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Unlocking Potential: Junior Achievement Nigeria's Initiative on Teaching Entrepreneurship

Update Empowering Teachers for the Future: Junior Achievement Nigeria's National Convening Junior Achievement Nigeria (JAN) is making significant strides towards fostering an entrepreneurial spirit in Nigeria's education system through its upcoming event, the SET4LYF: National Convening on Teaching Entrepreneurship with a Focus on Teachers. Slated for November 6, 2025, this national stakeholder event aims to elevate awareness and integration of entrepreneurship education across schools in Nigeria. Bridging the Education-Employment Gap The SET4LYF initiative, which stands for 'School-to-Work Educational Transitions for Long-Term Youth Fulfilment,' seeks to empower Nigerian secondary school girls, internally displaced persons (IDPs), and persons with disabilities (PWDs). According to Mr. Olaolu Akogun, Country Director of SET4LYF, the program is designed to equip these groups with essential skills and opportunities for a successful transition to work or entrepreneurship. The focus on teachers highlights their critical role in fostering an entrepreneurial mindset among students. Inclusive Approach to Education One of the objectives of this initiative is to ensure equitable access to entrepreneurial learning for marginalized groups. The program intentionally aims to reach 5% of girls with disabilities and 10% of internally displaced girls, emphasizing the importance of inclusion in entrepreneurship education. Akogun stated that bridging the gap in access to entrepreneurial knowledge is essential for the program’s success and is a step towards a more equitable education system in Nigeria. Collaborating for Success The national convening will host a variety of stakeholders, including educators, school leaders, government representatives, and private sector partners. This diverse collaboration is pivotal to crafting effective strategies that will empower teachers, enabling them to guide the next generation in a rapidly evolving economy. Akogun stressed the necessity of institutional support, remarking, "For anything to thrive, it needs the right environment. We need the support of the government in this." This collective effort can lead to fruitful outcomes in nurturing entrepreneurial capabilities among Nigerian youth. Conclusion: Join the Movement The SET4LYF initiative represents a significant opportunity to transform Nigeria's educational landscape by integrating entrepreneurship into the curriculum. As the convening approaches, interested individuals and organizations are encouraged to participate and contribute to this vital discourse. For more information, visit JAN's website and follow their social media channels.