In a bold move to bolster career prospects for Nigeria’s youth, Stanbic IBTC Holdings, a member of Standard Bank Group, has unveiled the fifth edition of its renowned Digital Skills Empowerment Programme (DiSEP 5.0). This latest iteration is targeted at equipping young graduates with essential digital skills that have become indispensable in today’s tech-centric job market.
DiSEP 5.0 is designed as a comprehensive initiative to train eligible candidates with innovative digital skills, significantly broadening their digital scope and providing them with a competitive edge in the employment market. The programme’s primary objective is to empower youths with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in their roles and achieve their career goals.
Since its inception in 2021, the Digital Skills Empowerment Programme has made a profound impact on the lives of over eight hundred (800) young Nigerians across all thirty-six states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). It serves as a powerful platform for youth to cultivate essential competencies that prepare them to become future leaders and innovators in diverse industries.
Kunle Adedeji, Acting Chief Executive, Stanbic IBTC Holdings, stated:
“We are calling upon tech-curious young Nigerians to step forward and embrace this transformative opportunity. Learning is the only thing the mind never exhausts, never fears, and never regrets. For those ready to enhance their skills and knowledge to stay relevant in our rapidly changing world of work, DiSEP 5.0 represents their gateway to digital excellence.”
The programme is set to begin in October 2025. It will offer participants in-depth training in Kubernetes and DevOps, Java, C#, NetCore, Software Testing, and Automation, along with opportunities for professional certification and firsthand experience.
DiSEP 5.0 specifically targets young IT graduates to advance their quests for digital innovation. It is designed to address the critical skills gap that exists between traditional academic training and the practical demands of today’s digital workplace. The initiative aligns with Stanbic IBTC’s broader commitment to youth development and economic empowerment across Nigeria.
The launch of DiSEP 5.0 represents Stanbic IBTC’s continued investment in Nigeria’s human capital development and digital transformation journey.