Vilgax:


Your opinion is valid and correct but you're coming at it from an individualistic standpoint. Of course any tech-inclined person who knows his onions cannot complain about lack of jobs (poor pay, maybe; but a lack of jobs? nahh).

I'm just saying that tech (both domestic and foreign roles) cannot absorb the humongous number of unemployed Nigerians.
The entire nature of the tech industry is designed to only favour a select few deemed the "best of the best".

I guess the problem stems from the kind of way Nigerians are programmed. Most Nigerians are programmed to seek knowledge for the sake of seeking jobs. That to me is the wrong way to go. People should seek knowledge for the sake of solving problems. Problem solving is what can make you the money either as an employee or as an entrepreneur. Digital knowledge, or any knowledge at that, is useless if you cannot apply it to solve some kind of problem bedeviling mankind. Whether, digital skills or non-digital skills people should learn to solve problems and make money.

jUeLiZ:
honestly the comments here just demoralize me..... I've started learning online...I plan to register on Aptech before the year ends for web development with python.... I'm just feeling discouraged now... please 🙏 advice me

Ignore the charlatans... They are already miserable, and want others to be the same.

That someone else fails at something doesn't mean it is a dead end.

My only issue is people going into tech without a solid background or passion for it... Those flying in solely for the perceived instant rewards... That won't work.

Take your time, and find your passion... There is a market for value created whether online or offline.

There are people earning over 600 Dollars monthly from just writing and editing. Some earn more just from email marketing and social media growth.

People will always be willing to pay for solutions to their business needs... There is a place for every serious and focused person.

Csami:
I disagree with everything except the infrastructural gaps and where you’re implying that Naija isn’t big in tech as the west and Asia.
Tech is very wide and there’s no in between. You’re either good enough or not, and you’re not limited to Nigeria. Decent tech guys in naija are not that much. Tech skills take time and resources. The question is this, are you decent enough to land that tech job?!

good point.nigerian think tech is a quick scheme to rich.tech is an a industry dat dont wait for anybody.is a moving train.it takes years to gain.is nt a 3month tins.like me i do driving job in ikoyi dat gives me time to focus on tech.tommorrow nw u wil nw see me am making it. ah

Flier:
Dont mind them,majority of them are just yahoo or an avenue to launder money

Lol, this is a dumb take

While it is true that the tech industry may not be a panacea for all unemployment challenges in developing economies like Nigeria, arguing that it is merely a bubble and not a long-term solution oversimplifies the significant impact technology can have on job creation and economic growth. There are several reasons why the tech industry should be seen as a crucial player in addressing unemployment challenges:

1. Job Creation and Skills Development: The tech industry is known for creating a wide range of job opportunities, not just limited to highly specialized roles. It encompasses various fields, including software development, digital marketing, customer support, and data analysis, which can cater to individuals with diverse skill sets and educational backgrounds.

2. Ecosystem Development: The growth of the tech industry can stimulate the development of a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem. As startups and tech companies flourish, they create a demand for ancillary services, leading to job opportunities in areas like logistics, marketing, legal, and finance.

3. Global Reach and Remote Work: The digital nature of the tech industry allows for remote work opportunities, enabling individuals from remote areas to access jobs and tap into the global market. This can significantly reduce geographic constraints and create employment prospects for people outside major urban centers.

4. Technological Advancements: As technology continues to evolve, it brings about innovations and efficiencies in various sectors. Embracing tech-driven solutions can revitalize traditional industries and improve productivity, leading to potential job growth.

5. Economic Diversification: Relying on the tech industry can diversify a nation's economy, reducing dependence on a few sectors and providing resilience against economic downturns. A robust tech sector can attract foreign investments and stimulate economic growth in other related industries.

6. Social Impact and Inclusion: Tech solutions can address societal challenges, such as healthcare, education, and financial inclusion, thus creating employment opportunities while serving the broader community.

