The government of Nigeria has started the first step for the 3 Million Technical Talent (3MTT) program.
People can now apply at Fellow.3mtt.training.
What is 3MTT?
The 3MTT is a big plan by the government. Dr. Bosun Tijani, the main person for Communication and Digital things in the government, told everyone about this on Friday. This program is part of a big goal called Renewed Hope. Its job is to make Nigeria strong in tech skills. Nigeria wants to be known for having a lot of skilled people.
The government will work with a group called NITDA and other people. They will pick people who like certain skills. The government will pay for their training.
How will it work?
Dr. Tijani said that they want to train 30,000 people first. This is 1% of the total number they want. They have a plan for this. They talked with many groups to make this plan.
People will learn many skills. Some of them are:
- How to sell things online (Digital Marketing).
- How to manage projects on the computer.
- How to use the cloud.
- How to understand data.
- How to make websites look nice (Graphics Design, UX/UI Design).
- And many more.
The 3 Steps of the Program
Dr. Tijani talked about a rule. It’s called the “1%-10%-100% Rule”. This rule is like a map. It helps the government do things in a good way. It helps them save money and do things right.
The rule has 3 steps:
- Prototyping (1%) – This is like a test. They try small things to see if they work.
- Piloting (10%) – This is like a small version. They do it with a few people.
- Scaling (100%) – This is the big version. They do it with many people.
How to Join NITDA 3MTT Program
The government has a program called 3MTT. It’s to teach Nigerians tech skills. This helps get more digital jobs in Nigeria. They aim to have lots of jobs by 2025. The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and other groups are working on this.
In the first part, they will teach 12 different tech topics. Some examples are making software, designing websites, understanding data, and making animations. This training is free for people who join.
Companies can also be a part of this. They can teach these skills. Even if a company doesn’t have its own building, it can join. But, the company needs to find a place where teaching can happen if it’s needed.
Want to be part of this program? It’s simple and free. Here’s how to join:
- Go to the website: www.https://3mtt.nitda.gov.ng.
- You’ll need some details like your NIN, email, and phone number.
- There’s a form to fill out. It will ask about your job and skills you already know.
- Then, choose a tech topic you’d like to learn from the list.
- After filling everything, send the form.
- Then, wait. They will send you an email later.
Remember, everything is in English. This is a great chance to learn new tech skills for free. The government hopes this will help Nigeria grow in the digital world. It’s a big step towards more tech jobs in the country.
Remember, this is a good chance. The government wants to help people learn. They want Nigeria to be strong in tech skills. Don’t miss this chance
NITDA 3MTT Program News
The Nigerian government is planning what to do next for a big technology training program. This program, called the 3 Million Technical Talent (3MTT), is very popular. Over 1 million people have signed up because they want to learn new tech skills.
The person in charge of digital things, Dr. Bosun Tijani, says they will soon tell people what to do if they signed up. He shared this news on the internet and said people should look at their emails. They will get more details in 12 hours.
Dr. Tijani also showed that many businesses, about 18,644, and over 1,400 groups want to be part of the program.
A big company will give money to the program. They will give N1 billion. This will help pay for places where people will learn for three years.
The government wants to teach 3 million people about technology in four years.
The training will happen in three steps:
- First, 30,000 people will learn.
- Next, 300,000 people will learn.
- Lastly, the rest will learn until all 3 million have been taught.
- People in the program will learn different tech skills.
They will learn things like:
- Selling online (Digital Marketing)
- Planning projects with special programs
- Using Cloud services Understanding data (Data Analysis and Visualization)
- Making websites easy to find (SEO)
- Managing customer relationships with programs (CRM Management)
- Using programs for money tasks
- Creating designs and user experiences (Graphics Design and UX/UI Design)
These skills are important because they help people do their jobs better with technology.
FAQs on Nigeria FG opens applications for 3 million technical talent program
Q: Who is eligible to participate in the 3MTT program?
The 3MTT program is open to all Nigerians, regardless of their age, gender, or educational background. Participants must be willing to learn and apply technical skills.
Q: What technical skills will be taught in the 3MTT program?
The 3MTT program will cover a wide range of technical skills, including software development, data science, cybersecurity, and cloud computing. Participants will also learn soft skills such as communication, teamwork, and problem-solving.
How much does it cost to participate in the 3MTT program?
The 3MTT program is free of charge for participants.
Where will the 3MTT program take place?
The 3MTT program will take place in training centers across Nigeria.
What will I get after completing the 3MTT program?
Upon successful completion of the 3MTT program, participants will receive a certificate of completion and will be assisted with job placement.