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Press Release: Pat & Gbenga Komolafe Foundation Graduates First Set of Trainees in Digital Upskilling and No-Code Web Development

Date: 6th, September 2024
Location: Lagos, Nigeria

The Pat & Gbenga Komolafe Foundation proudly announces the successful graduation of its first cohort of trainees in Digital Upskilling and No-Code Web Development. This milestone reflects the Foundation’s unwavering commitment to equipping Nigerian youth with future-ready digital skills, providing them with tools to thrive in today’s fast-evolving digital economy.

Over the course of several weeks, participants from across the country, including Ondo State, Lagos State, Abuja, Kano, Kaduna, Rivers, and Akwa Ibom, engaged in hands-on training to develop cutting-edge skills in digital technologies and no-code platforms. The initiative is designed to empower young Nigerians by enhancing their employability, fostering entrepreneurship, and enabling them to contribute to the country’s growing tech ecosystem.

The program culminated in a special graduation ceremony, where participants proudly showcased their projects, ranging from business websites and e-commerce platforms to innovative digital solutions built using no-code tools.

Testimonies from Participants

• Conway Oloruntoyi,, Ondo State:
  “Before this, I struggled with basic computer skills. Now, I’m confident in navigating digital platforms, building websites, and even creating apps without needing to write a single line of code.”
• Paul Fakedayo, Ogun State:
  “ had no background in web development, but now, I can confidently build functional websites for small businesses. This skill will definitely help me contribute more to my community and potentially start my own web development agency,”!”
• Jerrimiah Ehije , Edo State:
  “I was looking for ways of transition into the tech space without needing to become a programmer, “this programme provided the perfect entry point. “The no-code tools are amazing and I feel empowered to innovate,”
• Daniel Emmanuel, Lagos State:
  “I am now confident in my ability to help businesses create an online presence, and I’m excited about the doors this will open for me professionally,”
• Chidinma, Abuja:
  “The Digital Upskilling program has been life-changing. Before this, I struggled with basic computer skills. Now, I’m confident navigating digital platforms, building websites, and even creating apps without needing to write a single line of code.”
• Mustapha, Kano State:
  “I never thought I could build a website, but this training proved that technology is accessible to everyone. I now plan to use these skills to launch an e-commerce platform to support small businesses in my community.”
• Fatima, Kaduna State:
  “I am grateful to the Komolafe Foundation for this opportunity. The skills I’ve gained have expanded my career options, and I’m already applying them in my job. I can’t wait to see where this new chapter takes me.”
• Tamunotonye, Rivers State:
  “I was looking for ways to transition into the tech space without needing to become a programmer, and this program provided the perfect entry point. The no-code tools are amazing and I feel empowered to innovate.”
• Iniobong, Akwa Ibom State:
  “This program has truly set me on a path to success. I’m now confident in my ability to help businesses create an online presence, and I’m excited about the doors this will open for me professionally.”

Pat and Gbenga Komolafe, Founders of the Foundation, expressed excitement about the outcome of the programme, saying, “This is just the beginning. We are determined to continue providing life-changing opportunities for Nigerian youth. These graduates represent a new generation of tech-savvy individuals who will transform their communities and drive Nigeria’s digital future.”

Josh Emmanuel, Programme Director, added, “Our mission is to empower young Nigerians by providing them with the skills they need to excel in the digital world. This graduation is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our participants, and we couldn’t be prouder of their achievements.”

The Pat & Gbenga Komolafe Foundation plans to expand its digital training programs to reach even more young Nigerians in the coming months, aiming to continue its mission of fostering digital inclusion and empowerment across the country.

About the Pat & Gbenga Komolafe Foundation:

The Pat & Gbenga Komolafe Foundation is a non-profit organization committed to empowering underprivileged communities through education, skills development, and capacity-building initiatives. One of the Foundation’s focuses is on providing opportunities for youth to acquire the skills needed for success in today’s digital economy.

For media inquiries, please contact:
Lilian Nwawuchie
[Public Relations Officer]
PR@patandgbengakomolafefoundation.org
https://patandgbengakomolafefoundation.org

This press release highlights the program’s success while showcasing the diverse regional representation and positive impacts of the training on participants from different parts of Nigeria.