The National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) has announced that Nigeria has finally been admitted into the World Skills International (WSI).
The Head, Media Unit of NBTE, Mrs Fatima Abubakar, who disclosed this development in a statement issued to newsmen on Monday (today, August 26) in Kaduna, said the country’s admission came in a letter dated 20th August, 2024 and signed by Mr David Hoey, the CEO of the WSI Secretariat, Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
The letter confirmed Nigeria’s admission into
the membership of the world body with representation by the NBTE, Abubakar explained, adding that a membership certificate jointly signed by WSI President and CEO, has equally been issued .
According to Mrs. Abubakar, membership of the WSI is a great opportunity for Nigeria to participate in World Skills Competitions, even as it also offers Nigeria the chance to benefit from training, mentorship and scholarships in the development of skills.
“The journey started over 10 years ago and we just achieved this great feat. World Skills Nigeria has now been realized,” she enthused, according to a report by NAN.
The Media Head quoted the NBTE’s Executive Secretary, Prof. Idris Bugaje as expressing appreciation for the support received from the Minister who is elated at the development.
Bugaje commended the Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman and the Nigerian team led by Mrs Yemisi Akinrinade, who diligently worked towards the achievement.
She said Nigerian youths now have an opportunity to shine on the world stage using innovations in skills development as a tool to bring accolades to the nation.
The executive secretary called on governments and the private sector to support the programmes of World Skills Nigeria.
Bugaje also called on them to encourage the youths to make skills their first career choice and to turn around the fortunes of Nigeria through skills.
