Skills for Job creation.
The Ministry of Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development Sokoto State is tasked with the crucial responsibility of designing, initiating, and implementing various skills acquisition programs aimed at creating employment opportunities and reducing poverty across the state. These programs are carefully structured to equip individuals with practical knowledge and technical expertise in diverse fields, enabling them to become self-reliant and contribute effectively to the economy. Beyond providing vocational training, the Ministry also focuses on fostering entrepreneurship, encouraging residents to start their own businesses and engage in productive ventures that generate income and promote economic growth. By promoting innovation and enterprise development, the Ministry seeks to nurture a culture of creativity and resilience among citizens. The overarching goal is not only to address immediate unemployment challenges but also to empower individuals with sustainable skills that enhance their long-term employability. Through these initiatives, the Ministry plays a pivotal role in the social and economic transformation of the state.
Our Mission and Vision
Our Mission
Our mission is to provide innovative solutions to address the gaps in skills acquisition and entrepreneurship development while promoting sustainable development and social responsibility
Our Vision
Our vision is a Sokoto State where every youth is empowered with opportunities, skills, and purpose, eliminating redundancy, preventing restiveness, and fostering sustainable progress.
Meet Our Pioneers
His Excellency, Ahmad Aliyu Sokoto, Ph.D
Executive Governor, Sokoto State
Hon. Abba Muhammad Mu'alledi
Commissioner, Ministry of Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development
Hon. Dr. Muhammad Yabo
Special Adviser, Ministry of Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development
Abubakar Sarkin Fada Tambuwal
Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development
Nasiru Aliyu Salihu
Director Skills, Ministry of Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development
Ibrahim Alhaji Garba
Finance Officer, Ministry of Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development
OUR TRAINING PROGRAMS
Explore All Vocational Training Programs
High-demand trade skills, each designed to give you hands-on experience and a direct path to employment.
Computer Technicians
Tailoring
Modern Carpentry
Waste to Wealth Conversion
Electrical Installation
Solar Installation and Repair
Phone Repair
Barbing
Building
Plumbing
Tiling
Interior Decoration
P.O.P (Plaster of Paris)
Knitting
Crafts
Bead Making
Designs
Poultry Farming
Fish Farming
Modern Agricultural Techniques
Fertilizer Production
Get In Touch
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Email Address
Phone Number
08037335814, 07069460970, 08035074248, 07038883588
Office Location
Ministry of Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development Sokoto. Block 12, Second floor Shehu Kangiwa Secretariat, Sokoto State.