The Presidency has launched a nationwide programme aimed at training 10 million Nigerians in financial literacy and inclusion as part of efforts to deepen economic participation and boost livelihoods across the country.
The initiative, backed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, will provide free training in financial skills, digital literacy, entrepreneurship, and other areas designed to enhance wealth creation and economic empowerment.
Registration for the programme is being coordinated by WAWUAfrica through a dedicated portal, with participants expected to sign up online.
Vice President Kashim Shettima formally announced the commencement of the registration during a virtual engagement with the Presidential Committee on Economic and Financial Inclusion (PreCEFI) and key development partners, including international organisations and regulatory agencies.
Shettima described the programme as a transformative initiative that could position Nigeria as a global model for financial inclusion, noting that it is designed to equip citizens with practical skills across sectors such as digital technology, healthcare, entrepreneurship, and vocational trades.
Officials also emphasised that the programme is entirely free of charge, warning Nigerians to avoid fraudsters who may attempt to exploit applicants during the registration process.
The initiative builds on earlier collaborations between government institutions and professional bodies, with expectations that it will expand access to skills, improve financial awareness, and support inclusive economic growth, particularly among women and young people.
