US supports Nigerian innovators with incubation hub --[Reported by Umva mag]

The United States government, through its Centres for Disease Control and Prevention, has launched the Federal Capital Territory Adolescents and Young People Technology Incubation Hub to support Nigerian innovators.

This initiative is funded by the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief.

The statement by the US Diplomatic Mission to Nigeria’s Public Affairs Section on Wednesday stated that the hub aims to equip young people with vital technical skills.

According to the statement, these skills include robotics, digital marketing, mobile app development, web development, photography, and videography.

It added that the hub offers essential health information, focusing on HIV prevention and sexual health, and supports young people living with HIV to help them adhere to their treatment plans.

Speaking at the event to celebrate the first 50 graduates, the Deputy Chief of Mission for the US Embassy, David Greene, said, “This tech hub is more than just a learning center; it is a safe space where young people can learn, grow, and develop skills that will serve them for life.”

He added that the project aims to create economic opportunities and nurture future leaders.

The US CDC Nigeria Deputy Director for Partner Management, Cole Gbolahan, who represented the Acting Country Director, explained that the hub helps young people develop personally and economically, giving them skills for the digital economy and beyond.

Through this initiative, the US CDC and its implementing partner, the Institute of Human Virology Nigeria, aim to reduce risks for young people, prevent HIV transmission, and support HIV-positive youth.

This comprehensive approach empowers youth with the knowledge and skills for a healthier, more successful future, the Mission said.

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