As Nigeria unveils the National Talent Export Programme (NATEP) to create one million jobs over the next five years, it's hard not to recall similar pledges from past administrations. While promising on paper, each initiative has often been left by the wayside by subsequent governments, leaving millions of Nigerian youths in a perpetual cycle of hope and disappointment.
During the 78th United Nations General Assembly in New York, Doris Uzoka-Anite, the Minister of Industry, Trade, and Investment, announced that NATEP will serve as a beacon of hope for the youth of Nigeria. The program aligns with President Bola Tinubu's vision to diversify the economy and create around 50 million jobs. However, given the country's history, some Nigerians may question whether NATEP will genuinely make a difference or become just another unsuccessful attempt at creating employment opportunities.
Uzoka-Anite emphasised that NATEP aims to position Nigeria as a leading global hub for service export, talent sourcing, and talent export. The stakes are high, with the worldwide talent-sourcing industry projected to reach $904 billion by 2027. Yet, the real challenge lies in ensuring that NATEP doesn't meet the same fate as its predecessors.
As reported by Vanguard News, Dr Bosun Tijani, the Minister of Communication, Innovation, and Digital Economy, welcomed the initiative. At the same time, Dr. Saadia Zahidi of the World Economic Forum pledged support for Nigeria's efforts.
During the 78th United Nations General Assembly in New York, Doris Uzoka-Anite, the Minister of Industry, Trade, and Investment, announced that NATEP will serve as a beacon of hope for the youth of Nigeria. The program aligns with President Bola Tinubu's vision to diversify the economy and create around 50 million jobs. However, given the country's history, some Nigerians may question whether NATEP will genuinely make a difference or become just another unsuccessful attempt at creating employment opportunities.
Uzoka-Anite emphasised that NATEP aims to position Nigeria as a leading global hub for service export, talent sourcing, and talent export. The stakes are high, with the worldwide talent-sourcing industry projected to reach $904 billion by 2027. Yet, the real challenge lies in ensuring that NATEP doesn't meet the same fate as its predecessors.
As reported by Vanguard News, Dr Bosun Tijani, the Minister of Communication, Innovation, and Digital Economy, welcomed the initiative. At the same time, Dr. Saadia Zahidi of the World Economic Forum pledged support for Nigeria's efforts.
