As part of measure towards empowering the Youth with required skills for development, the Federal Government has partnerd a foreign firm.

The Minister of Education, Professor Tahir Mamman, while receiving Dr. Matteo Prosper, CEO of Lorenzo, during a pivotal courtesy visit that marks the beginning of a promising collaboration aimed at revolutionizing technical and vocational education in Nigeria, restated the focus of the Federal Government in this direction.

Professor Mamman underscored the urgency of equipping Nigeria's youth with the skills needed to thrive in an evolving global economy noting that, the Youth represent 65% of the population, and their future hinges on the quality of education and skill development they received.

He declared that the collaboration with firm was not just a partnership; but a transformative step towards achieving international standards of training and certification that will unlock unprecedented opportunities for young people.

He expressed optimism that this collaboration would play a pivotal role in realizing President Tinubu's vision for Nigeria, where young people are empowered to become innovative entrepreneurs, creating jobs and driving economic growth, or highly sought-after professionals, contributing to Nigeria's global competitiveness.

Earlier, Dr. Matteo Prosper, CEO of Lorenzo, expressed his company's dedication to supporting Nigeria's educational aspirations saying the proposed project was designed to meet the specific needs of Nigeria's technical education sector, ensuring that students are not only skilled but are also prepared for the demands of modern industries.

Also, Roland Ruhuanuriza, the African Regional Manager for Lorenzo, concluded by unveiling the vision for the Tinubu Renewed Hope Centre of Excellence.

The meeting concluded with a mutual commitment to the swift implementation of this groundbreaking initiative, which promises to be a cornerstone in Nigeria's journey towards industrial and economic transformation.