The Federal Government (FG) is intensifying efforts to tackle youth unemployment by aligning investments with a nationwide skills acquisition programme targeting millions of young workers.
Vice President, Mr. Kashim Shettima, has called for stronger coordination and measurable outcomes, stressing that Nigeria’s economic growth depends on building a system in which skills development translates directly into jobs and enterprise.
“The challenge is not simply job creation; it is alignment. Nigeria does not have a talent problem. Until skills meet industry demand, job creation will remain below its full potential,” Shettima said.
The government is shifting from fragmented interventions to a more structured, demand-driven approach to job creation, linking training to employment and enterprise development.
“We are moving away from isolated programmes and uncoordinated investments towards a national system where skills lead to jobs, jobs lead to enterprise, and enterprise drives economic growth,” he added.
The initiative aims to bridge skills gaps, reduce unemployment, and stimulate economic growth, with a focus on sectors such as housing, which spans a broad value chain—from architects and engineers to artisans.
