The Federal Government has launched the third cohort of its 3 Million Technical Talent (3MTT) programme, welcoming an additional 90,000 Nigerians to embark on a journey to acquire essential tech skills for the digital economy.
Announced by the Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Dr Bosun Tijani, this expansion targets the development of Nigeria’s technical workforce, ensuring the nation becomes a huge source of tech talent.
Dr Tijani shared the announcement via social media platform X, encouraging both new and returning participants to engage with the learning resources available.
Those already in the programme can access their training dashboards for foundational courses and assessments, while applications remain open to new entrants via the website.
The 3MTT programme has been structured in multiple phases to methodically scale Nigeria’s tech talent pool. Cohort 1, launched in the programme’s early phase, trained 30,000 individuals, followed by the second cohort in March, which enrolled 270,000 participants.
The addition of 90,000 fellows to 3MTT cohort 3 kicks off further progress towards the goal of training three million Nigerians in marketable tech skills.
Reflecting on the success of previous cohorts, Tijani noted that many first-cohort participants have already gained placements as interns nationwide.
Beyond on-the-job experience, these fellows are actively participating in hackathons, enabling them to apply their skills to real-world projects and showcase their abilities in building practical tech solutions.
The 3MTT initiative aligns closely with the government’s Renewed Hope agenda, which seeks to strengthen Nigeria’s digital economy and establish the country as a competitive exporter of tech talent.
Participants are trained in a wide range of in-demand skills designed to boost productivity in roles that leverage digital tools, including Digital Marketing, Data Analysis, Project Management Software, Cloud Platforms, SEO, CRM Management, Accounting Software, Graphics Design, and UX/UI Design, among others.
The programme’s structure and curriculum were developed collaboratively, incorporating insights from government agencies, educational institutions, and industry partners.
Through this support, the 3MTT initiative is providing individuals with the necessary skills and ensuring a solid talent pipeline that contributes to Nigeria’s economic transformation and competitive edge in the global tech industry.
