at the weekend launched the National Talent Export Programme in a bid to shore up Nigeria’s foreign exchange earnings.
The unveiling of the programme took place at the Microsoft Office in New York, United States of America, on Friday, September 22. In her welcome address on behalf of President Tinubu, Dr Uzoka-Anite noted that the National Talent Export Programme is a key national initiative that will serve as a Special Purpose Vehicle to position Nigeria as a leading global hub for service exports, talent sourcing and talent exports.
The minister further noted that NATEP is part of the strategy towards achieving President Tinubu’s agenda for job creation. In her goodwill message, the Managing Director of the World Economic Forum, Saadia Zahidi, said NATEP is a timely initiative to address the very important areas of skills and jobs for Nigeria and the world.“This is an important programme that is coming at the right time. We at WEF stand ready to work with the Nigerian government on this great initiative.”
Other speakers at the event also acknowledged how auspicious and ambitious NATEP is as a national initiative capable of changing the economic fortunes of Nigeria just like India which attracts over $300 billion annually from talent exports. The speakers commended the Federal Government on the laudable initiative and gave their commitment to supporting the programme.