Dr. Frank Azikiwe Targets New Class of Underprivileged Citizens for Vocational Skills Empowerment

Fadekemi Ajakaiye

Renowned philanthropist and Chairman of Aazik Group, Dr. Frank Azikiwe, has announced a new empowerment initiative aimed at addressing unemployment and poverty among Nigeria’s underprivileged citizens. Known for his consistent charity efforts and donations across the country, Dr. Azikiwe is now focusing on a new frontier: equipping disadvantaged young people with practical, in-demand vocational skills.

The initiative, which will officially launch later this year, will provide training opportunities in areas such as vehicle servicing, carpentry, welding, tiling, and other high-demand trades. The goal is to create a pathway for self-sufficiency, entrepreneurship, and sustainable livelihoods, particularly for young Nigerians who have been left behind by formal education systems.

Speaking on the program, Dr. Azikiwe said: “Charity should not only be about providing short-term relief; it must also empower people to build lasting value for themselves and their communities. By targeting technical and vocational skills, we are giving a new class of underprivileged citizens the tools to transform their future. I believe Nigeria’s greatness lies in the creativity, resilience, and innovation of its people, and this initiative is designed to unlock exactly that.”

Over the years, Dr. Azikiwe has become a symbol of hope for many vulnerable groups through his wide-reaching philanthropy. From direct financial support to community development initiatives, his efforts have impacted lives across different regions of Nigeria. This new vocational empowerment drive marks a bold step towards tackling structural unemployment and bridging the skills gap in the nation’s workforce.
The initiative will also collaborate with certified training centers and experienced professionals to ensure participants receive world-class, practical instruction. Beyond skills acquisition, beneficiaries will also gain access to mentorship, startup toolkits, and possible employment linkages, ensuring the training translates into tangible opportunities.

This project underscores Dr. Azikiwe’s vision of impact-driven philanthropy that does not just give, but truly transforms lives.