The Federal Ministry of Education (FME) officially flagged off the Innovation Development and Effectiveness in the Acquisition of Skills – Technical and Vocational Education and Training (IDEAS-TVET) programme for accredited Training Service Providers (TSPs) in Lagos State.
The programme is implemented under the leadership of the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda, in partnership with the private sector and with support from the World Bank.
Date: Thursday, 26 February 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. prompt
Venue: Digital Age Consultants Ltd., Capital Building, No. 332 Idiroko Bus Stop, beside LASU Satellite Campus, Maryland, Lagos State.
The IDEAS-TVET programme is designed to equip Nigerian youth and young adults with world-class, industry-relevant skills to enhance employability, entrepreneurship, and national productivity.
The programme runs for a total period of six (6) months, comprising:
Three (3) months of intensive technical and vocational training, and
Three (3) months of internship and industrial exposure, providing participants with hands-on, real-world experience.
Participating Training Service Providers (TSPs) in Lagos State
The following accredited TSPs participated in the official flag-off ceremony:
TAT Nigeria Limited
Bridgia Solutions Ltd
Alobeda Fashion Academy
Tech Power Schools
Digital Age Consultants Ltd
Tree of Life
Okenghide Nigeria Company Ltd
God’s Mercy Consult Ltd
Imperial Education Technology Ltd
Mercdees Clothings
Haptics Limited
Honeytreat Trade Academy
Jonfema Nigeria Limited
GOMYCODE
Worden HCD Ltd
Citadel for Technological and Engineering Development (CITED)
SGL Training Provider
Unilag Consult Ltd
- Pierson Associate
Universal Learn Direct Academia
SchoolMedia Nigeria
Momas Metering School
Dignitaries and Key Officials
National officials present at the ceremony included Mrs. Aruna, Mrs. Ihuoma, Mrs. Regina, and Professor Ayara Ndem, who represented the National Coordinator of the IDEAS-TVET programme and also serves as the TVET Manager.
Highlights of Speeches
In his address, Professor Ayara Ndem congratulated the participating TSPs, emphasizing that selection into the IDEAS-TVET programme followed a rigorous screening process, which accounts for the limited number of qualified training centres. He commended the trainees for their courage, commitment, and dedication, and assured them that the Federal Government of Nigeria, in collaboration with the World Bank, is fully committed to fulfilling all promises made under the programme.
Professor Ndem further expressed appreciation to the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for prioritizing youth development through quality, globally competitive skills training. He called on all stakeholders to support the government’s efforts in empowering Nigerian youth for sustainable national development.
Speaking on behalf of the Training Service Providers, Dr. Ekunnusi, Chief Executive Officer of Digital Age Consultants Ltd. and a Creative Media Facilitator, expressed gratitude to the Federal Government for the opportunity given to Nigerian youth to demonstrate productivity, innovation, and diligence. He reaffirmed the commitment of TSPs to continuously impact and empower youths across the country.
Also speaking at the event, Prince Olaitan Royal, a Lagosian from the Ojora Royal Family and Chief Executive Officer of Royal Circle Connect (Oba’s Media), who is also a beneficiary of the IDEAS-TVET project in Creative Media Communications, appreciated the Federal Government for bringing the initiative to Lagos State—one of the world’s most prominent metropolitan cities. He pledged to actively promote and propagate the IDEAS-TVET initiative across both urban and rural communities within Lagos State.
The flag-off ceremony concluded successfully with a vibrant and well-coordinated photo session conducted by the Creative Media team of Digital Age Consultants Ltd. The event marked a significant milestone in the Federal Government’s commitment to youth empowerment, skills development, and sustainable economic growth through the IDEAS-TVET programme.
