ILO Partners Nigerian Creative Industry To Create Jobs

Amid the country’s increasing unemployment rate, the International Labour Organisation (ILO) has partnered with Nigerian Filmmakers and creative artists.

The International Labour Organisation (ILO) Country Director, Vanessa Phala, revealed this at the just-concluded two-week Digital Young Filmmakers Academy organised for 31 young filmmakers and creative artists in Lagos.

She said the training was meant to make the 31 participants future wealth creators and also tackle depression, which has continued to ravage the country.

ILO reiterated that the target of the jointly organised programme is to tackle hardship and depression among the youth and create over five million jobs in the next few months.

Phala, who Dr Runo Onosode represented, explained that the ILO’s primary focus is to equip the youth for a better Nigeria.

“I am delighted to welcome you to this Digital Young Filmmakers Academy, an initiative that embodies the ILO’s commitment to fostering decent work, promoting opportunities for young people, and advancing social justice.

According to Phala, “This program represents a critical step in empowering young people, equipping them with digital content creation and short film production skills, and creating pathways for digital entrepreneurship and employability. The ILO recognises that young people are at the heart of innovation and progress, and through this initiative, we aim to provide the tools and platforms for you to realise your potential.”