SHALOM OLALEYE
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), and Coursera have opened applications for Cohort 3 of professional courses, supporting President Bola Tinubu’s goal to create one million digital jobs.
Launched on October 19, 2022, the initiative addresses Nigeria’s 19.6% youth unemployment rate, with plans to train 8,000 learners annually over three years.
Participants gain access to educational content from esteemed institutions like Yale, Meta, Google, and IBM.
Coursera’s Professional Certificates, covering careers such as Data Analytics and Software Development, are available to Nigerian learners, marking Coursera’s first government partnership in Nigeria.
The previous two cohorts saw high enrollment and positive feedback, showcasing enthusiasm for digital upskilling.
Cohort 3 aligns with the Federal Ministry’s 3 Million Tech Talent initiative, focusing on skills like Software Development and Cyber Security. Interested Nigerians can apply through the provided link, contributing to the country’s digital workforce development and growth in high-demand sectors.