The Federal Government, in collaboration with the World Bank, has launched a major push to strengthen technical and vocational education through the Innovation Development and Effectiveness in the Acquisition of Skills (IDEAS) Project. The initiative ai…  | By Abimbola Akomolafe on November 4, 2025 | The Federal Government, in collaboration with the World Bank, has launched a major push to strengthen technical and vocational education through the Innovation Development and Effectiveness in the Acquisition of Skills (IDEAS) Project. The initiative aims to modernize teaching, expand digital literacy, and prepare Nigeria's youth for the global job market — a move expected to benefit MSMEs and industrial growth. Backed by a $70 million investment, the programme covers 27 federal technical schools and several state colleges nationwide. Over 300 instructors from six South-West states have completed intensive workshops in hospitality, leatherwork, and beverage production, while the next phase will train 30,000 young Nigerians with industry-aligned skills to drive entrepreneurship and employment. Read also, The project prioritizes educators as the core of skill-based learning and seeks to align Nigeria's workforce with global standards. By equipping youths with hands-on competencies, the IDEAS Project supports President Tinubu's vision of reducing unemployment, fostering innovation, and strengthening the MSME ecosystem across the country. | | | |
