A new chapter unfolds as the SKILL ‘G’ Add-Ons (SKAD) capacity-building initiative commences its third cohort of participants. This initiative is a collaborative effort between TETFund, NBTE, and SKILL ‘G’ Group. SKAD 3.0 marks another transformative journey to enhance the technical capabilities of 32 lecturers and technologists from public Polytechnics in Nigeria. The focus? Equipping them with the proficiency to operate and maintain advanced equipment provided to their institutions courtesy of TETFund.

SKAD aims to empower a total of 204 lecturers and technologists from 51 Federal and State institutions. This visionary endeavor encompasses comprehensive training in Autotronics, Mechatronics, Electronics, and Refrigeration & Air Conditioning (RAC).

SKILL G SKAD 3.0: Introducing SKAD Training Cohort 3

The third installment of the SKAD training unfolds against the vibrant backdrop of South-West Nigeria. All 32 participants will engage in intensive training in the aforementioned areas of focus over a span of 5 days. Institutions participating in SKAD 3.0 include Kwara State Polytechnic, Federal Polytechnic Offa, The Polytechnic Ibadan, Moshood Abiola Polytechnic, Abeokuta, Federal Polytechnic Ilaro, Federal Polytechnic Ede, Osun State Polytechnic, Iree, and Osun State College of Technology, Esa Oke.

SKILL G SKAD 3.0: Opening Event

The curtain rose on SKAD 3.0 with the resonant chords of the Nigerian national anthem and the pledge. Engr. Chijioke Okolie Sampson, the Project Manager of SKILL ‘G’ Nigeria Limited, extended a warm welcome to the 32 participants gathered for this capacity-building training. He introduced the project team, including the Project Coordinator, Mr. Julius Ayo Bada, alongside a cadre of experts – Engr. Obuba Kalu Olua, Engr. Ahmed Oyedele, Engr. Osmond Ugwuanyi, Engr. Essien Godwin, Engr. Emmanuel Nene, Engr. Polycarp, Engr Wale Balogun, Engr. Afamefuna Nnamani, Engr. Josiah Owura, Mr. Christian Onyeoziri, and Mr. Daniel Eneh.

After introduction, the platform was gracefully handed over to the participants, each taking a moment to introduce themselves, their institutions, and their areas of expertise. Afterwards, the Project Manager delved into a concise history of Skill ‘G’ Nigeria Limited. The insightful overview traced the progress and milestones of Skill ‘G’, highlighting previous collaborative endeavors with academia that have paved the way for the vital SKAD capacity-building training. A special tribute was also paid to TETFund, under the visionary guidance of Executive Secretary, Arc. Sonny Echono.

Concluding the opening event was a visual presentation, meticulously illustrating the intricate web of activities woven into the fabric of the SKAD initiative.

SKILL G SKAD 3.0: Conclusion

With the 5-day SKAD training’s curtain raised and participants immersed in a journey of growth, collaboration, and empowerment, the stage is set for these educators to unlock new dimensions of technical expertise, nurturing innovation and excellence across Nigeria’s academic landscape.