MTN Nigeria has provided ₦3 billion in support for the FG’s 3 Million Technical Talent (3MTT) programme, reinforcing digital skills development nationwide.
The funding builds on earlier grants from Airtel Africa and IHS Towers under a public-private partnership model.
The amount includes ₦1.45 billion allocated for technical training, ₦1.5 billion dedicated to data grants to ensure learner connectivity, and ₦50 million for Raspberry Pi kits.
MTN’s contribution enabled delivery of hands-on training and mentorship to over 90,000 Nigerians across two cohorts at 197 learning hubs nationwide.
The grant aligns with the Renewed Hope Agenda, aiming to develop a future-ready workforce capable of supporting Nigeria’s digital economy ambitions.
Minister Bosun Tijani emphasized MTN’s sustained support, calling partnerships essential in scaling the programme toward its target of three million trained talents.
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This initiative includes curriculum covering AI, cybersecurity, cloud computing, data analytics, UX/UI design, and software engineering skills.
Nigeria’s tech ecosystem faces global competition, and upskilling youth is seen as a strategic response to talent shortages in the global ICT industry.
Earlier contributions include ₦1 billion from Airtel Africa and another ₦1 billion from IHS Towers to support facility build-outs and operational funding.
3MTT’s hybrid training model blends online learning with in-person support, aiming to deliver industry-aligned competencies across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones.
Training partners include universities, NGOs, tech hubs, and private sector firms—bringing diversity in implementation and skills delivery.
The programme’s first phase trained 30,000 Nigerians; the second phase added 270,000 participants, moving 10% toward the three-million goal.
Challenges remain, such as digital literacy gaps, dropout rates, and funding adequacy, but infrastructure and connectivity support aim to mitigate these issues.
MTN’s latest grant enables continued momentum toward 3MTT’s 2027 target, with plans to deploy talent cities and learning zones in underserved regions.
Experts say that if properly executed, public-private collaboration through initiatives like 3MTT could position Nigeria as a leading hub in Africa’s digital revolution.
