FG Unveils Plan for 2.5 Million Jobs with LEEP Program.

The Federal Government has unveiled its ambition to generate 2.5 million employment opportunities through the Labour Employment Enhancement Programme (LEEP) under the Ministry of Labour and Employment.

Speaking at the pre-inauguration ceremony for LEEP in Abuja, Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, emphasized that the initiative aims to fulfill President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Initiative.

‘’The LEEP vision is to train and equip 2.5 million people.

“In Nigeria, youth unemployment remains a pressing issue, with over 13 million young people currently unemployed.

“According to recent statistics, initiatives like LEEP play a crucial role in providing young people with access to training, employment opportunities, and entrepreneurial support.

“This will address the challenge of youth unemployment and promoting social inclusion.

‘’The initiative is a comprehensive strategy aimed at addressing key challenges facing our workforce such as job creation, skills development and migration control,’’ she said.

The minister also emphasized that in a swiftly changing global environment, it was essential to guarantee that the Nigerian workforce had the required resources and chances to excel in the digital era.