Aliyu A. Kure Calls for Partnerships and Support for ‘Skill Up Lapai’ Initiative

In a bold move aimed at transforming the region, Aliyu A. Kure has officially launched the Skill Up Lapai initiative, a groundbreaking program designed to equip the local community with vital digital skills. This project, which aims to empower individuals in Lapai through enhanced digital literacy, promises to open new doors to opportunities in the digital economy.

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Kure emphasized the importance of partnerships in achieving the initiative’s ambitious goals, urging both local and international organizations to collaborate in fostering innovation, creating employment opportunities, and supporting the underserved groups, including youths and women.

“Technology is the bridge to success, and through Skill Up Lapai, we are building that bridge for our community,” said Kure. “With your partnership, we can ensure that Lapai becomes a hub for digital transformation, where everyone, regardless of their background, can thrive in the 21st-century economy.”

The Skill Up Lapai program will focus on empowering participants with the tools they need to succeed, from digital literacy to entrepreneurship and job opportunities in tech-driven fields. The initiative is designed to drive long-term growth and sustainable development for the region.

In a significant development, Kure also revealed plans to extend the Skill Up program to other local government areas across Niger State. This expansion is aimed at ensuring that the benefits of digital skills training reach a wider population, helping more communities embrace the digital age and create sustainable livelihoods.

“We are not stopping at Lapai,” Kure explained. “Our goal is to roll out Skill Up across Niger State, bringing digital skills and opportunities to every corner of our state. Together, we can make Niger a leader in digital innovation and empowerment.”

As the program gathers momentum, Kure called on organizations, businesses, and individuals to get involved, whether by offering training, resources, or expertise. He also promised upcoming workshops and training sessions for all interested members of the community.

“We are at the beginning of something extraordinary,” Kure said. “Together, we can make Lapai and Niger State proud examples of digital innovation.”

What to know about Lapai Skill-up initiative

Lapai is a grassroot digital hub in Niger State that leverages digital tools for community development.

If you wish to be trained by expertise persons in digital tools and Technologies, then Lapai is the just for you.

Such skills like content creation, Data analysis, Digital marketing, Internet of things and other digital education are available on Lapai.

The change driven Lapai skill -up  thrives on the unique pedestals of  Lapia innovation lab and Lapia TV which are great platform for digital literacy.

You can connect with Lapai on Instagram at Lapaitv.