How iCreate SkillFest 2018 will empower Nigerian youths
By iCreate Skill Fest 2018 is a youth empowerment programme targeted at equipping Nigerian and African young people with skills needed to succeed in the 21st century.
iCreate Skill Fest 2018 is expected to shape public perception of vocational skills, serving as a catalyst to vocational skill acquisition, according to the organisers.
The event will enable young people appreciate the need to upscale their skills and ready themselves for 21st century challenges.
The vocational skills event is organised in partnership with Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry. It will take place in October 2018 alongside a host of other programmes, including skills competition, exhibition and a conference.
“With a focus on the youth and the upcoming generation, we will pioneer a new generation of credible, creative, innovative, and excellent vocational experts, who will tremendously and positively impact the Nigerian economy,” said the organisers.
The event will bring together talented technicians, artisan, tech start-ups, and innovators from universities, polytechnics and vocational training centres in Nigeria, while showcasing their skills excellence. Participants will compete for funding opportunities and exclusive internship programs.
The event is expected to attract hundreds of government officials, vocational skills experts, big firms and other stakeholders.
The organisers urge would-be participants to visit www.icreateafrica.com.
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