By Okechukwu Onuegbu

A business mogul, Mr Valentine Chineto Ozigbo has through his VCO Foundation entered partnership with Decagon Institute in order to train over 100 Anambra students on software engineering, coding and related skills.

Ozigbo, who disclosed this after unveiling the programme in Awka, Anambra State, noted that his leading non-profit organisation is providing a guarantee worth N400 million to enable 100 students from Anambra take part in the life-changing programme with ease.

According to him, the landmark alliance between the two organisations offers a unique opportunity for high-achieving Anambra graduates interested in tech to be provided with a VCO Foundation guarantee to access student loans to participate in the Decagon Software Engineering Training Program.

"We are proud to enter into this partnership with Decagon Institute. Through this partnership, we are investing not only in the individuals but the entire Ndi Anambra community and beyond. By empowering our youth with cutting-edge tech skills, we are equipping them to become drivers of innovation and progress. The Decagon Programme is more than just learning to code; it's about unlocking potentials, creating opportunities, and shaping the future of Anambra," he added.

Renowned for its holistic training approach, Decagon Institute has graduated roughly 1,000 software engineers to date, successfully placing alumni in prestigious tech firms like Microsoft, JP Morgan, Interswitch, Flutterwave, and Sterling Bank.

Their training program, unique for its PAY AFTER YOU LEARN option, provides accommodation, meals, laptops, and a supportive community of software engineers.

The VCO Foundation's role in the partnership will be pivotal in helping Anambra individuals, particularly those from underprivileged backgrounds, to gain access to Decagon’s comprehensive training. The foundation is steadfast in its belief that education and technology can catalyse social transformation.

"We are thrilled to join hands with the VCO Foundation, extending our programme's reach to gifted individuals from Anambra State,"said Mr Chika Nwobi, CEO of Decagon Institute.

"This partnership strengthens our commitment to equipping them with essential skills and support for their tech industry success, ensuring a promising future."

This alliance promises to build a generation of adept tech professionals who can drive innovation and economic growth in Anambra State but also marks a significant stride in narrowing the skills gap and promoting inclusivity in the tech sector for Anambra indigenes.

Anambra mulu , erika!

Some are busy hailing Abuja looters. This is the type of people we value in Igboland

Igbos like helping each other..

That Is the spirit of "nwanneship"

God bless igbos

Igbo Amaka!

Please, I need such opportunity in Agriculture..

I hope many others follow the same route and impact the lives of our brothers and sisters. We are known for helping others rise. Teaching our brothers how to catch fishes. That's the reason why we dominate the commercial sector.
One risen Giant should raise others.

Kudos ozigbo

Very commendable. We are just getting started. This is little compared to what is coming. Soon we will be holding our own in other sectors other than commerce.