The Digital Bridge Institute – the training arm of the Nigerian Communications Commission, has partnered with Small Business Training Solutions to train 100,000 Nigerian youth in Business Processing Operations aimed at positioning Nigeria as a global leader in outsourcing jobs.
The collaboration was announced during a stakeholder engagement on partnership for capacity building and job opportunities in Abuja on Monday.
According to SBTS, this initiative seeks to position Nigeria as a global leader in outsourcing jobs.
It also announced a $200m budget as a Human Capital Bond aimed at generating 100,000 new digital jobs across Nigeria over the next five years.
The SBTS Chief Executive Officer, Evelyn Lewis said the program is designed to provide prospective beneficiaries with comprehensive training and empowerment opportunities, equipping them with the necessary skills for future employment in the digital sector.
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Lewis said that the initiative goes beyond skills development, saying that it focuses on economic empowerment, digital inclusion, and enhancing Africa’s competitiveness in the global economy.
The chief executive of SBTS said: “Our target is to raise $200 million for the training of Nigerian youth. In today’s digital economy, the ability to adapt and equip people with relevant skills determines not only individual success but also national progress.”
Lewis highlighted the challenges of accessing structured and scalable training programs in Africa, noting that the partnership aims to bridge this gap.
“We are leveraging our combined expertise to create an innovative, scalable, and sustainable model that provides globally competitive training programs,” Lewis.
The SBTS chief executive officer added that the programs are not only theoretical but also hands-on and industry-driven.
According to Lewis, the Institute aligns learning outcomes with employer needs to ensure graduates are job-ready and create real job opportunities through internships, outsourcing engagements, and entrepreneurship support.
President/CEO of DBI, David Daser stated that the partnership aligned with the institute’s mandate to bridge the digital divide in Nigeria.
He said: “Over the years, we have trained thousands of professionals, students, and entrepreneurs. We remain committed to advancing digital literacy as a catalyst for economic growth.
“This partnership will provide high-quality, practical training that empowers young Nigerians to build sustainable careers, launch businesses, and become job creators rather than job seekers.”
According to him, the training program will focus on entrepreneurship, digital marketing, software development, cybersecurity, and business management.
“Additionally, the initiative will offer mentorship, access to funding opportunities, and business incubation support to ensure a smooth transition from training to employment or entrepreneurship,” he added.
Head of Media Relations, Akin Ogunlade, described the partnership as a testament to a shared vision of fostering sustainable development through education, training, and skills acquisition.
Ogunlade urged stakeholders, including government agencies, private sector leaders, and the media, to support and promote digital skills training as a key driver of national development.