The Ministry of Education in collaboration with the World Bank has trained no fewer than 243 technical teachers and instructors across the seven states of the Northwest on skills acquisition.
The Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Alausa said the three-week training is aimed at improving teachers’ professionalism and global competitiveness, reducing skills gap, and enhancing sustainable development and employability of graduates at large.
Dr. Alausa who was represented by the Director of Press of the Ministry, Shade Boriowo disclosed that the demand for a skilled workforce is more pressing than ever, hence, the need to enhance skills and update the knowledge of the technical teachers and instructors with the latest caching methodologies.
“In the rapidly changing landscape of the global economy, skills development has emerged as a critical driver of economic growth and social progress. The demand for a skilled workforce is more pressing than ever. As technological advancements reshape industries and create new opportunities, the need for skilled professionals who can innovate becomes paramount.”
According to her, technical education plays a pivotal role in the context of equipping individuals with the practical knowledge and skills necessary to excel in their respective fields.
“More importantly, it bridges the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world applications, ensuring that our students are not just educated, but are also employable and industry ready.”
While describing the technical teachers as the cornerstone of the educational system, the Minister stressed that their role is indispensable in shaping the future of the students and consequently, the nation.
“Our goal is to ensure that you are well prepared to guide your students towards success in an ever-evolving job market.
“The Ministry of Education is committed to providing quality education that meets the demands of the 21st century. We are investing in modernizing our curricula, upgrading our facilities, and most importantly, supporting our educators. This training program is a testament to our dedication to continuous improvement and our belief in the power of education to transform lives.”
Earlier in her remarks, the Deputy Director of the Federal Ministry of Education, IDEAL Project office, Ihuoma Chidiebere Francisca, explained that the Innovation Development and Effectiveness in the Acquisition of Skills (IDEAS) project is a World Bank-assisted project domiciled at the Ministry.
This is just as she added that component 3 of the IDEAS project seeks to increase the availability of competent and motivated technical teachers and Instructors in Nigeria.
Also speaking, the Rector of Kaduna Polytechnic, Dr. Suleiman Umar, who was represented by his Deputy, Dr. Grace Bila said the training is a strategic step towards enhancing the capacity of the Nigerian skills development system to produce a workforce equipped with relevant and in demand competencies for both the formal and informal sector of the economy.
In their separate remarks, the beneficiaries applauded the initiative and promised to step down the knowledge acquired during the training to their respective students.
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