The Director General National Directorate of Employment (NDE), Mr. Silas Ali Agara, has applauded the federal government’s policy introducing 15 vocational skills into primary and secondary school curricular.
Agara expressed belief that the initiative will drive substantial youth employment under President Bola Tinubu’s administration.
The DG described the policy as a “pragmatic and far-reaching component of the Renewed Hope Agenda”.
According to him, President Bola Tinubu’s endorsement highlights a commitment to addressing unemployment, non-productivity, and youth restiveness in a nation with one of the world’s largest youth populations.
The NDE DG also emphasised that the policy reflects Tinubu’s goal to foster a generation of skilled, focused, and empowered young Nigerians who are equipped to impact their world.
Agara, in a media statement, explained that the new curriculum overhaul is part of a comprehensive strategy of the current administration to create jobs, boost productivity, and drive economic growth. This strategy includes initiatives across various Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs).
“At the NDE, we are implementing practical steps to fulfill our mandate, especially with President Tinubu’s active focus on youth issues. It’s encouraging that the government has introduced 15 core skills into the nine-year basic education curriculum for public and private schools nationwide,” Agara noted.
He further explained that by embedding these skills in the curriculum, the administration prioritizes early skill acquisition to empower the country’s youth to contribute to national productivity through self-employment and the creation of goods and services.
