The Nigeria government has partnered with Amazon Web Services (AWS) Academy to launch a nationwide digital skills development programme for Nigerian educators and students, offering free access to top-tier training in cloud computing, AI, and other emerging tech fields.
Spearheaded by the Federal Ministry of Education under Hon. Minister Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa, the initiative is part of the Renewed Hope Agenda and the Nigeria Education Sector Renewal Initiative (NESRI)—a drive to modernize Nigeria’s learning systems and bridge the country’s digital divide.
“This programme is both timely and transformative,” Dr. Alausa said. “It will empower our students and educators to thrive in the digital economy.”
Key Highlights:
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Access to AWS Academy Courses: Participants will receive world-class training in cloud technologies, AI, and ML, including practical labs and certification pathways.
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100% Free Certification: The Ministry and AWS will jointly cover the full cost of certification—making it completely free for all participants.
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Pilot Success: 43 federal universities and polytechnics have already joined, with a nationwide rollout now underway.
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Open to All Tertiary Institutions: Federal, state, and private universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education are encouraged to enroll.
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Institutional Nomination: Heads of schools are urged to appoint programme coordinators to facilitate onboarding.
Educators and students interested in positioning themselves for global digital careers are encouraged to apply before the deadline: Friday, July 19, 2025, by 5:00 PM.
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