7. Leapfrogging Development: Developing economies can leapfrog stages of development by embracing technology. The adoption of mobile banking and digital payment solutions, for example, can provide access to financial services for previously unbanked populations and create jobs in the financial technology sector.

In conclusion, while the tech industry is not a standalone solution, dismissing it as a mere bubble undermines its potential to catalyze economic growth, create jobs, and drive positive change in developing economies like Nigeria. Embracing technology and cultivating a supportive ecosystem can complement other measures to tackle unemployment challenges and contribute to a more sustainable and inclusive future. A balanced approach that leverages the advantages of technology while addressing its limitations can pave the way for transformative opportunities in developing economies.

teepain:


I guess the problem stems from the kind of way Nigerians are programmed. Most Nigerians are programmed to seek knowledge for the sake of seeking jobs. That to me is the wrong way to go. People should seek knowledge for the sake of solving problems. Problem solving is what can make you the money either as an employee or as an entrepreneur. Digital knowledge is useless if you cannot apply it to solve some kind of problem bedeviling mankind. Whether, digital skills or non-digital skills people should learn to solve problems and make money.

This is it! The summary of all I have been saying, even on another thread.

Nigerians need to quit this bandwagon effect.

Everything is about quick money to them... That's why they keep getting scammed.

Even this Japa syndrome too... Many of them are better off here in Nigeria, but they have chosen to pursue fairy tales.

UyaiIncomparabl:
I agree with you.

Agree what?

I disagree with you op tech is not a pyramid scheme that will crash one day, instead tech is growing stronger. I advice everyone who can read and write to learn cyber security today. Note that tech is self regulatory, meaning as a quark you cannot practice. There is no one sector that can employ every body.

Dimaya:


That's the crazy part of the whole thing. Those making money are only selling their tech tutorials. As it is, you're guaranteed to make more money installing glass scaffolding on skyscrapers than as a programmer in Nigeria

only in nigeria you will hear tech is saturated.
but Indians are still jumping on 'making cool money.


ai can't replace human for now so u better jump into an aspect of tech... Web developer, python data analyst, game dev etc

Apus:
You are right.

Tech industry is already saturated as we speak, though I believe there is still space for any one who can persevere and distinguish himself.

Secondly, the industry is fast paced so much that a skill you learnt today can become obsolete tomorrow, no, thanks to AI.

Saturated? If anything we haven't even used half of that capacity yet. No enough Cloud Engineers, AI engineers, cloud security specialists, game developers, conversational builders etc.
Bro, I'm telling you, we still dey scratch am.

See ehn, make una leave all these yans.

If you know what you're doing, tech Jobs will come for you.
Question is, how are you going about it. How much knowledge do you have in the whole tech eco-system.

It's not all about html, css and js or python and golang.

The bottom line is, The Nigerian tech market is not mature atall.
Imagine quoting a project in USD in Nigeria and they complain that why are you quoting in USD, then you try doing it in Naira... the money come plenty...

The next thing the person will call you is theif

The problem is not Tech, we the people are the real problems.

Everyone in Naija wants the best services at a mediocre cost. Tech isn't magic.
Tech is GIGO (Garbage in, Garbage out). Na wetin you give am, e go give you.

You do not expect to grow beyond what you see if you don't feed your curiosity 💯

I am not the best, I mean no even sabi anything but then, one thing I know about the knowledge you choose to feed yourself in Tech is you have to diversify.
The only thing I crave is to build out unique ideas and watch it boom.

Na wetin dey my mind. Naija sabi spoil better thing.

Tech isn't going nowhere, it's a journey and for the journey, if you tire, you got sitdon or you give up.

Angelfrost:


Ignore the charlatans... They are already miserable, and want others to be the same.

That someone else fails at something doesn't mean it is a dead end.

My only issue is people going into tech without a solid background or passion for it... Those flying in solely for the perceived instant rewards... That won't work.

Take your time, and find your passion... There is a market for value created whether online or offline.

