Kaduna Government Partners with Google to Empower 5,000 Women in Tech Skills
The Kaduna State Government has reached an agreement with Google to train 5,000 women and girls in data science, artificial intelligence and the entrepreneurial application of digital technologies.
According to a statement by the governor's spokesperson on Monday, the initiative, which is part of a broader skills development program supported by Google, aims to equip 20,000 more women and young people across Nigeria with 21st century skills, positioning them for opportunities in the digital and creative industries.
“The program will be delivered by Data Science Nigeria, which will establish Arewa Tech4Ladies. This initiative is designed to serve four key semi-urban and rural communities in Kaduna State, providing specialist learning, mentoring and women-focused job placement programs.”
In his remarks, Uba Sani, the state governor, said inclusion in tech is not just about social equity; it is a matter of economic progress.
"By equipping our women with digital skills, we not only break down gender barriers, but we also pave the way for meaningful economic growth.
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"This partnership with Google underscores our commitment to harnessing the vast potential of our women for the socio-economic transformation of Kaduna State and Nigeria as a whole."
Google's Director for West Africa, Olumide Balogun, said: "The future of technology in Nigeria depends on harnessing the potential of every individual, regardless of gender.
“Our collaboration with the Kaduna State Government demonstrates our unwavering belief in the transformative power of women in technology.
"With the support of Google.org, we are committed to fostering a more inclusive digital landscape, ensuring that every woman trained becomes a beacon of change in the world of technology."
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The Kaduna State Government has reached an agreement with Google to train 5,000 women and girls in data science, artificial intelligence and the entrepreneurial application of digital technologies.
According to a statement by the governor's spokesperson on Monday, the initiative, which is part of a broader skills development program supported by Google, aims to equip 20,000 more women and young people across Nigeria with 21st century skills, positioning them for opportunities in the digital and creative industries.
“The program will be delivered by Data Science Nigeria, which will establish Arewa Tech4Ladies. This initiative is designed to serve four key semi-urban and rural communities in Kaduna State, providing specialist learning, mentoring and women-focused job placement programs.”
In his remarks, Uba Sani, the state governor, said inclusion in tech is not just about social equity; it is a matter of economic progress.
"By equipping our women with digital skills, we not only break down gender barriers, but we also pave the way for meaningful economic growth.
READ ALSO:
"This partnership with Google underscores our commitment to harnessing the vast potential of our women for the socio-economic transformation of Kaduna State and Nigeria as a whole."
Google's Director for West Africa, Olumide Balogun, said: "The future of technology in Nigeria depends on harnessing the potential of every individual, regardless of gender.
“Our collaboration with the Kaduna State Government demonstrates our unwavering belief in the transformative power of women in technology.
"With the support of Google.org, we are committed to fostering a more inclusive digital landscape, ensuring that every woman trained becomes a beacon of change in the world of technology."
Support PREMIUM TIMES integrity and credibility journalism Good journalism is very expensive. Yet only good journalism can guarantee the possibility of a good society, an accountable democracy and a transparent government. For free and continued access to the best investigative journalism in the country, we ask that you consider your modest support of this noble endeavour. By contributing to PREMIUM TIMES, you are helping to keep relevant journalism alive and ensuring that it remains free and accessible to everyone. Make a donation [embedded content]TEXT ANNOUNCEMENT: Call Willie - +2348098788999
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