NECA Job Fair 2026 Aims to Empower Talents and Bridge Nigeria's Skill Gap
The Nigeria Employers' Consultative Association (NECA) has announced its upcoming workforce job and employability fair, scheduled for May 13 and 14, 2026. This initiative is designed to empower talents, build essential skills, and promote inclusive growth across the nation's labor market.
Equipping Job Seekers with Future-Ready Skills
Director-General of NECA, Adewale-Smatt Oyerinde, emphasized that the fair will focus on equipping job seekers with interview-ready skills and preparing them for meaningful engagement with employers. He highlighted that unemployment and skills mismatch remain significant challenges in Nigeria, underscoring the need for future-ready digital competencies.
The hybrid and physical sessions will provide participants with actionable strategies to navigate the modern workplace. Job seekers will have the opportunity to develop essential digital skills required for today's evolving job market, ensuring they are better aligned with industry demands.
Strategic Platform for Employers and Stakeholders
The fair will serve as a strategic platform for employers, industry leaders, and key stakeholders to engage in discussions on emerging digital trends, skills development, and career opportunities. Oyerinde described this as a critical initiative to bridge the gap between talent supply and industry demand.
Participants will benefit from:
- Face-to-face meetings with employers
- On-the-spot interviews
- Networking opportunities with human resources professionals
- Insights into Nigeria's evolving labor market dynamics
Commitment to Reducing Unemployment
Oyerinde reiterated NECA's commitment to reducing unemployment by equipping Nigeria's workforce with relevant skills. The fair's theme, 'Empowering Talents, Building Skills and Driving Inclusive Growth,' reflects the association's dedication to fostering a more robust and inclusive economic environment.
By providing a direct link between job seekers and employers, NECA aims to create a more efficient labor market that supports sustainable growth and development across various sectors.
