Gbosheye

Introduction In an era where global job markets are increasingly driven by demonstrable skills rather than academic qualifications, the traditional paper-based degree certificate is gradually losing its dominance. In Nigeria, a nation where university degrees have long been regarded as the ultimate passport to success, the emerging global demand for skill-based training poses an existential threat to the value of these certificates. How long can Nigeria continue to rely on paper credentials in a rapidly evolving world that values what one can do over what one claims to know? The Changing Nature of Global Employment Across the globe, employers are shifting their focus from academic qualifications to verifiable competencies. Companies like Google, IBM, and Apple have publicly de-emphasized college degrees in their recruitment strategies. Instead, they prioritize portfolios, project experience, and certifications from non-traditional platforms. The rise of platforms like Coursera, Udemy, ...