Nestl\u00e9 Nigeria is celebrating 15 years of impact with the graduation of twenty young trainees from the Flowergate Technical Training Centre. This milestone reinforces the company\u2019s long-standing commitment to youth empowerment through the development of technical and vocational skills among young Nigerians.<\/p>\n
The Nestl\u00e9 Technical Training Centre is part of Nestl\u00e9 Needs YOUth, Nestl\u00e9\u2019s global youth initiative launched in 2013 to equip young people with skills, experience, and opportunities to access meaningful employment, with a goal of reaching 10 million youths worldwide by 2030.<\/p>\n
Since its establishment in 2011 at Agbara Factory, the Nestl\u00e9 Technical Training Centre has equipped 309 young Nigerians with hands-on technical and vocational skills across its three locations in Agbara, Flowergate, and Abaji. With an investment of over \u20a66 billion, the programme delivers an intensive 18-month curriculum that combines theoretical learning with practical engineering training.<\/p>\n
The curriculum provides comprehensive instruction in food technology, engineering, and manufacturing operations, equipping trainees with the technical expertise required to thrive in today\u2019s industrial environment. This culminates in the internationally recognized City and Guilds of London Technicians\u2019 Certification, significantly enhancing participants\u2019 employability within Nigeria and beyond.<\/p>\n
Speaking at the graduation ceremony, Mr. Wassim Elhusseini, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Nestl\u00e9 Nigeria, emphasized the alignment of the initiative with Nestl\u00e9\u2019s core purpose \u201cAt Nestl\u00e9, our purpose is to unlock the power of food to enhance quality of life for everyone today and for generations to come. It is this purpose that drives initiatives such as this. Through the Nestl\u00e9 Technical Training Centre, we are investing in the future of our industry, our communities, and the thousands of talented young Nigerians ready to grow and excel. Over the past 15 years, we have seen firsthand how this pipeline of talent has strengthened our operations, built critical capabilities within the industry, and created meaningful pathways for young people to thrive. We remain firmly committed to continuing this journey, expanding opportunities, deepening impact, and empowering the next generation of skilled professionals who will shape the future of our industry and our nation\u2019\u2019<\/p>\n
The Country Human Resource Manager Shakiru Lawal, highlighted Nestle\u2019s broader impact of the Nestl\u00e9 Needs YOUth initiative under \u201cAt Nestl\u00e9, our youth development work across Central and West Africa is guided by a simple belief: unlocking potential through skills, opportunity, and real pathways to work. <\/p>\n
Through structured training, apprenticeships, and strong industry partnerships, we are helping young people build the skills they need to succeed in today\u2019s workforce while also strengthening the future of our industry. In Nigeria, this commitment comes to life through the Nestl\u00e9 Technical Training Centres. With an impressive 98% of graduates moving into employment within Nestl\u00e9, the programme has become a key talent pipeline for the business. Most importantly, it reflects our purpose of creating shared value through industry knowledge, practical skills, and meaningful job opportunities.<\/p>\n
In his speech, the valedictorian of the graduating set, Mr. Samuel Oladokun, spoke on behalf of his fellow graduates, sharing a powerful testimony of the programme\u2019s impact <\/p>\n
\u201cThis training has gone far beyond building our technical skills. It has shaped our discipline, strengthened our confidence, and prepared us in a real and practical way for for us to perform in demanding industrial environments. As graduates, we are leaving this Centre not only with technical competence, but also with a stronger sense of responsibility, teamwork, and professionalism. We are grateful for the opportunity we have been given, and we step forward with confidence, ready to contribute meaningfully, grow in our careers, and make a positive impact wherever we find ourselves.\u201d<\/p>\n
Oba Babatunde Adewale Ajayi, the Akarigbo and Paramount Ruler of Remo Land, who was ably represented at the event commended the initiative for its positive impact on local communities and reaffirmed the support of the community in sustaining such developmental programmes.<\/p>\n
Professor Abayomi Adelaja Arigbabu, Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Ogun State, also commended Nestl\u00e9 Nigeria for its continued support of government efforts in youth empowerment and skills development.<\/p>\n
Other distinguished guests present at the ceremony included Regional Human Resource Manager, Nestl\u00e9 Nigeria, Antoinette Arkoh, Wasiu Isiaka
\n Commissioner for Youth and Sports, Ogun State, Ms. Conny Camenzind, Consul General of Switzerland as well as representatives from the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Investment, the Nigerian Employers\u2019 Consultative Association (NECA), and the Alliance for Youth initiative. They commended the progress of the programme and reaffirmed their continued support for its success.<\/p>\n
The Nestl\u00e9 Technical Training Initiative remains a key pillar of Nestl\u00e9 Needs YOUth in Nigeria, a global initiative focused on capacity building for young people. Other programmes under this umbrella include the Nestl\u00e9 Nigeria Youth Development Programme, Nesternship, and the Alliance for YOUth, all aimed at improving employability and creating opportunities for young Nigerians to thrive.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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