Nigeria’s workforce is overwhelmingly young, presenting a powerful demographic advantage. Nearly 70 percent of the population is under 30, positioning the country as one of the most dynamic labour markets globally.
This youth bulge is already driving innovation across industries and new forms of economic participation, from entrepreneurship and gig work to the rapid expansion of digital and creative industries. Across sectors, young Nigerians are not only seeking jobs but actively creating them, reshaping traditional employment pathways in the process.
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Positioning digital learning as a viable pathway to quality employment, therefore, requires a coordinated, multi-layered strategy. First, digital literacy must be mainstreamed across all levels of education, moving beyond isolated ICT courses to become a core component of everyday teaching and learning.
Second, infrastructure investments must be extended to underserved areas. Initiatives such as the
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