3MTT Lagos Community Update
Building Africa’s Next Generation of Digital Talent.
Dear Lagosian Fellows,
I’m thrilled to welcome you to the inaugural edition of the 3MTT Lagos Community Newsletter — a space to keep you informed, inspired, and connected as we co-create the future of talent in Nigeria.
I know that for many of us, this journey isn’t always loud. Some of you are just getting started, some are moving quietly but consistently, and some are still figuring out where you fit in tech — and that is perfectly okay. What matters is that you showed up.
This newsletter is your space. A reality check, a progress signal, and a reminder that you are not doing this alone.
Here’s what’s on the lineup today
What’s Trending
Community Updates
Community Highlights & Wins
Learning Resources & Tools
How to Get Involved
Job Opportunities & Announcements
What’s Trending
OpenAI Academy Launches at UNILAG — A First for Africa.
The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has been announced as the host of Africa’s first OpenAI Academy. The program will offer free training in artificial intelligence to students, startups, and professionals across Nigeria and the continent.
Community Updates
Our Lagos community has now grown to thousands of active fellows across multiple learning tracks.
Cohort 3 -
The Cohort 3 Exit Assessment has concluded. Announcements regarding the next activities and the Cohort 3 close-out lineup will be made in the coming days.
We hope all participants had a seamless experience taking the Cohort 3 exit assessment test.
Cohort 4 (Coming Soon)-
An official announcement is coming soon — with all the details and instructions on how to join.
If you’ve already been selected for Cohort 4:
Watch out for updates on your next steps — including assessment, onboarding details, and timelines.If you haven’t been selected yet:
Don’t worry — stay tuned for the official announcement on how you can apply and be part of this new cohort.
Community Member -
This means you have not yet been selected into a cohort.
You don’t know where you belong— Log in to your dashboard here.
Community Highlights & Wins
Shadowing Experience at Semicolon: Learning by Immersion
As part of our continued efforts to bridge the gap between learning and real-world experience, a group of Lagos Cohort 1 & 2 Fellows recently had the opportunity to shadow professionals at Semicolon, a leading software engineering and innovation hub.
The visit, which included a workplace tour, developer introductions, observation of live development tasks, and an engaging Q&A session, gave Fellows hands-on insights into how tech teams operate and build solutions.
This kind of experience deepens their understanding of development roles and prepares them for workplace integration — a core goal of the 3MTT program.
🎥 Watch a short recap of the visit here.
Building Nigeria’s Digital Future — One Corps Member at a Time
Seyi led the 3MTT Nigeria team, our partner Loubby AI, and passionate 3MTT Lagos Fellows at the Lagos NYSC Orientation Camp to share one message with corps members:
Skills now matter more than certificates.
With digital skills — in software development, data analysis, cybersecurity, UI/UX, cloud, or AI — young Nigerians can work globally, right from home.
The #3MTT programme makes this possible with free training, and fellows even stand a chance to win laptops, routers, data, and tablets, plus access to jobs and internships through our partners.
The most common reaction we heard?
“Is this really free?”
Yes — completely free.
It was inspiring to see the excitement among corps members, and as we continue driving Dr. ‘Bosun Tijani’s vision — building Nigeria’s digital workforce, one youth at a time.
Together, we’re ensuring no young Nigerian is left behind in the digital economy.
Don’t Just Serve — Build Your Future
Do you have a corps member around you?
Encourage them to apply — Cohort 4 starts soon!
Registration Link: https://3mtt.nitda.gov.ng/
Learning Resources & Tools
1. Free Coding Platforms
freeCodeCamp — Learn web development with hands-on projects and certifications.
The Odin Project — Comprehensive full-stack curriculum that’s beginner-friendly.
2. Data Science & AI Courses
Google AI Education — Beginner-friendly guides and courses on AI concepts.
Kaggle Learn — Free micro-courses on data analysis, machine learning, and Python.
3. Cloud Computing
AWS Educate — Free resources to get started with cloud tech.
Microsoft Learn — Interactive tutorials on Azure and other Microsoft technologies.
