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The training of skilled workers in Germany’s dual vocational training system is an important basis for the country’s strong economy as well as low youth unemployment rate. The German dual System, covering both theory and practice, offers an excellent approach to skills development.This combination of theory and practice give apprentices a real head start into their jobs: by the time they have completed their training, they will not only have the required technical knowledge but will also have hands-on experience of their various trades.
Following this approach which has been firmly established in the German educational system, the Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Nigeria (AHK Nigeria) seeks provide a platform for stakeholders to strengthen the market for TVET in Nigeria.
To achieve this, AHK Nigeria in cooperation with the German Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWi) and the German - African Business Association (Afrika-Verein der deutschen Wirtschaft) organized its first Dual Vocational Training Business Summit in Lagos Nigeria. The event hosted about 150 business and political representatives including a business delegation from Germany in different training sectors.
The purpose of summit was to gather companies and institutions active in Nigeria or wanting to become active in Technical Vocational Training (TVET) sector. The summit provided a platform for discussions on the current TVET industry in Nigeria and how to develop market for TVET.
The theme of the event was “PRIVATE SECTOR LED SKILLS ACQUISITION FOR THE YOUTH EMPLOYABILITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.”
There were discussions on topics like, Dual Vocational Training System in Germany by Peter Pfaffe, Dual Vocational Training Pilot Project in Nigeria by Engr. Kehinde Stephen Awoyele and Skill Development for Youth Employment by Hans Ludwig Bruns and other interesting topics. Among other things discussed were the essentials of technical education and training that will result to youth employability and development. Some of the delegates from Germany had the opportunity to present their solutions before the public and private actors in the TVET sector.
The event was a success attended by over 100 participants and sponsored by European All Freight, Nexans Kabelmetal, Big Dutchman, Zaika Foods, BG Wheels, GIZ, and 1st Technical University
Click on the link below to download the presentations made at the event.
Ms. Chinenye Odenigbo
Project Manager, Competence Centre Skills Development and Market EntryDVT Business Summit 2019 Presentations - Morning Session
DVT Business Summit 2019 Presentations - Afternoon Session
DVT Business Summit 2019 Presentations - Afternoon Session PT2