They Dream, They Struggle, They Learn: The Untold Story of Young People Fighting for Skills.

Every day, countless young Nigerians dream of a better future. But for many, the path to success isn’t paved with easy choices or endless opportunities. It’s paved with late nights, long travels, skepticism, and obstacles. These are the young people who refuse to let lack of support define them, they fight, they persist, and they learn.

The Challenges They Face:

🔸Learning a skill might sound simple, but for these determined youths, it comes with silent battles:

🔸Family pressure: “Focus on school, forget this hobby.”

🔸Limited resources: Lack of money, materials, or internet access makes skill acquisition a struggle.

🔸Societal doubt: Many people still underestimate the value of vocational skills, pushing young people toward traditional careers instead.

The Impact of Skills:
Learning a skill is not just about making a living; it’s about gaining independence, confidence, and respect.
From cooking delectable dishes to mastering digital tools, these young people are transforming their lives and inspiring others in their communities.
Skills turn dreams into action, action into growth, and growth into transformation.

How We Can Support Them:
Empowering youth with skills is not just an individual effort; it’s a collective responsibility. Organizations like 9ja Food Fiesta are leading the way by providing free skills training, mentorship, and support across multiple states. Communities, NGOs, and governments can further help by:

🔸Providing mentorship and guidance, just like 9ja Food Fiesta does in its programs

🔸Offering funding or resources for training programs to expand reach

🔸Creating awareness about the value of vocational and digital skills

🔸By coming together, we can ensure that every young person not only learns a skill but also has the opportunity to turn it into a sustainable future.