At New Horizons Nigeria, our commitment to driving digital transformation, empowering youths, and expanding access to world-class ICT education remains unwavering. Over the past few months, we have experienced a remarkable period of growth, launching transformative hubs, expanding strategic partnerships, and celebrating inspiring milestones within our community. Rather than scattering these updates across multiple articles, we have brought together all our recent campaigns, institutional expansions, and community updates into one comprehensive overview.
From establishing new technology hubs in suburban communities and driving nationwide empowerment schemes to celebrating our graduating NYSC corps members and introducing flexible scholarship and certification packages, here is a detailed look at how New Horizons Nigeria continues to shape the future of tech education and workforce development.
EXPANDING ACCESS TO TECH EDUCATION: HUB LAUNCHES & COMMUNITY SCHEMES
To bridge the digital divide and bring world-class ICT training closer to grassroots communities, New Horizons Nigeria has embarked on strategic infrastructural expansions and grassroots empowerment programs. These initiatives are designed to make technology education accessible, practical, and directly aligned with modern industry demands.
1. Babcock University AI-Powered ICT Infrastructure
New Horizons Nigeria is strengthening technology-driven education at Babcock University with an investment in over 600 AI-powered desktop systems, a fully equipped ICT laboratory and dedicated 24-hour fibre-optic internet connectivity.
Beyond supporting digital learning, research and practical training, the AI-powered systems feature user-activity monitoring to enhance security, simplify system usage and strengthen ICT examination supervision.
During the visit, Managing Director, Tim Akano, accompanied the Vice-Chancellor on an inspection of the newly deployed facilities, which also include advanced robotic equipment.
This investment reflects New Horizons Nigeria’s commitment to advancing digital education through innovative ICT infrastructure that equips institutions and prepares students for an increasingly technology-driven world.
2. Akute Center Launch
In March 2026, New Horizons Nigeria officially launched a brand-new retail technology hub in Akute, Ogun State. Strategically positioned to serve fast-growing suburban communities bordering Lagos, this center brings high-demand digital skills training—including cybersecurity, web development, and artificial intelligence—directly to residents who previously had to commute long distances for quality tech education. The Akute hub represents our continued dedication to grassroots digital inclusion.
3. New Horizons Workspace Launch (UNILAG)
Our collaboration and physical workspace ecosystem at the University of Lagos (UNILAG) continues to serve as an incubation ground for tech talent, innovators, and student entrepreneurs. By providing an immersive environment equipped with high-speed internet, collaborative work areas, and mentorship resources, the UNILAG workspace bridges the gap between academic theory and real-world software engineering practice.
4. Almajiri to Tech Empowerment Programme
Demonstrating our core belief that technology should be accessible to all segments of society, New Horizons Nigeria unveiled the groundbreaking Almajiri-to-Tech empowerment scheme. This intensive 90-day programme is structured to equip marginalized youths with fundamental technical skills (transforming them into competent computer technicians) alongside essential mindset re-orientation, good citizenship, and patriotism training. Backed by an initial funding commitment, this initiative tackles unemployment and promotes social inclusion from the ground up.
STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS & NATIONAL GOVERNANCE INITIATIVES
True impact requires robust collaboration with institutional partners, government bodies, and professional coalitions. Our recent partnerships reflect our active role in national economic development.
1. LSETF & Lagos Innovates Collaboration
Through our ongoing alignment with the Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF) and Lagos Innovates talent pipelines, we continue to connect trained graduates with verified career placement opportunities, tech grants, internships, and entrepreneurship ecosystems within Lagos State.
2. World Bank TVET Programme (Abuja Cohorts)
New Horizons Nigeria successfully commenced subsequent cohorts of the World Bank-supported Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programme. Hosted at our Abuja training center, this high-impact initiative aligns with national agendas to combat youth unemployment through structured, globally recognized technical training. Stakeholders and educational leaders have continually commended the model for providing practical, job-ready competencies to Nigerian youths.
3. Technocrats 4 Hamzat (T4H) AI & Health Agenda
As technology permeates public governance, New Horizons has been proud to support professional advocacy movements like the Lagos Technocrats for Hamzat (T4H). Endorsing visionary leadership for Lagos State, this coalition has rolled out forward-looking digital agendas centering on artificial intelligence integration, public health modernization, and data-driven governance to propel the state into its next phase of development.
EMPOWERING THE NEXT GENERATION: SCHOLARSHIPS, INTERNSHIPS & SPECIALISED COURSES
Education must be both affordable and future-proof. Over the past few months, we have rolled out specialized programs, financial relief initiatives, and curriculum enhancements designed to give learners a competitive edge.
1. 100% Scholarship Offer for School Leavers
To support young secondary school leavers looking to bridge the gap before university admission or build immediate career competence, New Horizons introduced dedicated scholarship offers covering foundational and advanced technology tracks. These scholarships lower financial barriers and enable ambitious youths to jumpstart their tech careers early.
2. Summer Tech Bootcamps & Practical Training
Our comprehensive Summer Tech programs engaged young minds and school-age learners in coding, robotics, digital design, and practical hardware engineering. By introducing young students to tech concepts during school breaks, we build early technical literacy and confidence.
3. Global IT Certification Exam Discounts
Recognizing the high cost of global IT certifications, New Horizons launched aggressive promotional price slashes. Microsoft certification exam fees were slashed from ₦130,000 down to ₦50,000 (a massive 60% / ₦80,000 saving), alongside seasonal 30% to 50% discounts across CompTIA, EC-Council (CEH), and ITIL certifications across our centers in Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, Ibadan, and Kano.
4. Graduate Internship Placements & AI-Driven Courses
Our structured Graduate Internship program continues to connect high-performing trainees with real-world corporate projects, building robust portfolios that make them instantly attractive to top employers. Simultaneously, we expanded our retail curriculum with cutting-edge additions such as Accounting with AI, equipping modern finance professionals with automated data analytics and smart accounting tools.
COMMUNITY MILESTONES: CELEBRATING OUR PEOPLE
Behind every milestone are the people—our students, corporate partners, dedicated staff, and passing corps members—who breathe life into the New Horizons vision every single day.
1. Customer Service Week Celebration
Customer service at New Horizons is more than just resolving inquiries; it is about walking hand-in-hand with our students, clients, and partners throughout their learning journey. During Customer Service Week, we celebrated the dedicated professionals who go the extra mile every day, while expressing our heartfelt gratitude to every student who trusted us with their education. Your trust inspires us to keep improving, innovating, and delivering excellence.
2. NYSC 2026 Batch C Passing Out & CEO Mentorship
We also celebrated the official passing out of our 2026 Batch C Corps Members who completed their primary service year at New Horizons. In an inspiring final mentoring session led by New Horizons CEO Tim Akano, the corps members reflected on their transformative journeys—evolving from tech novices into confident professionals who overcame shyness, mastered technical stacks, and discovered hidden potential. We congratulate them and wish them immense success in their future endeavors.
CONCLUSION
The journey of digital transformation requires continuous dedication, community collaboration, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Whether through launching grassroots tech hubs in Akute, executing World Bank TVET training in Abuja, empowering Almajiri youths, or offering unmatched certification discounts, New Horizons Nigeria remains at the forefront of Africa’s digital revolution.
The future belongs to those who prepare for it today. Take charge of your career, build in-demand digital competencies, and join our thriving community of tech professionals.
Ready to take the next step? Explore our active courses, register for certifications, or visit any New Horizons center near you today. Your tech future starts here.
