The Plateau State Government has taken a significant step toward boosting employment and digital inclusion by formalising a strategic partnership with Outsource Global.
The engagement took place in Jos, where Governor Caleb Mutfwang hosted the company’s delegation at the Old Government House in Rayfield. The discussions focused on aligning workforce development with the state’s long-term economic goals and positioning Plateau as a key player in Nigeria’s expanding outsourcing industry.
Leading the delegation, the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Outsource Global, Amal Hassan, highlighted Nigeria’s growing reputation as a destination for global outsourcing services. According to her, the country has demonstrated strong capacity in delivering professional services such as legal support, accounting, and software engineering to international clients.
She explained that the decision to expand operations to Plateau State followed extensive research confirming the state’s readiness to support large-scale outsourcing activities. Early indicators, she said, have been encouraging, with about 6,000 applications received within the first week of recruitment.
“We have commenced large-scale interviews and will continue the process,” she said, noting the strong level of interest among job seekers.
Also speaking, Uzochukwu Eziukwu, Chief Executive Officer of Bluetag and Director at Outsource Global, emphasised that building a skilled workforce is critical to attracting investment and driving sustainable economic growth.
He described the initiative as more than just a job creation programme, explaining that it is designed as a structured pathway for talent development.
“The platform identifies talent, aligns individuals with their skill sets, and guides them toward suitable career pathways and industry verticals,” he said.
According to him, the programme is expected to scale to 50,000 participants, with at least 2,000 individuals projected to secure international placements. Others will be absorbed into domestic outsourcing roles, creating a broad base of employment opportunities.
Eziukwu added that a six-month internship model will serve as a “funnel system” to improve employability and ensure sustained participation, with a target of keeping at least half of participants actively engaged.
For Governor Mutfwang, the initiative represents a practical and forward-looking response to unemployment challenges in the state. He stressed that real economic transformation depends on skills development rather than academic credentials alone.
“It is about skills. A certificate alone does not confer competence; we must prioritise practical capabilities,” he stated.
He also highlighted the programme’s inclusiveness, noting that it offers flexible opportunities for a wide range of participants.
“Even a housewife can participate from home, earn income, and contribute meaningfully to the economy,” he noted.
To support implementation, the governor revealed that the state has secured collaboration with MTN Nigeria, which will provide its Bukuru facility as an operational base. The centre is capable of accommodating up to 1,600 workers across multiple shifts.
Beyond direct employment, Mutfwang pointed out that the initiative is expected to stimulate broader economic activity, creating ripple effects across sectors such as housing, services, and value chains connected to the digital economy.
He reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to ensuring the success of the programme as it works toward achieving its ambitious target of creating 50,000 jobs.
