In a period when the job market is tightening and young people are desperately searching for meaningful opportunities, the Pantami Foundation has introduced a fresh ray of hope. The foundation has opened its third training initiative, targeting more than 10,000 Nigerian youths with free courses in phone repair and artificial intelligence (AI).
This new programme is not just another skills acquisition scheme—it is designed to address two urgent realities: the need for young people to secure reliable incomes today, and the need to prepare them for a future dominated by digital technologies tomorrow.
Speaking during the official announcement, foundation representatives explained that the training was conceived as a response to the growing demand for affordable, hands-on education that empowers youths with both technical and entrepreneurial skills. For many young Nigerians, the ability to fix a smartphone is a direct ticket to income generation, while AI knowledge opens doors to global opportunities in tech.
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Positioning Nigerian Youths for the Fourth Industrial Revolution
Globally, conversations about the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) are shaping decisions around employment, education, and innovation. From self-driving cars to AI-powered healthcare, the world is moving at a speed that often leaves developing nations struggling to catch up. Nigeria, with its large population of young people, cannot afford to remain on the sidelines.
Prof. Suleiman Mohammed, speaking on behalf of the Pantami Foundation, referenced statistics from the World Economic Forum projecting that AI and other emerging technologies will generate over 170 million new jobs worldwide in the coming decade. His words were clear: “We must ensure our youths are equipped to seize these opportunities rather than being left behind.”
The programme is structured to blend local needs with global trends. Phone repair training will enable participants to start small businesses almost immediately, serving their communities while becoming self-reliant. On the other hand, AI training will expose them to the fast-growing digital economy where remote work, coding, and data analysis are redefining employment.
By bringing both skill sets under one umbrella, the Pantami Foundation is positioning Nigerian youths to compete locally and globally—whether as technicians on the street corner or as innovators building the next breakthrough software.
Beyond Training: A Commitment to Community Upliftment
What makes the Pantami Foundation phone-repair and AI training for Nigerian youth stand out is its deep community-driven approach. This is not a flashy, one-time donation drive; it is part of a consistent pattern of empowerment. Over the years, the foundation has provided JAMB registration scholarships, university tuition support, and sponsored numerous educational programmes across different states.
One official captured the spirit of the initiative when he said: “We are not only training individuals; we are cultivating futures. Each youth empowered becomes a multiplier, creating more opportunities for others in their community.”
Participants of the programme are expected to undergo practical, mentor-guided sessions. For phone repair, trainees will learn diagnostic techniques, software updates, hardware replacement, and customer service skills. For AI, the curriculum will cover basic programming, machine learning concepts, and practical problem-solving using AI tools.
The larger vision is clear: reduce unemployment, stimulate entrepreneurship, and encourage innovation. When thousands of young people can generate income legally and creatively, crime reduces, hope grows, and communities thrive.
Stories from earlier initiatives prove this. In previous training rounds, several beneficiaries went on to establish small businesses, employing others and contributing to local economies. One graduate, Amina from Bauchi, started a micro-business fixing smartphones in her area. She now trains two apprentices and supports her siblings’ education. The foundation expects this third phase to multiply such success stories nationwide.
Applications Open in Gombe—Nationwide Rollout Expected
For now, the training is focused on Gombe State, the birthplace of Professor Isa Pantami. Applications opened on Monday, 25 August 2025 and will close on Sunday, 31 August 2025. Interested youths are encouraged to apply early via the foundation’s official link.
The decision to start in Gombe is symbolic but strategic. As with past initiatives, the Pantami Foundation is expected to expand gradually to other states, ensuring that opportunities reach young people from different regions.
Observers note that this approach also builds ownership within communities. By piloting in one state, the foundation can test and refine its model before scaling nationwide.
The excitement is palpable. Social media conversations in Gombe have been buzzing since the announcement, with many young people sharing application links and encouraging their peers to register. For many families struggling with unemployment, the possibility of free, high-quality training feels almost like a lifeline.
Looking ahead, experts believe that if replicated across Nigeria, the programme could create a new wave of micro-entrepreneurs and tech-ready graduates, reshaping the nation’s economic outlook.
Final Thoughts
The launch of the Pantami Foundation phone-repair and AI training for Nigerian youth could not have come at a better time. With unemployment still high and technology rapidly changing the global workforce, Nigeria’s young population stands at a crossroads.
What the Pantami Foundation has done is provide a practical bridge: a chance to learn skills that solve today’s income challenges while preparing for tomorrow’s digital opportunities. The story of this initiative is not just about phones or artificial intelligence—it is about dignity, empowerment, and hope for a brighter Nigerian future.
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