In a bid to enhance Nigeria’s foreign exchange earnings, the federal government has announced plans to commence the export of skilled workers, particularly welders and technicians, to other African countries and the global market.
The federal Minister of State for Steel Development, Uba Maigari Ahmadu, revealed this during a meeting with the management of the welding federation committee held in Abuja.
Federal Government Plans to Export Skilled Workers to Boost Foreign Exchange Earnings
Emphasizing the potential of coordinated skills acquisition, Ahmadu highlighted the opportunity to export skilled professionals and generate foreign exchange for the nation.
“We are making significant strides in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda, spearheaded by President Tinubu. Through effective coordination of skills acquisition, we aim to export not only welders but also skilled technicians, contributing to forex earnings for Nigeria,” stated Minister Ahmadu.
Ayo Ogtan, CEO of Welding Federation, echoed the importance of integrating Nigerian workers into the global market. He emphasized the necessity of diversifying expertise and foreseeing specialists emerging in various fields such as pipeline construction, shipbuilding, and mineral processing plants.
Ogtan highlighted the potential for Africa to overcome its historical challenges in mineral development and processing by developing local skills.
He underscored the need for Nigeria to shift focus from solely relying on oil and gas to tapping into other sectors, thereby fostering multi-dimensional growth and development.
The government’s initiative aims to not only alleviate unemployment within the country but also position Nigeria as a hub for skilled labour export, ultimately contributing to economic growth and prosperity.
