Dr Bosun Tijani NCC boss
MTN Nigeria has reinforced its commitment to Nigeria’s digital future with a ₦3 billion cumulative investment in the Federal Government’s 3 Million Technical Talent (3MTT) programme.
In the report excerpts from Dr Bosun Tijani, NCC boss Twitter handling saying The programme, launched to develop a new generation of skilled digital professionals, is a flagship initiative aimed at making Nigeria a net exporter of technical talent. Since its inception, 3MTT has provided thousands of young Nigerians across the country with access to critical digital skills training.
MTN, one of the earliest and most consistent private sector backers of the initiative, has been instrumental in scaling the programme and expanding opportunities for digital inclusion.
According to the report, while speaking on the partnership, a government official emphasized the importance of sustained collaboration with the private sector in driving digital transformation.
“Public-private partnerships like this are key to building a future-ready workforce. MTN’s support demonstrates what’s possible when corporate organizations align with national development goals,” the official said.
The 3MTT initiative forms part of the broader digital economy strategy aimed at unlocking the potential of Nigeria’s large youth population. By bridging the skills gap and enhancing employability, the programme seeks to position the country as a global hub for tech talent.
As the government moves to expand the reach of the programme, it is calling for deeper private sector participation to create more opportunities and strengthen Nigeria’s digital economy.
MTN’s investment, which now totals ₦3 billion, stands as a model of corporate commitment to national progress. It reflects the company’s broader vision of supporting innovation, economic growth, and #NigerianExcellence through inclusive access to technology and training.
The success of the 3MTT programme underscores the growing role of public-private partnerships in shaping Nigeria’s future in the global digital landscape.
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