The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, disclosed the target in a statement issued on Sunday in Abuja by his Special Adviser on Media and Communications, Mr Ikharo Attah.
According to the statement, the initiative is part of the Federal Government’s broader efforts to reposition Nigeria’s education and skills development system to meet the demands of the global labour market.
The government said the reforms are designed to move beyond traditional academic qualifications by strengthening technical, vocational and digital skills that can make Nigerians more competitive both locally and internationally.
The proposed target of 10 million globally certified Nigerians is expected to focus on skills that are recognised across international markets, potentially creating opportunities for Nigerians to work for employers and businesses beyond the country.
The government also linked the skills initiative to its ambition of creating one million export-linked jobs by 2030, with the aim of increasing Nigeria’s participation in the global services and digital economy.
The statement said education reforms would therefore be closely connected to employment, entrepreneurship, productivity and the changing requirements of industries.
The Federal Government has increasingly emphasised technical and vocational education, digital skills and industry-relevant training as important components of its efforts to address unemployment and prepare young Nigerians for emerging opportunities.
Under the proposed approach, skills development is expected to provide Nigerians with qualifications and competencies that can meet internationally recognised standards while supporting businesses that provide services to global markets.
The government’s announcement also comes amid growing interest in Nigeria’s capacity to take advantage of the global demand for technology, professional services, creative industries and other knowledge-based sectors.
If achieved, the 2030 targets would represent a significant expansion in the number of Nigerians equipped with internationally recognised skills and could increase the country’s pool of workers participating in the global economy.
The Education Ministry said the reforms would be pursued through stronger partnerships among government institutions, educational establishments, employers, training providers and other stakeholders in the skills ecosystem.
The Federal Government maintained that aligning education with global workforce requirements remains central to building a more productive economy and ensuring that Nigerian graduates and skilled workers are prepared for opportunities beyond the country’s borders.
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