Priscilla Davis TVET is a specialized educational and consulting institution focused on building a strong, sustainable, and future-ready workforce in Nigeria.

• Over 70% of Nigeria’s population is under the age of 30
• Yet, millions of these young people are unemployed or underemployed
• Less than 10% of secondary school graduates pursue vocational or technical training
• An estimated 40 million Nigerian youths lack the skills required to participate productively in the workforce

• Outdated Curriculum & Poor Infrastructure
Most TVET institutions in Nigeria use outdated training methods and obsolete tools that no longer reflect the demands of modern industries.
• Insufficient Funding
Government investment in technical education has been low compared to tertiary academic institutions, leading to a decline in quality and relevance.
• Social Stigma
Vocational education is often seen as a "last resort" or a path for underachievers, rather than as a respected and strategic career path.
• Weak Industry Linkages
Many training programs operate in silos — with little to no input from industries, meaning graduates often complete programs with skills that aren’t in demand.
• Limited Access & Reach
With over 774 Local Government Areas (LGAs), only a small fraction have fully functional vocational centers, leaving a massive geographical skills gap.

• Unemployment Rate (2023 est.) ~33%
• Youth Unemployment Over 50%
• TVET Enrollment Rate Less than 10%
• Estimated Skilled Workforce Shortage (by 2030) Over 50 million
• Informal Sector Workforce 80% (mostly untrained)

Investing in technical and vocational education isn’t just about getting people jobs — it’s about nation-building.

Here’s what a functional TVET system will unlock:

✅ Economic Diversification

TVET provides skilled labor for agriculture, manufacturing, construction, renewable energy, ICT, and services — key to reducing oil dependence.

✅ Poverty Reduction

Skilled workers can start businesses, earn higher incomes, and lift their families out of poverty.

✅ Reduced Insecurity

Unemployment is directly linked to insecurity. Empowered youth are less likely to be recruited into crime or insurgency.

✅ Industrial Development

Without welders, electricians, machinists, and technicians — no factory or project can operate sustainably.

✅ Global Competitiveness

With AfCFTA opening borders for trade, only countries with a skilled workforce will be able to supply quality goods and services across the continent.