FG to Train 100,000 Youths Annually in Forex Trading and Financial Skills

The Federal Government of Nigeria has entered into a strategic partnership with Investonaire Academy to train 100,000 young Nigerians annually in foreign exchange (Forex) trading and other essential financial skills. This initiative is a significant step in the government’s efforts to combat youth unemployment and foster financial and digital inclusion across the country.

A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the program was formally signed in Abuja, as disclosed in a statement on Tuesday, June 11, 2025, by Omolara Esan, Director of Information and Public Relations at the Federal Ministry of Youth Development. The agreement aims to equip Nigerian youth with practical knowledge in forex trading, risk management, and financial planning, empowering them to actively participate and thrive in the global financial marketplace.

This initiative is part of a broader strategy to promote economic self-reliance. It builds on previous vocational training programs, such as one that upskilled 29,000 artisans from informal to certified roles, with a target of training 100,000 artisans in 2025. The government plans to extend training to technicians to meet modern industry standards, professionalizing sectors and reducing reliance on unstable income sources. The program seeks to position skilled Nigerians for success in both local and international markets.