A non-governmental organisation, Skyewise Foundation, has announced plans to train women in digital skills, with a strong focus on cybersecurity, as part of efforts to expand their access to better employment opportunities in the global digital economy.
The organisation disclosed this during the Skills4Her conference held in Abuja to commemorate International Women’s Day (IWD) 2026, where speakers highlighted the growing importance of technology-driven skills in shaping modern career opportunities for women.
President of Skyewise Group, Elvis Abuyere, explained that empowering women with digital skills is becoming increasingly important as industries continue to rely on technology and digital infrastructure.
Abuyere, who was represented at the event by the company’s Chief Operating Officer, Stephanie Odia, said the foundation is committed to creating platforms that allow women to build relevant technology skills and position themselves for leadership roles in emerging sectors.
According to him, digital competence, particularly in cybersecurity, has become one of the most valuable skills in the modern workforce.
“Empowering women with digital skills remains a strategic step toward innovation and sustainable economic growth,” Abuyere said.
He noted that the training initiative is designed to help women gain the technical knowledge required to participate in the global workforce, where cybersecurity professionals are in high demand.
Abuyere added that the programme would focus on practical learning and capacity development to ensure that participants can access real employment opportunities.
“Creating opportunities for women to acquire skills, lead initiatives, and participate in decision-making processes can produce lasting impacts across workplaces, businesses and communities,” he said.
Head of Skyewise Foundation, Uchenna Akurunwa, said the initiative is particularly focused on helping women explore careers within technology-driven sectors that offer competitive global opportunities.
She explained that cybersecurity has become one of the fastest-growing career fields worldwide, providing professionals with opportunities to work remotely with international organisations and technology companies.
According to her, the foundation believes that equipping women with such skills will enable them to participate more actively in the digital economy.
“Our goal is to advance women’s rights and economic empowerment through practical skills development,” Akurunwa said.
She noted that the planned training programmes will introduce women to cybersecurity and other digital competencies that are increasingly required across industries.
Akurunwa explained that beyond technical training, the foundation is also preparing additional support initiatives aimed at helping women build sustainable businesses and career paths.
As part of these efforts, the organisation plans to host an entrepreneurship and mentorship symposium in April, where participants will receive guidance on business development and grant application processes.
“The symposium will provide mentorship and practical guidance for women who want to grow their businesses or access funding opportunities,” she said.
Technology professionals who spoke at the conference also highlighted the importance of encouraging more women to participate in the technology sector.
Sophie Akpa, a cybersecurity facilitator at TerraSkills, said technology provides an opportunity for women to contribute to digital innovation and problem-solving across industries.
She explained that training programmes and mentorship initiatives are essential for helping women gain confidence and develop technical expertise.
“Technology provides a platform for women to create innovative solutions and contribute meaningfully to digital transformation,” Akpa said.
She noted that events like the Skills4Her conference help expose women to opportunities within cybersecurity and other digital fields that are rapidly expanding across the world.
Automation specialist at Einao Solutions, Maureen Esekhile, also encouraged more women to take advantage of opportunities in technology, noting that many women have already demonstrated strong capabilities within the sector.
According to her, women have contributed significantly to technological advancement but often receive limited visibility compared to their male counterparts.
Esekhile, who has spent more than 15 years working in technology, said the growing digital economy presents new opportunities for women to build successful careers and businesses.
She urged women interested in technology to step forward, showcase their expertise and take advantage of training and mentorship opportunities available to them.
“Women are increasingly taking up roles in technology and performing strongly in the field,” she said.
