FG commences training of 100,000 youths in financial literacy, investment
The Ministry of Youth Development has teamed up with Investonaire Academy to begin the registration process for a nationwide financial education program aimed at training 100,000 youths each year in financial literacy, global trade, entrepreneurship, and investment.This information was included in a statement issued by the Ministry’s Director of Information and Public Relations, Omolara Esan, on Wednesday.
The statement highlights the Ministry’s dedication to empowering Nigerian youths, which is intended to change lives, enhance employability, and encourage sustainable wealth creation.
Esan mentioned that participants will gain access to a detailed and practical learning experience, noting that those who complete the program will be awarded an industry-recognized certificate that supports career growth and entrepreneurial development.
The Federal Ministry of Youth Development, along with Investonaire Academy, has begun registration for a complimentary nationwide financial education initiative aimed at training 100,000 Nigerian youths each year in financial literacy, global trade, entrepreneurship, and investing.
“This important initiative demonstrates the Ministry’s commitment to equipping young Nigerians with the essential knowledge and skills needed to thrive in today’s intricate financial environment. By increasing access to financial education, the program seeks to change lives, boost employability, and foster sustainable wealth creation across the nation.
“Through this partnership, participants will access a well-rounded and practical learning experience that spans global asset classes, including commodities, gold, equities, and foreign exchange, along with training in risk management, portfolio development, and strategies for wealth building. Participants who complete the program will earn an industry-recognized certificate that can aid in career progression and entrepreneurial success,” the statement partially expressed.
The Federal Government noted that the program will be conducted through a Learning Management System that incorporates gamified learning, simulations, and trading scenarios, and mentioned that in-person classes will start in Abuja, with other states to follow suit.
They also emphasized that this initiative is available to all youths, students, National Youth Service Corps members, and young professionals across the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory.
“The program will be executed through an interactive Learning Management System that includes gamified learning, simulations, quizzes, and practical trading scenarios, making financial education engaging and accessible. In-person training sessions will soon start in Abuja, with a plan to extend to additional states thereafter.
“The initiative welcomes all Nigerian youths, including students, NYSC participants, entrepreneurs, job seekers, and young professionals across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory,” the statement concluded.
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