Target Audience: Young Nigerians interested in technical skills development.

  1. Program Overview:
    • The 3 Million Technical Talent (3MTT) programme is a part of the Renewed Hope agenda. Its primary objective is to fortify Nigeria's technical talent foundation, thereby bolstering the digital economy and positioning Nigeria as a significant talent exporter.
    • The initial phase of this programme, in collaboration with NITDA, will encompass various stakeholders, including fellows, training providers, partners, and placement organizations.
    • The programme's first phase will operate as a fellowship model in tandem with NITDA. Interested individuals with a focus on specific skills will be selected, and the cost of their training with approved training providers will be covered.
  2. Skills in Focus:
    • For the inaugural phase, the programme will emphasize the following twelve technical skills:
      • Software Development
      • UI/UX Design
      • Data Analysis & Visualisation
      • Quality Assurance
      • Product Management
      • Data Science
      • Animation
      • AI / Machine Learning
      • Cybersecurity
      • Game Development
      • Cloud Computing
      • Dev Ops
  3. Program Details:
    • The average duration of the courses offered in this phase is three months.
    • The training approach is hybrid, blending online and in-person elements. While a significant portion of the training can be undertaken remotely, certain aspects necessitate in-person sessions.
    • An entry assessment will be conducted to gauge the skill level of each applicant. This assessment will also aid in determining the most suitable course for the fellows.
  4. Financials:
    • The sole financial support for this phase will be the training cost. Participants will need to bear expenses related to transportation, meals, and other incidental costs.
  5. Application Deadline: Unspecified. It's advisable to check the official webpage for specific dates and further details.

Official web page for the programme - https://3mtt.nitda.gov.ng/

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