The Nigerian government has announced that 38 federal and state technical colleges across the country are being upgraded to improve the skills of young Nigerians and prepare them for the global job market.
This was revealed on Monday during the 2025 Quarterly Citizens and Stakeholders Engagement on the Nigeria Education Sector Renewal Initiative (NESRI) in Abuja by the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa.
The event focused on the government’s current plans, new projects, and the pressing challenges in the education sector, including the large number of out-of-school children.
According to the minister, the reforms aim to transform the education system from one based on resources to one driven by knowledge and practical skills.
Alausa explained that six main areas are guiding the ministry’s reforms.
These include reducing the number of girls who are not attending school, improving the quality of education, and increasing access through special national programmes.
A new dual-training method is also being introduced in the upgraded technical colleges.
Under this system, students will spend 80% of their time doing hands-on work and only 20% in classroom lessons to better prepare them for real-life jobs.
The NESRI programme focuses on improving reading and writing skills, updating school curriculums, and using digital tools to manage data.
The goal is to train five million young people within four years with skills that meet international standards.
The government is also working with artisans who will be paid to help train students, creating new connections within the education sector.
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