Tezza Academy and the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) have partnered to establish an IT specialization training facility in Lagos. The goal of the partnership is to train young Nigerians in high-end IT skills, particularly in software testing and software quality assurance. The facility will offer comprehensive training programs in areas such as product development, technology stack specialization, and customer experience management.
The collaboration aims to address the increasing issue of youth unemployment in Nigeria by providing young individuals with industry-specific knowledge and skills in technology. The training facility will cater to youths from all tribes and religions, offering equal opportunities to acquire valuable tech skills.
The PFN believes that partnering with Tezza Academy will contribute to reducing unemployment and job insecurity in the country, thereby enhancing the nation’s prosperity. The partnership will also benefit various industries, including banking, oil and gas, insurance, healthcare, and telecommunications, by providing a pool of skilled IT professionals within Nigeria, reducing the need to search for talent abroad.
Tezza Academy, since its launch in the previous year, has been successful in bridging the gap for local talents by providing a curriculum that combines structured instructional programs with practical field experience. The academy fosters a collaborative learning environment that equips trainees with the necessary IT skills and real-world exposure.
The partnership with the PFN will expand opportunities for more young Nigerians to benefit from the academy’s residency training model, which is provided at no cost to the trainees. The partnership also aims to secure placement opportunities for trainees upon successful completion of their training and attainment of the required certifications, leveraging PFN’s extensive network.
Mr. Jide Modele, a partner at Tezza Business Solutions and the Managing Director of Tezza Academy, described the partnership as groundbreaking and emphasized its potential to positively impact Nigerian youths by enhancing their capacity and relevance in the global economy. He highlighted the ongoing demand for highly skilled IT resources and stressed the importance of concerted efforts from both the public and private sectors to address the skill gap.
In summary, Tezza Academy and PFN are collaborating to train young Nigerians in software testing and IT skills. The partnership aims to address youth unemployment, provide industry-specific knowledge, and empower Nigerian youths with high-end IT competencies, bridging the skill gap in the country.