4. Tools
Canva — Easy-to-use graphic design platform ideal for creating digital content.
5. Additional Resources
LinkedIn Learning — Offers free trials with thousands of courses across tech and business skills.
Coursera & edX — University-level courses with free auditing options for skill-building
How to Get Involved
3MTT Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) - https://3mttsupport.tawk.help/
3MTT Dashboard - https://app.3mtt.training/login
Join Lagos Telegram Community - https://t.me/+lbxkrleEeTcyOWQ0
Opportunities & Announcements
Jobs
Electrical Electronic Engineer - (Intern) - Apply Here
Erca is Hiring for multiple roles (Software Engineer, Backend Dev, QA, PM, Machine Learning, App Support e.t.c) - Apply here
See more jobs here: https://3mtt.loubby.ai/
Remote Job Boards for Entry-Level Roles
Remotive — Great filters for “entry-level” and “no experience” roles.
We Work Remotely — Focused on tech, customer support, and marketing.
Remote OK — Has beginner-friendly and non-tech listings too.
FlexJobs — Curated and scam-free; often features remote admin, data, and teaching jobs.
Indeed — Use filters like “Remote” + “Entry Level” or “Junior.”
AngelList Talent (Wellfound) — Startups often hire junior developers, designers, and analysts.
Upwork — Start with small projects to build a portfolio.
Fiverr — Good for beginners in design, writing, or data tasks.
Jobberman — Has a growing remote job section for Nigerian youth.
Remote Africa — Jobs from global companies hiring African remote talent.
LinkedIn Jobs — Use filters “Remote” + “Internship” + “Entry Level.”
Startup accelerators for African founders
Antler – Active in Nigeria, Kenya, and South Africa
Y Combinator (YC) – Consistently backs dozens of African startups each batch (e.g., Flutterwave, Paystack, RelianceHMO)
500 Global – Deep portfolio in Africa and accelerator activity in Nairobi and Lagos
Techstars – Ran ARM Labs Lagos Techstars Accelerator; new Africa initiatives emerging
Google for Startups – Offers Africa-focused programs and equity-free funding for Black and African founders
Startup Wise Guys – Strong Africa presence with dedicated cohorts (Kenya, Nigeria, Namibia)
Seedcamp – Early investments in African startups through European links
APX (Axel Springer + Porsche) – Accepts African founders remotely, some portfolio presence
Entrepreneur First (EF) – Open to African founders (remote cohorts, talent matching)
Accel Atoms – India-based, but increasing focus on emerging markets, including select African startups
DeepTech_Ready Program Fellows, it’s time to hashtag #BuildWithAI!
The DeepTech Hackathon 2025 is here, your chance to innovate, collaborate, and solve real-world challenges using Artificial Intelligence.
Showcase what you’ve learned through the DeepTech_Ready Upskilling Program and compete across exciting tracks like Education, Health, Sustainability, Finance, and Infrastructure.
Registration:
Opens — Oct 20, 2025
Closes — Oct 31, 2025
👉 Register now
FG Launches 12-Month Paid Fellowship — ₦150,000 Monthly Stipend
The Federal Government, through the Nigeria Jubilee Fellows Programme (NJFP), has opened applications for a 12-month paid fellowship for young unemployed graduates across Nigeria.
Fellows will gain work experience, mentorship, and a ₦150,000 monthly stipend while contributing to national development.
Eligibility:
• Nigerian citizen• BSc/HND (2022 or later)
• Max age 30
• Completed NYSC/exempted
• Unemployed
Documents:
• Degree Certificate
• NYSC Certificate
• CV
• NIN
• BVN
Applications open: 22nd October 2025
🔗 Apply here: https://portal.njfp.ng/registration/
P.S. —
If you’re building something exciting or would like to be featured in the next edition.
Or do you have an idea or want to partner with the 3MTT Lagos Community in any way that can help the community grow?
Please email me at o.ayodele@3mtt.fmcide.gov.ng
Cheers,
Oluwaseyi Francis Ayodele
3MTT Community Manager, Lagos
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