Acquisition of Efficient Skillsin Clothing, Textiles and New Technologies a Panacea to Unemployment in Nigeria, (a Case Study of Nigerian Youths)
Year: 2026
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: This study examines the role of skills acquisition in clothing, textiles, and new technologies as a sustainable solution to youth unemployment in Nigeria, using a survey method approach, six objectives and research questions were raised for the study, four hypotheses were tested. The research surveyed 192 Nigerian youths to assess their vocational skills, employment status, and perceptions of technological adoption in the textile sector. The findings reveal a statistically significant positive relationship (p<0.05) between skills training and improved employment outcomes, demonstrating that vocational competencies in garment production, textile design, and digital technologies enhance both employability and entrepreneurial success. However, systemic challenges including inadequate training infrastructure, limited funding, and socio-cultural biases hinder optimal skills utilization. The study concludes that while clothing and textile skills present a viable pathway to reducing youth unemployment, their full potential requires coordinated policy interventions, public-private partnerships, and technological integration. Recommendations include expanding vocational training programs, increasing funding for skills development, and promoting digital literacy to align with global industry trends. This research contributes to ongoing discourse on youth empowerment and provides evidence-based strategies for policymakers seeking to address unemployment through skills-driven approaches in developing economies.
Language: English
Subfield: Education
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W7214201088