Renewable energy education undergoes evaluation by concerned parties for improved accessibility
In a significant development, INCLUDE, a Knowledge Platform on Inclusive Development Policies in Africa, has partnered with the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) to rethink Nigeria's skills architecture. This collaboration, aimed at addressing energy challenges and boosting job creation, has taken place in Abuja, Nigeria.
The High-Level Dissemination Session on the Enhanced Solar Energy Curriculum marked the culmination of this collaboration. The event, which was attended by Dr. Anika Altaf, the Executive Director of INCLUDE, among others, served as the official launch of the Training-of-Trainers (ToT) exercise. This initiative is designed to equip more than 300 TVET (Technical and Vocational Education and Training) trainers across Nigeria's six geopolitical zones with the skills to implement the new curricula. The training sessions will be held in Lagos from August 25 to 26 and in Kano from September 2 to 3.
The enhanced renewable energy curricula, now approved for adoption by TVET institutions nationwide, is expected to position Nigeria's workforce to participate in the fourth industrial revolution. Speaking at the event, NBTE Executive Secretary, Prof. Idris Bugaje, highlighted this point, emphasizing the potential socio-economic benefits of the collaboration, including promoting local content in the green economy and generating jobs.
The collaboration was driven by evidence-based research, as emphasized by Ms. Victoria Manya, the Knowledge Manager at INCLUDE. Rep. Victor Ogene, the chairman of the House Committee on Renewable Energy, was also involved in the collaboration. Dr. Altaf, in her address, thanked partners for their support.
INCLUDE, which supports research, knowledge sharing, and policy dialogues on inclusive development in Africa and the Netherlands, has been at the forefront of this initiative. The organisation's role in organising the event underscores its commitment to fostering sustainable and inclusive development in Africa.
This collaboration is a step forward in Nigeria's quest to harness renewable energy and create a skilled workforce to drive its green economy. As the training sessions commence, the hope is that this initiative will not only address energy challenges but also contribute significantly to job creation in Nigeria.
