A legal luminary, Dr Ogwu Onoja (SAN), has urged youths, women and other Nigerians to acquire digital skills to boost national development.

He listed the skills to include digital marketing, data analytics and cyber security.

According to him, this is to enable them to contribute positively to the development of society.

Mr Onoja made the call at the graduation/inauguration of an Internship and Business Pitching event organised by Ubelle Neo Cloud Consortium in Suleja on Tuesday.

He said that the knowledge and skills the graduates acquired would open doors to new opportunities and challenges.

“As they embark on their internships and present their business pitches, I am confident that they will make significant contributions to their respective fields,” he said.

Mr Onoja said that the skills the youth learnt were not just for their personal growth, but for the betterment of the nation.

He said, “You are the torchbearers of the digital revolution, and it is up to you to use your knowledge and skills to make a positive impact.’’

Mr Onoja said the event was to celebrate the achievements of the graduates who successfully completed their digital skills training.

“The skills they have acquired in digital marketing, data analytics, and cyber security are not just relevant, but essential in today’s digital age,” he said

The don commended the firm for its commitment to fostering digital skills in Niger State and Nigeria in general.

“The initiation of this programme by Ubelle Nigeria Limited and Neo Cloud Technologies is a testament to their commitment to fostering digital skills. Their efforts, supported by the World Bank, are indeed commendable. This initiative is not just about imparting skills, but about creating a generation of digital leaders who will shape the future of our nation,” the senior lawyer said.

Mr Onoja congratulated the graduates on their success, adding, “May the skills you have learned guide you in your future endeavours. Remember, the key to success is to keep learning and keep evolving. The world is full of opportunities and it is up to you to seize them.”  

(NAN)