U.S. Launches FCT AYP Tech Hub to Support Young People

The U.S. government, through the Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and with funding from the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), has launched the Federal Capital Territory Adolescents and Young People Technology Incubation Hub (FCT AYP Hub).

This was disclosed in a statement by the U.S. Embassy in Nigeria.

According to the statement, the hub offers training in various technical skills, including robotics, digital marketing, mobile app development, web development, photography, and videography. It also provides essential health information, focusing on HIV prevention and sexual health.

The hub further supports young people living with HIV by helping them adhere to their treatment plans.

Speaking at the opening ceremony, which celebrated the first 50 graduates, David Greene, the Deputy Chief of Mission at the U.S. Embassy in Nigeria, emphasized that the project aims to create economic opportunities and nurture future leaders.

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“This tech hub is more than just a learning centre; it is a safe space where young people can learn, grow, and develop skills that will serve them for life,” he said.

On his part, Cole Gbolahan, the Deputy Director for Partner Management, U.S. CDC Nigeria, representing the Acting Country Director, explained that the hub helps young people develop both personally and economically by equipping them with skills for the digital economy and beyond.

Through this initiative, the U.S. CDC and its implementing partner, the Institute of Human Virology Nigeria, aim to reduce risks for young people, prevent HIV transmission, and support HIV-positive youth. This comprehensive approach empowers youth with the knowledge and skills for a healthier and more successful future.