Here is this week's trivia. Answer is at the bottom of this newsletter. 

First things first, Nigeria isn’t training three people all at once. 

It has a 1-10-100 plan in place: 1% of the three million in three months, then 10% over a defined period, then 100%.

In the first phase, 3MTT will focus on twelve technical skills: Software Development, UI/UX Design, Data Analysis & Visualisation, Quality Assurance, Product Management, Data Science, Animation, AI/Machine Learning, Cybersecurity, Game Development, Cloud Computing, and DevOps.

If you’ve been reading #EnteringTech🚀, we’ve covered most of these skills so you can click the relevant links to find out what you’ll be getting yourself into. 

These courses were selected to help position Nigeria as a leader in AI, UAVs, IoT, robotics, blockchain, and additive manufacturing.

Second thing’s second: the 3MTT application, and the training, are absolutely free. We tested it even; Muhammad Akinyemi who is a senior editor at TechCabal—and whose article and research I am appropriating 😇—registered. 

And it took only five minutes to apply, according to Akinyemi. 

The process is a five-stage application process where you will be asked to submit bio-data—like your name and age—, contact information, background skills & employment status, training program choices, and finally a confirmation page to ensure the accuracy of data.

While applying, you can get a sneak peek of the programme you’re choosing, and show off your skills while filling out the course selection form. 

Once you submit your NIN or BVN, the process is complete. You'll get an email right away confirming your submission, and a note informing you that you’ll hear back if selected.

Before we share the application link—because that’s what you’re waiting for, here are a few more things to keep in mind. 

Dates 📅: The first phase is scheduled to start by November 15 so get your applications in ASAP and share this newsletter with everyone so they know about it—shameless plug. The programme will hold for three months, and end by February 2024. 

Location 📍: The programme will operate a hybrid model so some of the classes will be online. There will, however, be some physical classes that appear mandatory. At this time, we’re not sure where the in-person meetings will be held. 

Fees 💰: The training is free, but you’ll have to cover any personal expenses concerned such as transportation for getting to and from in-person meetings, accommodation, and feeding. 

Who can apply: Anyone with a Bank Verification Number (NIN), or a National Identification Number (NIN)—just Nigerians for now. 

And without further ado, please click the link below to apply for the programme, and don’t forget to forward this edition to anyone who may need it.

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