There are people earning over 600 Dollars monthly from just writing and editing. Some earn more just from email marketing and social media growth.

People will always be willing to pay for solutions to their business needs... There is a place for every serious and focused person.

Thank you sir...I appreciate.

080bjaked:


Saturated? If anything we haven't even used half of that capacity yet. No enough Cloud Engineers, AI engineers, cloud security specialists, game developers, conversational builders etc.
Bro, I'm telling you, we still dey scratch am.

I dey tell you. People dey always think say tech na html and data analysis

Unittyy:
It baffles me how unemployed and frustrated graduate think they can hurriedly take some online courses in Coursera, Udemy, Utiva within 3 - 6 months and become programmers, data analyst etc. Tech is still paying big time but the issue is that the street is littered with mediocre self acclaimed tech people who have nothing to offer.

We all started as mediocre IT engineers and programmers and learnt on the job.

Angelfrost:


Please, name one area of human capital endeavor that isn't 'saturated'. Name just one.

Even Crime is fully saturated! Terrorism, same thing.

Yet, people who know what they are doing will keep succeeding online and offline.

I hate it when you people demonize everything and discourage everyone... Till date, people are still succeeding in the demonized Cryptocurrency world.

Tech will never favor everyone, no matter how they join the bandwagon... Those who are truly called to it will always rise above the crowd.

Same thing goes for Carpentry, Tailoring, Car wash, Farming, etc.

Where did I demonize or discourage anything or anyone.

If you current, you should know what I said is the blatant truth. I have been in IT for over 15 years, and worked across 3 continents. I know how things have transitioned, and only letting people know that, the good old days hype does not play again.

There are many other hot areas that people are not even looking into, and paying better than tech. I know it’s normal for people to always follow the crowd, people who have access information always know when to jump out, and what’s next!

Angelfrost:


Ignore the charlatans... They are already miserable, and want others to be the same.

That someone else fails at something doesn't mean it is a dead end.

My only issue is people going into tech without a solid background or passion for it... Those flying in solely for the perceived instant rewards... That won't work.

Take your time, and find your passion... There is a market for value created whether online or offline.

There are people earning over 600 Dollars monthly from just writing and editing. Some earn more just from email marketing and social media growth.

People will always be willing to pay for solutions to their business needs... There is a place for every serious and focused person.

please sir, one more thing. I created a thread some days ago and someone commented that registering with Aptech is more of wasting of funds. he said I won't get value for my money. I actually made in Aptech I was 410k for 5 months. The guys suggested I stick to online sites ...I don't know if you have any input concerning this. Thank you

Zuckerberg drop out of college labor for years before Facebook because Facebook.

Larry and his friend labor in silence for decades before google because google.

Jeff bez also year despite critics and cinics trying to talk him out of it.

Our brother here one take programming writings or blogging course once and hit jackpot.


I hail ona ooo

Some go say affiliates marketing no dey work blooging na scam online business no dey work.


Here's what gets my goat.

They take one course and quite learning and when they fail they shout even to the deaf online business na scam.

Online business na gold rush

Na only shovel and wheel barrow sellers dey make am.


Believe what you will to make it in the tech space blogging affiliates kdp or any online business boils down to one thing.


JUST DO IT.
BE BIG HEADED STUBBORN TO GIVE IT ALL.
LEARN EVERYDAY.
THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX AVIOD THE GURU CULT THEY ARE FILL WITH BS.


However not everyone will succeed life is a pyramid

1M sperm only you make am
300k student only less than 1000 first class.
Nigeria 120M only less than 3% rich
Even the world 7B and only less than 1% own everything.

Remember you can't safe anyone they have to decide where they want to be in the pyramid.

If you want to create wealth get off your high horse put your back to the ground and grind.

Angelfrost:


There are over 60 Million unemployed and soon-to-be employed youths in Nigeria... How many of them are in tech that's making you create threads?!!

Do you know how many Asians and Americans are into various areas of tech, yet their tech industries are nowhere near saturated?!!

