Harnessing Tech Skills with the Code Plateau Initiative

The conversation about acquiring technological skills has been around for a while. This is a result of Nigeria’s unemployment rate rising to 33.3% in the fourth quarter of 2021, according to a report published by the National Bureau of Statistics.

The Impact of E-commerce in Strengthening the Supply and Distribution Chain of Nigerian Businesses – The Hub Podcast

Over the years, e-commerce and logistics have shared a symbiotic relationship that has helped in cementing their relevance in the world of business. From little kiosks on the streets to big-time retail companies that call the internet their home, e-commerce has changed the way businesses work. On this week's episode of The Hub, we had an insightful chat with William Samuel Okposio, the founder and CEO of Foodplug 9ja and Simplicity Concept. He gave us an eye-opening testament of what it's been like growing a business online; ranging from the alarming debts it had at some point during the business, up to how those debts were cleared off and the strategies he's employed to keep his business soaring. Tune in and find out how you too can enhance your business through e-commerce.

1. The Impact of E-commerce in Strengthening the Supply and Distribution Chain of Nigerian Businesses 28:34
2. The Importance of Financial Literacy in Business 34:00
3. The Impact of Technology on Music Experiences 11:37
4. Harnessing Tech Skills with the Code Plateau Initiative 33:45
5. The Paramount Role of Photography in Brand Storytelling 28:44

These skills have proven to be effective in the labour market as they have provided the opportunity for people to work remotely and otherwise. For this reason, Code Plateau has been on a mission to build capacity, providing the Plateau youth with relevant technology skills and employment opportunities.

Speaking on this week’s episode of The Hub Podcast, the Director General of the Plateau Information and Communications Technology and Development Agency (PICTDA) talks about his tireless efforts to give back to the state by empowering the new generation. It is a story of passion, gratitude and giant leaps of faith.