The Benue State Government has launched a free, large-scale digital skills training program targeting 23,000 young people across the state. This initiative is a strategic measure to combat rising unemployment and empower young people with skills for the future.
The initiative is designed to equip participants with the most in-demand digital skills that can improve employability, entrepreneurship, and participation in the digital economy. Authorities state that the program is part of a broader plan to reduce unemployment by shifting the focus from traditional employment to technology-driven opportunities.
According to the report, the training will be extended to all areas of local government, ensuring broad inclusion and access for young people, regardless of their location. The program is expected to provide hands-on learning in key digital fields and globally relevant technology skills that meet the demands of the modern workforce.
Government sources emphasized that the initiative focuses not only on skills acquisition but also on long-term economic transformation, innovation, and youth self-reliance. By investing in digital education, the state aims to build a tech-driven generation capable of creating jobs rather than simply searching for them.
Stakeholders have described the project as a bold intervention against youth unemployment, noting that large-scale digital empowerment programs can significantly reduce poverty, boost creativity, and stimulate economic growth in the state.
The launch demonstrates the Benue government’s growing commitment to youth development, as authorities continue to implement empowerment initiatives focused on skills, innovation, and sustainable job creation.
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