It takes more than trends to excel in any field, and as we speak there are more fields springing up... The revolution hasn't even started globally.

I agree that Nigerians tend to bullrush anything trending, but the weeds will always get separated from the wheat.

Only those truly gifted and passionate about tech will succeed there.

You have a point concerning the type of people that have success stories in tech.

The nature of the tech industry of any economy is linked to the nature of the economy itself.

Advanced economies such as those of Asian and American countries are really diverse hence they have more areas tech can be applied to, hence less talent saturation.

Angelfrost:


Every man cannot succeed in the same way... That something works for you doesn't mean it will work for others.

By the way... There are more Nigerians hustling offline than online. Research this.

Every industry is saturated, it all depends on how creative you are. Read well nah

I mentioned what works for me and i didn't say it was the ideal way. Try read well and comprehend abeg

Vilgax:


You have a point concerning the type of people that have success stories in tech.

The nature of the tech industry of any economy is linked to the nature of the economy itself.

Advanced economies such as those of Asian and American countries are really diverse hence they have more areas tech can be applied to, hence less talent saturation.

Beautifully and aptly written... I have nothing else to add. Thank you.

Angelfrost:


Please, name one area of human capital endeavor that isn't 'saturated'. Name just one.

Even Crime is fully saturated! Terrorism, same thing.

Yet, people who know what they are doing will keep succeeding online and offline.

I hate it when you people demonize everything and discourage everyone... Till date, people are still succeeding in the demonized Cryptocurrency world.

Tech will never favor everyone, no matter how they join the bandwagon... Those who are truly called to it will always rise above the crowd.

Same thing goes for Carpentry, Tailoring, Car wash, Farming, etc.

You nailed it
So true

Douglad:
It's always been very funny to me when people come with pitchforks to attack the tech industry in Nigeria like it's a bubble or other nonsense.


Electrical, mechanical and petroleum engineering jobs that have been seriously bastardized with barely any job openings except being a maths teacher for private secondary schools, where are the articles?

Law as a course where over 70% of the graduates end up selling imported goods from china, where are the articles?

Aside from the healthcare, every field that was once lucrative has little to nothing to offer new graduates and no one talks about it


But for tech every ekuke with internet connection go dey open their silly little mouth dey shout "it is overrated".

Ogbeni shut the fûck up and do whatever it is you want to do. Una body odor dey disturb the environment.

Thanks bro, I'm tired of seeing all these tech is saturated talks, is there really a course or career not saturated? There are fucking billions of people in the world, and millions unemployed,then how else do they expect a career not to be saturated? They can only say tech is gaining attention not saturated, just like every bother courses out there, being good and unique is the only way to make a difference...

cbaba:
While it is true that the tech industry may not be a panacea for all unemployment challenges in developing economies like Nigeria, arguing that it is merely a bubble and not a long-term solution oversimplifies the significant impact technology can have on job creation and economic growth. There are several reasons why the tech industry should be seen as a crucial player in addressing unemployment challenges:

1. Job Creation and Skills Development: The tech industry is known for creating a wide range of job opportunities, not just limited to highly specialized roles. It encompasses various fields, including software development, digital marketing, customer support, and data analysis, which can cater to individuals with diverse skill sets and educational backgrounds.

2. Ecosystem Development: The growth of the tech industry can stimulate the development of a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem. As startups and tech companies flourish, they create a demand for ancillary services, leading to job opportunities in areas like logistics, marketing, legal, and finance.

3. Global Reach and Remote Work: The digital nature of the tech industry allows for remote work opportunities, enabling individuals from remote areas to access jobs and tap into the global market. This can significantly reduce geographic constraints and create employment prospects for people outside major urban centers.

4. Technological Advancements: As technology continues to evolve, it brings about innovations and efficiencies in various sectors. Embracing tech-driven solutions can revitalize traditional industries and improve productivity, leading to potential job growth.

