About Us

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80% practical training at the academy, 100% practical training with construction companies.

SKILLING NIGERIA

Empowering Artisans Through Dual Vocational Training

FOCI Skills Academy (FSA) is a world-class training center registered in 2019 by the Federation of Construction Industry (FOCI) to close the critical skill gaps within the industry. We operate under the National Skills Qualification Framework (NSQF) developed by the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE).By combining 80% practical training within our academy with 100% on-the-job training across FOCI’s extensive network of member companies, we provide a secure pathway to employment while raising safety and competence benchmarks.

Trainees Empowered

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German-Trained Instructors

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FOCI Employer Partners

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Practical Site Exposure

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THE CHALLENGE WE TACKLE

Why FOCI Skills Academy Was Founded

Nigeria’s construction sector is booming, yet it faces structural roadblocks that limit national economic growth. FSA bridges the gap between raw labor potential and industry demand.

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Severe Youth Unemployment

FSA transforms idle youth into valuable assets, guiding them to self-reliance through sustainable vocational skills.

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Shortage of Skilled Artisans

By replacing ad-hoc learning with strict standards, we resolve the acute shortage of reliable construction labor.

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Low Gender Inclusivity

FSA actively supports women by facilitating equal access to heavy industry skills and equal wages on site.

Our Vision

To be Nigeria’s most innovative and trusted provider of Construction Skills.

Our Mission

To provide unique, hands-on training in construction skills through Dual Technical and Vocational Training — promoting social equity, youth empowerment, and sustainable national development.

Our Principle

Delivering dual, hands-on apprenticeship to bridge local talent directly with real-time constructor frameworks.

Our Philosophy

Laying solid career paths through top technical training, direct site guidance, and high standard competence.

GLOBAL INNOVATION IN TVET

UNESCO-BILT Project Selection

FOCI Skills Academy was proudly selected by UNESCO-UNEVOC as one of only eight (8) institutions globally across Africa, Asia, and Europe to participate in the prestigious Bridging Innovation and Learning in TVET (BILT) Project. In this capacity, we co-developed and piloted the global New Qualifications and Competencies Self-Reflection Tool, cementing our place as Nigeria’s most innovative TVET provider.

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Years of Impact

Why Choose Us

Our Objectives

FOCI Skills Academy is mandated to execute key initiatives to reform professional trades education across Nigeria:

Formal Training and NSQF Certification of Apprentices

Short-Term Modular Upgrades for Construction Corporate Teams

Continuous Upskilling for Existing Artisans and Craftsmen

Flexible Career Re-skilling & Professional Development

WHY FSA LEADS

An Unmatched Standard of Construction TVET in Nigeria

NSQF Level 3 Accreditation

A high-status, nationally acknowledged certification recognized and approved directly under NBTE parameters.

German-Backed Pedagogy

14 indigenous trainers upskilled and directly certified by German GIZ/Sequa pedagogical experts.

Dual Vocational System

A hybrid balance: 80% practical learning at our complex and 100% active labor placement at active construction sites.

Earn While You Learn

Trainees earn a stipend directly during site placements with member employers, removing financial obstacles to learning.

Trusted by 50+ Leading Construction Companies in Nigeria

FSA is a direct subsidiary of FOCI (Federation of Construction Industry), developed and reinforced under continuous strategic technical partnerships with German international cooperation agencies (GIZ and Sequa) alongside CCEEAN.

Ready to Build Real Skills and Earn Real Income?

Enroll in our NBTE-approved dual vocational training programs today. Gain access to premium classroom facilities, professional guidance, and guaranteed construction site placements.