Amazon Web Services partners to Launch Free Digital Skills Training Program

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The Federal Ministry of Education has partnered with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to deliver free digital skills training and certification to students and educators across tertiary institutions in Nigeria. This initiative is part of the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda to expand access to 21st-century skills.

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The program will focus on modern digital competencies, including cloud computing, artificial intelligence (AI), and machine learning. “The Federal Ministry of Education has teamed up with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to launch a free digital skills programme for students and educators, covering cloud computing, AI, machine learning, and more,” the Ministry stated.

The program is already live in 43 federal universities and polytechnics, and the Ministry is calling on school administrators to appoint programme coordinators to extend participation to more institutions. “Already live in 43 federal universities & polytechnics, the programme is expanding fast. Schools can now register coordinators to kickstart training. Don’t miss out, sign up now,” the Ministry said.

To enroll, interested institutions are expected to complete the official nomination form with the details of their appointed Coordinator by or before Friday, July 19, 2025. “The Office of the Honourable Minister kindly asks all Vice Chancellors, Rectors and Provosts of Private and State Tertiary Institutions to fill in the below form with the details of your appointed Coordinator,” the Ministry stated.

This initiative is a significant step towards equipping Nigerian students and educators with the skills needed to thrive in the digital age. With certification being 100% free, this program has the potential to make a positive impact on the lives of many.

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