In a significant move to position Nigeria as a global leader in digital innovation, the Federal Government on Thursday unveiled the DeepTech_Ready Upskilling Program, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at equipping Nigerians with advanced skills in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (AI). The program, announced by the Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, is part of the government’s broader 3 Million Technical Talent (3MTT) initiative.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Naija247news gathered that the DeepTech_Ready program is designed to provide participants with foundational and advanced competencies in emerging technologies, fostering a skilled workforce capable of driving Nigeria’s digital economy. According to Dr. Tijani, the initiative underscores the government’s commitment to transforming Nigeria into a hub for digital talent and innovation. “This program is a critical step in our journey to empower young Nigerians with the skills needed to thrive in the global tech ecosystem,” the Minister stated in a post on his official social media handle.
According to Naija247news, the program is open to 3MTT fellows and individuals with basic to intermediate knowledge in technical fields. The six-month training, which combines self-paced and on-site learning with online support, will cover cutting-edge courses such as Advanced Data Analysis and Visualization, Data Science/Machine Learning, Geospatial Data Science, Computer Vision, Natural Language Processing, and Advanced Machine Learning Techniques.
Naija247news understands that the initiative aims to address the growing demand for tech-savvy professionals in Nigeria and beyond, while also creating opportunities for participants to apply their skills to real-world challenges. “This program will not only enhance the employability of Nigerian youths but also position them as key players in the global digital economy,” a senior official at the Ministry of Communications told Naija247news.
The launch of the DeepTech_Ready program has been met with widespread enthusiasm from stakeholders in the tech industry. Naija247news reports that industry experts have described the initiative as a timely intervention that could bridge the skills gap in Nigeria’s tech sector. “This is a game-changer for Nigeria’s digital transformation agenda. It will empower young people to harness the potential of AI and data science for national development,” said Dr. Adeola Shasanya, a tech innovation consultant.
Interested applicants can apply for the program via the official website: https://lnkd.in/e9auSgkq. Naija247news concludes that the DeepTech_Ready Upskilling Program represents a bold step towards building a future-ready workforce, capable of driving innovation and economic growth in Nigeria’s digital economy.
