Ingryd Academy welcomes its inaugural cohort of 1,000 participants in its Scholarship Program.
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This initiative aims to tackle the tech talent shortage in Africa, with a goal of training 4,000 tech professionals yearly. Participants receive training in strategic and in demand niche technical skills like Java, Linux, Cybersecurity, and Data Science.

According to Ingryd, the induction ceremony marked the beginning of a transformative journey for the selected candidates. It explained that over the next three months, these individuals will undergo rigorous training and mentorship, equipping them with the necessary knowledge and skills to excel in the ever-evolving tech industry. This comes barely a month after the strategic partnership with the Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF) was announced.

The Ingryd Scholarship Programme aligns with the academy’s mission to empower individuals with vital technical skills. Managing Director Khadijat Abdulkadir, said: “Contrary to popular belief, there are jobs available, but the problem is that there are not enough people qualified for those jobs. Ingryd is training people to perform in those jobs.”

In partnership with LSETF, the firm said the programme offers full scholarships to passionate tech enthusiasts in Lagos, Nigeria, adding that selection is based on their tech passion and test scores.

The firm said scholars received hands-on learning, career coaching, and job placement support. Training for the inaugural cohort starts virtually and at Ingryd Academy’s Lagos hubs on October 16, 2023.
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