ITF's Dr Ogun Positions Nigeria in Global Skills Arena

Dr Afiz Oluwatoyin Ogun, the director-general and CEO of the Industrial Training Fund (ITF), stated that Nigeria has been positioned on the global skills map with the establishment of the WorldSkills Academy in Abuja and its admission as the 83rd member of WorldSkills International. This announcement was made during the ITF's 55th anniversary and three years of transformative leadership under Ogun at its headquarters in Jos.

He highlighted that these initiatives are creating opportunities for skilled Nigerians to compete globally and contribute to economic growth. Ogun expressed his vision for the ITF to be recognized as a leading learning and development agency, emphasizing the importance of a proactive and resilient workforce.

He also noted the establishment of a world-class quality assurance system and the completion of various projects, including a fueling station and a Modern Skills Academy. Ogun mentioned ongoing solar energy projects and the construction of a specialized Mechatronics and ICT Training Centre in Ikare-Akoko.