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AI and immigration uncertainty threaten Nigeria’s dreams of becoming an outsourcing hot spot

Release Date: 2025-07-18
Media: Rest of World
Summary: Nigeria is aiming to become a major outsourcing hub like India and the Philippines by investing in tech infrastructure and training millions of young people in digital skills through the government-led 3 Million Technical Talent (3MTT) program. This initiative offers free education in AI, cybersecurity, and software development to prepare a large pool of tech workers for both local and global jobs.

However, the outsourcing industry faces challenges due to a global tech hiring slowdown, stricter U.S. immigration policies making it harder for Nigerian workers to obtain visas, and the growing use of AI which is automating many entry-level tech tasks traditionally outsourced. As a result, junior-level jobs are declining, and Nigerian workers need advanced skills to remain competitive.

To adapt, Nigeria is enhancing its AI training and developing its own AI projects. The government and private sector are collaborating to support talent development and job placement. Despite challenges, Nigeria leverages its young workforce, low labor costs, favorable time zone, and expanding digital infrastructure to strengthen its position in the global outsourcing market.
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