5. Economic Diversification: Relying on the tech industry can diversify a nation's economy, reducing dependence on a few sectors and providing resilience against economic downturns. A robust tech sector can attract foreign investments and stimulate economic growth in other related industries.

6. Social Impact and Inclusion: Tech solutions can address societal challenges, such as healthcare, education, and financial inclusion, thus creating employment opportunities while serving the broader community.

7. Leapfrogging Development: Developing economies can leapfrog stages of development by embracing technology. The adoption of mobile banking and digital payment solutions, for example, can provide access to financial services for previously unbanked populations and create jobs in the financial technology sector.

In conclusion, while the tech industry is not a standalone solution, dismissing it as a mere bubble undermines its potential to catalyze economic growth, create jobs, and drive positive change in developing economies like Nigeria. Embracing technology and cultivating a supportive ecosystem can complement other measures to tackle unemployment challenges and contribute to a more sustainable and inclusive future. A balanced approach that leverages the advantages of technology while addressing its limitations can pave the way for transformative opportunities in developing economies.

Good analysis

Correct. Majority of the unemployed in Nigeria are clueless about tech, and are certainly not looking for technology jobs. There is no job creation taking place in Nigeria period! Talkless of tech jobs. Tech in Nigeria is not mature at all.

Vilgax:


Your opinion is valid and correct but you're coming at it from an individualistic standpoint. Of course any tech-inclined person who knows his onions cannot complain about lack of jobs (poor pay, maybe; but a lack of jobs? nahh).

I'm just saying that tech (both domestic and foreign roles) cannot absorb the humongous number of unemployed Nigerians.
The entire nature of the tech industry is designed to only favour a select few deemed the "best of the best".

Like everything in life, there is always the peak period. Tech is not exempted.

However, the issue in Nigeria is most people go into tech without understanding the fundamentals. They don't know why we use what. They just use it. When the bubble crashes down, they will be the first to be swept off. It also makes them limited in their thought.

Tech is not easy. It is hard. It keeps changing and evolving. Only those who understand the basic will last.

If we'll deployed, tech will create lot of digital jobs that will solve greater percentage of our employment.

Nigeria ?

Spits.


Spits,again.


Mtchewww


Worst politicians

Focused on bloodmoney

DenreleDave:


Agree what?

That it's not a get rich quick scheme.

fastseo:


only in nigeria you will hear tech is saturated.
but Indians are still jumping on 'making cool money.


ai can't replace human for now so u better jump into an aspect of tech... Web developer, python data analyst, game dev etc

What Indians call cool money is not what you will call cool money.

Indians are cheap labour and why they are dominant in the industry.

You can use the expected wage of an American IT professional to hire 3 Indians, and still get same, or even better value

RedpillAnalyst:
Nice writeup sir.
Adding:

1) The market is supersaturated now.

2) 0.5% success story matching reality. 3 out of 600 make $5000+ working remotely with from Ikeja. While the remaining 597 are barely getting scraps.

3) AI will change job market in 2 years. This is not bubble that will burst. Like. MM Or crypto.

While it's okay to be a techy, you might start showing respect for plumbers, carpenters and other laborers. They are more shielded than suit and tie wearing folks

Lolz, I smell envy from posts like this.

But una no still get the point. Only the best of the best makes it in tech. Even the plumbers you dey call, how many of them dey live comfortable. No be from hand to mouth dem dey live too. Just like tech, only the best of them makes it.

Vilgax:


We're saying the same thing.
My point still remains that even if a large majority of unemployed Nigerians had decent tech skills and could compete on with IT folks from advanced countries, the problem of unemployment would still be the same.

Tech cannot simply absorb all the unemployed youths we have

But nobody said tech can absorb the unemployment issue in the country now.

You are correct.The answer is agriculture and appropriate intermediate bio technologies, and Pottery for housing materials production. No Housing no Industry.I have many an$wers to give for free to the country. Ask me.

UyaiIncomparabl:


That it's not a get rich quick scheme.

You are right