FG Insists Dangote Skills Centre Is Running

The Federal Ministry of Education (FME) has dismissed viral claims suggesting that the Aliko Dangote Ultra-Modern Skills Acquisition Centre in Kano is inactive, affirming that the facility is fully operational and actively training Nigerian youths.

This was contained in a press statement issued by the
Director, Press and Public Relations, Folasade Boriowo

The Ministry clarified that the centre is functioning under its Technical and Vocational Education and Training programme (TVET II – IDEAS), contrary to misinformation circulating in online videos.

According to the Ministry, no fewer than 300 trainees have been undergoing hands-on training at the facility since November 2025.

“The Federal Ministry of Education (FME) has clarified misinformation in online videos claiming that the Aliko Dangote Ultra-Modern Skills Acquisition Centre in Kano is not in use.

“The Ministry states that the Centre is fully operational under its Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET II – IDEAS) Programme, providing training for Nigerian youth.

“Following an agreement with the Centre, 300 trainees have been undergoing training in Leather Works, Solar PV Installation, and Hospitality since November 2025.

“In response to the circulating reports, a delegation mandated by the 8th National Council on Skills visited the Centre on 30 March 2026 and confirmed that all trainees are actively engaged and training is ongoing as scheduled.

“The Ministry also announced that Aliko Dangote has pledged to manage the facility for 20 years and expand its capacity.

“The Ministry urges the public to disregard misinformation and rely on official sources. It reaffirms its commitment to expanding skills development through quality training centres nationwide,”