Get Ready, South-East! The Federal Government of Nigeria Teams Up with Amazon for a Digital Skills Revolution!

Tech enthusiasts, students across Enugu, Ebonyi, Anambra, and Imo states! 

Get ready for some incredibly exciting news that's set to change the game for digital skills development.

The Federal Government, under the "Renewed Hope Agenda," has just launched a groundbreaking partnership with none other than Amazon Web Services (AWS)!

 What does this mean for us? It means FREE digital skills training and certification for students and educators in our tertiary institutions!

Imagine gaining cutting-edge knowledge and certifications in areas that are driving the global economy:

Cloud Computing: The backbone of modern digital services.

Artificial Intelligence (AI): The future of innovation.

Machine Learning: Making machines smarter and more efficient.

And many other related crucial technologies!

This isn't just a dream; it's happening now! While the program is already active in 43 federal universities and polytechnics nationwide, the great news is that it's rapidly expanding to include all state and private tertiary institutions.

Think about the incredible opportunities this opens up for students at places like:

Enugu State: University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT), Godfrey Okoye University, and Coal City University.

Ebonyi State: Ebonyi State University (EBSU), Alex Ekwueme Federal University, Ndufu-Alike (AE-FUNAI), and Akanu Ibiam Federal Polytechnic, Unwana.

Anambra State: Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, and Federal Polytechnic, Oko.

Imo State: Federal University of Technology Owerri (FUTO), Imo State University (IMSU), and Imo State Polytechnic.

The Ministry of Education is serious about making this a success. They've already requested institutions to nominate their program coordinators by Friday, July 19, 2025, at 5 PM. So, if you're a student or educator in any of these fantastic institutions, now's the time to reach out to your school administration and get involved!

The best part? This certification is 100% free! The costs are being shared between the Ministry and AWS, all with a clear vision: to bridge the digital divide and empower our youth with the skills needed to thrive in the 21st century.

This initiative is a massive step forward in equipping our workforce with the tools for tomorrow. Let's embrace this opportunity and make the South-East a powerhouse of digital talent!