Nigeria’s 3MTT Programme Trains Over 135,000 Citizens, Enters Scale-Up Phase
According to the Minister, the programme has trained more than 135,000 Nigerians across three cohorts, while community-based learning resources have extended digital skills access to over 300,000 learners nationwide.
Nigeria’s Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. ’Bosun Tijani, has provided an update on the progress of the 3 Million Technical Talent (3MTT) Nigeria programme, highlighting significant gains made during its pilot phase.
According to the Minister, the programme has trained more than 135,000 Nigerians across three cohorts, while community-based learning resources have extended digital skills access to over 300,000 learners nationwide. The initiative has also contributed to the creation of about 15,000 job and opportunity pathways, supporting employment and career growth within Nigeria’s digital economy.
Dr. Tijani noted that more than 1.8 million Nigerians are currently within the 3MTT pipeline, as the programme advances toward its long-term goal of equipping three million citizens with in-demand digital skills aligned with global and local labour market needs.
As the programme transitions into its scale-up phase, the focus will shift toward deepening impact. Key priorities include strengthening the 3MTT alumni community, expanding access to economic opportunities, and ensuring that acquired skills translate into tangible outcomes such as jobs, entrepreneurship, and innovation.
To support this next phase, the Minister has invited fellows and partners to share their experiences through the #3MTTImpactChallenge, as part of a National Impact Reflection aimed at gathering insights on how the programme has influenced participants’ personal and professional journeys.
