100 youths empowered on tech, career advancement in Anambra
By Chinedum Treasure
No fewer than 100 youths in Anambra State have benefitted from technology and career advancement training, organized by i-FATOSS University, Benin Republic (Institut Des Formation Avancées).
The event, themed “Leveraging Technology for Career Advancement,” was held in Awka, the state capital in collaboration with Fontis Aid Foundation.
Founder of Fontis Aid Foundation, Prof. Chioma Ikeanyionwu said her organization's mission remained building skills and creative opportunities for the disadvantaged.
She stressed that technology is no longer a luxury but a necessity, urging participants to bridge digital divides and use innovation to foster self-sufficiency and sustainable development.
Chairman of the occasion, Dr. Churchill Okonkwo described technology as indispensable to Nigeria’s growth.
He called on government, institutions and individuals to deepen investments in digital knowledge, while challenging students to embrace innovation as tool for advancement.
Registrar of i-FATOSS University, Dr. Eze Joshua commended the training theme, arguing that ability to adapt and innovate with technology has now become passport to global opportunities.
One of the resource persons, Victory Ekwunife while explaining the meaning of career, stressed the need to apply technology in chosen fields.
She identified branding, content creation and professionalism as key career-building tools, defining digital skills as ability to use technology to solve problems.
On his part, Emmanuel Chukwu emphasized importance of professional networking, listing its advantages such as access to job opportunities, knowledge exchange, personal growth, problem-solving and innovation.
He noted that digital platforms enhance visibility and reputation, mentioning social media channels that youths can leverage on to expand their professional networks.
Fontis Aid Foundation extended financial empowerment to four young entrepreneurs: Chinecherem Maduanusi, Chidinma Akachukwu and Daniel Agbo, all fashion designers, as well as Umunna Uchenna, a shoe designer, to support their small businesses.
The event also witnessed awards of honorary doctorate degrees to Amb. Lilian Nwankwo, Mr. Izunwanne Uchenna, Amb. Ifeyinwa Nkamigbo and Chief Chukwugozie Nzekwesi.
Men of Impact awards were given to Dr. Churchill Okonkwo and Bishop Dr. Onyeka Nzekwesi, while Acting Rector of Anambra State Polytechnic, Mgbakwu, Dr. Njideka Chiekezie, received the Woman of Impact award.
The awardees pledged to remain good ambassadors of their institutions and communities.
The event blended knowledge-sharing, recognition and empowerment, leaving participants inspired to leverage technology for career advancement and community impact.
