong workforce, the audit will assess 1,200 centres across 36 states and the FCT, targeting inefficiencies and aligning training with industries like tech and agriculture. The move addresses a 2024 World Bank report highli…

Government skills initiative a ‘once-in-a-generation’ opportunity, says EBSSA - Heating and Ventilation News

The new Construction Skills Mission Board (CSMB) will bring the collaboration the sector needs to support the Government’s ambitious housing plans, says a

Nigeria: Shettima make strong point for bridging skills gap - Worldstage

WorldStage Newsonline– Vice-President Kashim Shettima has called for immediate and united action to close Nigeria’s widening skills gap as a national priority, critical to economic transformation. Shettima made the call on Thursday during the 6th meeting of the National Council on Skills (NCS) at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. A major highlight of the meeting was the proposal for a National Skills Infrastructure Audit. This is with a view to cre…

Shettima Demands Urgent Action To Bridge Skills Gap

Vice President Kashim Shettima has called for immediate and coordinated action to close Nigeria’s widening skills gap, describing it as a national priority crucial to the country’s economic transformation.