Google has announced a big plan to teach 20,000 Nigerian women and youth important digital skills. In tandem with Google's initiative, Nigeria has its sights set on cultivating a robust landscape of digital employment opportunities tailored to its burgeoning youth population. Vice President Kashim Shettima, in a meeting held in Abuja with Google Africa executives, emphasized the country's commitment to fostering digital job prospects. Shettima highlighted the congruence between Google's initiative and the government's dedication to enhancing youth engagement within the digital economy. Google's director for West Africa, Olumide Balogun, affirmed that the company is dedicated to investing funds and delivering digital skills to strengthen women, youth, and startups in Nigeria.

Source: The Guardian August 16, 2023 12:07 UTC