By Fisayo Akinduro

Nigeria is sitting on a vast reservoir of untapped technological talent, and young professionals must take advantage of global opportunities to realise their full potential, a US-based sports management and IT expert, Pastor Oluwaseun Arowolaju, has said.

He dropped the hint while speaking on Nigeria’s prospects in the tech industry in an exclusive interview with Weekend Hope.

Arowolaju described Nigeria’s intellectual capacity as a goldmine that, if properly harnessed, could position the nation among the world’s leading technology hubs.

He noted that the challenge was no longer about taking knowledge abroad to succeed, as technology had democratised opportunities, allowing people to thrive from anywhere.

With the growing acceptance of remote work and digital entrepreneurship, Arowolaju observed that earning in foreign currencies had become easier than ever.

He identified platforms such as YouTube, freelancing websites, and artificial intelligence-driven tools as avenues for Nigerians to generate income without leaving the country.

According to him, many individuals now make passive income of up to 10,000 US dollars a year simply by creating content online, adding that a smartphone alone was enough to access global markets.

He also pointed to Nigeria’s strength in design and artificial intelligence, stressing that the country had a natural flair for aesthetics and problem-solving skills that could be leveraged on a global scale.

He explained that Nigerians had an eye for what looked good, and that everything seen on mobile devices, from interfaces to apps, was designed by someone.

He maintained that if more emphasis was placed on design and AI, the country could build companies that would serve people worldwide.

Beyond traditional tech roles, artificial intelligence is shaping the future of work globally, and Arowolaju urged young Nigerians to embrace AI education, saying it provides personalised learning experiences and opens doors to new career paths.

He explained that AI could create tailored curriculums, refining knowledge in specific areas and presenting structured courses to aid personal and professional growth.

As Nigeria’s digital economy expands, Arowolaju believes that, if properly nurtured, the country’s intellectual potential could boost its global competitiveness and cement its place as a major player in the tech industry.