Google is collaborating with the Ministry of Arts, Culture, and Creative Economy to empower creatives.
This partnership aims to train 2,500 young creatives and expand to 10,000, enhancing Nigeria’s creative economy.
In an exciting collaboration, Google has partnered with the Ministry of Arts, Culture, and Creative Economy (FMACCE) to launch an initiative aimed at empowering 2,500 young creatives across Nigeria.
Delivered through the Del York Creative Academy, this program seeks to develop essential skills and ultimately reach 10,000 participants.
This initiative comes at a time when Nigeria’s creative economy is thriving, currently supporting 4.2 million jobs and projected to add 2.7 million more by 2025.
It is part of the ministry’s Creative Leap Acceleration Programme (CLAP), which focuses on skills development, innovation, and public-private partnerships.
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Hannatu Musa-Musawa, minister of FMACCE, expressed her enthusiasm, stating, “this partnership demonstrates our commitment to nurturing Nigeria’s creative talent.
Furthermore, by equipping our youth with the necessary skills, we are not just creating jobs; we are positioning Nigeria as a global leader in cultural exports.”
In addition, the program will offer hands-on training in various fields, including music, film, animation, and content creation.
Olumide Falegan from Google highlighted its vision: “By empowering these 2,500 professionals, we are investing in Africa’s cultural influence and economic future.”
Moreover, participants will learn foundational skills in visual storytelling and content production over six weeks, with select individuals receiving additional mentorship.
Ultimately, as this initiative unfolds, it aims to empower young creatives and enhance Nigeria’s position as a hub for cultural innovation and economic growth.
