By our Correspondent
KEBRAM Information Technology, through its Cisco Academy, has trained Katsina students in networking courses, with some graduates currently employed in Saudi Arabia.
The firm’s Chief Executive Officer, Malam Kabir Kabir Ibrahim, disclosed this at a two-day training of 500 youth from Katsina Local Government Area of the state on Python programming and cyber security.
He explained that, “among the recent trainees, some would be selected after their examinations to join the Cisco Academy for advanced courses.”
Represented by Ishaq Siraj, Kabir Ibrahim said that the firm has been empowering youth for over a decade, especially in computer training and paying examination fees for students.
Ahmed Salisu Abdu, KEBRAM’s Coordinator, described the training as a philanthropic gesture, with Katsina Local Government serving as a partner in the initiative.
Salisu Abdu said the skills acquired would benefit the trainees, their families, the state, and Nigeria, especially in today’s competitive world.
“These are highly marketable courses,” he said, noting the rise in global cyber-attacks and stressing the value of training youth to become experts.
One participant, Abdurrahaman Ibrahim-Tahir, expressed gratitude for being selected, saying IT skills are crucial in the digital era regardless of academic background.
“I studied sociology, but IT skills are essential today. Without them, you risk becoming obsolete. I’m thankful the training was free,” he said.
Another participant, Asiya Tanimu, said the knowledge would boost her businesses, allowing many others to benefit. She expressed deep gratitude to the organisers.
During the training, five participants won ₦10,000 each in a quiz, while six others won ₦5,000 each. (GSF)
