NECA to host 2025 job fair on digital skills

The Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association has announced the 2025 edition of its Annual Job & Employability Fair on digital skills.

The summit themed ‘Future Ready: Harnessing Digital Skills for Career Success and Employability’ is set to take place on May 15 at NECA House in Lagos.

According to a statement, the event will serve as a critical platform for job seekers, industry leaders, and key stakeholders to explore emerging digital trends, career opportunities, and strategies for workforce readiness.

The NECA’s Director-General/Chief Executive Officer, Mr Adewale-Smatt Oyerinde, underscored the fair’s significance as a strategic intervention to bridge the gap between employers and job seekers.

He emphasised that in today’s rapidly evolving digital economy, equipping Nigeria’s workforce with relevant skills is crucial to reducing unemployment and driving economic growth.

He noted that the 2025 NECA Job Fair offers a powerful platform for job seekers, featuring career development workshops, networking with top employers, and on-the-spot interviews.

Also, NECA noted that expert panels will provide insights into the future of work, while exhibitions by companies and training institutes showcase cutting-edge resources and job opportunities.

Oyerinde urged employers, job seekers, and all relevant stakeholders to take full advantage of the impactful event.

He reaffirmed NECA’s commitment to empowering Nigeria’s workforce with the skills and opportunities needed for long-term career success and national economic development.

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