LAGOS STATE UNVEILS AMBITIOUS EKO DIGITAL TRAINING TO EMPOWER YOUTH IN IBA AND IKORODU
The Lagos State Government, through its proactive Ministry of Tertiary Education, has proudly announced the commencement of Eko Digital Training program, strategically targeting the youth populations in Badagry and Ikorodu divisions.
This comprehensive initiative is a cornerstone of the Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu’s government’s unwavering commitment to fostering robust educational advancement, cultivating vital entrepreneurial skills and information technology knowledge among the state’s vibrant young demographic.
The intensive training is slated to run from July 28th to August 1st, 2025, and will be conveniently hosted at Iba ICT Center, Iba Town, Iba LCDA, Ojo in Badagry division and Ikorodu Division Resource Development Group (IDRDG), CBT Center, Ikorodu Town Hall, Ikorodu Division.
The program’s meticulously crafted curriculum is designed to equip participants with a powerful blend of digital literacy and entrepreneurial acumen. This includes crucial modern competencies such as emotional intelligence a key attribute for personal and professional success and an introduction to the burgeoning field of artificial intelligence, ensuring attendees gain access to cutting-edge, high-quality education and practical training.
Addressing press on Wednesday at Ikeja, Hon. Tolani Sule, the Commissioner for Tertiary Education, passionately articulated the state government’s resolute dedication to upholding a standard of excellence across all tertiary institutions. He emphatically stated that this digital and entrepreneurial skills training serves as a tangible manifestation of this commitment.
According to him, the programme is set to offer a diverse array of specialized courses and modules, all meticulously tailored to arm young individuals in Lagos state with the specific skills and comprehensive knowledge required to thrive and achieve success in their chosen career paths within today’s dynamic global landscape.
Tolani said both the Iba and Ikorodu training centers will provide an optimal learning environment, boasting access to state-of-the-art facilities, guidance from highly experienced instructors, and a genuinely supportive atmosphere conducive to effective learning. He said this holistic approach is designed to empower participants to swiftly acquire the essential knowledge and practical skills needed to not only compete but also excel in our fast-paced, technologically driven world.
In his remarks, the Permanent Secretary in the ministry, Adeniran Kasali said the investment in digital training is the bedrock for cultivating a more prosperous and globally competitive economy, which will, in turn, significantly enhance the overall quality of life for its youth and all residents across the state.
He thereafter, extends a warm and earnest invitation to all eligible young people in Iba and Ikorodu to wholeheartedly embrace this exceptional opportunity and actively participate in the array of free digital programmes and courses on offer.
This training is a follow up to the earlier ones held for the youth in Yaba, Agege and Epe last and early this year demonstrates Lagos state government firmly holds the conviction that a strategic and sustained investment in education and comprehensive skills development is paramount to reducing unemployment and create self sustenance among the teeming youth in the state
Mamud Hassan
Director, Public Affairs
Ministry of Tertiary Education
July 23th, 2025
