HOW TO STAY EMPLOYABLE IN 2025: RELEVANT TECH SKILLS YOU SHOULD BE LEARNING

Time is not waiting for anybody; while some people are still rehearsing “I am a goal-oriented individual” for job interviews, others are cashing out because they invested time in learning skills that are shaping the world right now.

If you’re a Nigerian student wondering where to channel your energy beyond lecture notes, here are some relevant tech skills you should seriously consider:

1.      Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Machine Learning: Whether it’s chatbots, smart apps, or data prediction, AI is the hot cake. The earlier you learn, the better.

2.      Data Analysis & Visualization: Numbers don’t lie, but they can confuse. If you can simplify data for decision-making, you’ll be valuable everywhere. From banks to startups.

3.    Cybersecurity: With the rise of online scams and breaches, ethical hackers and cyber defenders are in demand.

4.      UI/UX Design: People love smooth apps and websites. If you can combine creativity with usability, you’ll always be needed.

5.    Software & Mobile App Development: Coding isn’t going out of style. Building apps, websites, or even simple tools can set you apart.

6.      Product Management: Not everyone needs to code. If you can coordinate tech projects, manage teams, and deliver results, you’re just as important.

7.      Blockchain & Web3: Beyond the crypto hype, blockchain powers fintech, logistics, and even health. The space is still growing every day. You don’t want to sleep on it.

8.   Digital Marketing & SEO: SEO is an abbreviation for “Search Engine Optimization”. Businesses need visibility online. If you can drive traffic, boost engagement, and understand algorithms, you’ll always be relevant.

9.    Tech Content Creation & Technical Writing: If you can explain tech in simple English (blogs, tutorials, or documentation), companies and startups will pay for that clarity. Good examples of people you might know are Kagan or Miss Techy. They get paid by these brands/ companies to explain the features their products offer.

The best part? Many of these skills are learnable online, and sometimes for free. So, while you’re navigating through school stress, don’t forget to invest in the skills that can set you up for global opportunities.