The Professor Isa Pantami Foundation (PIP Foundation) has announced the launch of its third training programme, offering free training in phone repair and artificial intelligence (AI) to over 10,000 Nigerian youths.

The initiative is designed to equip participants with practical, in-demand skills that promote self-reliance, entrepreneurship, and vocational development. In a statement on Monday, Prof. Suleiman Mohammed of the foundation said the programme aims to prepare Nigerians for opportunities arising from the Fourth Industrial Revolution.

“AI and other emerging technologies are expected to create 170 million new jobs globally,” the statement read, citing data from the World Economic Forum. “We must ensure that our citizens are prepared to benefit from these opportunities.”

The foundation, established by Professor Isa Pantami, a former Minister of Communication and Digital Economy, provides the training at no cost, focusing on reducing unemployment and fostering innovation among Nigerian youths.

A representative of the foundation emphasised the programme’s broader goals, stating, “This initiative reflects Professor Pantami’s unwavering commitment to lift communities through education and technology. We are not just training individuals; we are building a future where our youth can create opportunities for themselves and others.”

Applications for residents of Gombe State opened on Monday, August 25, and will close on Sunday, August 31, 2025.

Training schedules for other states will be announced subsequently, and interested candidates are encouraged to apply through the foundation’s official portal.

The PIP Foundation has previously implemented initiatives, including scholarships for JAMB and university students and various community development projects, reinforcing its mission to enhance skills and opportunities for Nigerians nationwide.