Technical education key to tackling youth unemployment — IIT Director

Nigerian Tribune | 02-10-2026 01:40am |

The Director of the Industrial Training Fund (ITF) has emphasized that technical education is crucial for addressing youth unemployment in Nigeria. He noted that the industrial sector cannot afford to entrust expensive equipment to inadequately trained personnel. Poor technical competence could lead to equipment breakdown, business losses, and reduced productivity. The director called for strengthened technical education to bridge skills gaps.

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