RCCG Empowers 200 Lagos Youths with AI Skills for Wealth Creation
In a significant move to combat unemployment and foster economic empowerment, the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Christ The Lord Parish in Lekki, Lagos, has successfully trained more than 200 youths, entrepreneurs, and small business owners in artificial intelligence (AI) and essential digital business skills. This initiative forms a crucial part of the church's Christian Social Responsibility efforts, building on the momentum of its recently concluded Economic Summit.
Three-Day AI Business Empowerment Bootcamp
The intensive three-day AI Business Empowerment Bootcamp took place from April 9 to April 11, 2026, at the church premises. Organized by the Welfare Department of RCCG, the program was facilitated by the United States-based Fish For Life Foundation, which provided participants with practical, hands-on knowledge on leveraging digital tools for income generation. Key figures involved included Assistant Pastor Benson Evbuomwan and Deaconess Ifeoma Umeh, Head of Welfare, alongside representatives from the foundation.
Comprehensive Training in Digital Ventures
Participants received comprehensive training in several critical areas designed to open new pathways for wealth creation. The curriculum covered:
- AI-powered book writing and publishing
- Video creation and editing techniques
- YouTube channel development and monetization strategies
- Freelancing on global digital platforms
This training aimed to equip attendees with the skills necessary to launch digital ventures and explore diverse income streams in the rapidly expanding global digital economy.
Leadership Insights on Digital Empowerment
Speaking at the event, Pastor Tunde Jenrola, the Pastor-in-Charge of the Parish, who represented Assistant Pastor-in-Charge of Region 11 and Pastor-in-Charge of Lagos Province 20, Pastor Tunde Netufo, emphasized the initiative's goal. He stated that artificial intelligence has unlocked new opportunities for wealth creation, and equipping young people with relevant digital skills is vital to reducing unemployment and enhancing economic productivity.
"This programme goes beyond words. It is about equipping people with the tools to create income, build sustainable businesses, and compete globally using technology," he remarked, highlighting the practical impact of the bootcamp.
Positive Feedback and Future Plans
Participants praised the bootcamp as impactful and transformative, noting that it provided them with actionable skills to initiate digital businesses and tap into new revenue sources. Organizers underscored the importance of strategic partnerships, like that with the Fish For Life Foundation, in delivering scalable empowerment programs. They announced plans to introduce more training sessions to further support youths and entrepreneurs in the region.
Broader Implications for Digital Skills Development
Stakeholders at the event stressed the necessity for increased investment in digital skills development as the global economy becomes increasingly technology-driven. This initiative by RCCG serves as a model for how religious and community organizations can play a pivotal role in addressing economic challenges through education and skill-building in emerging technologies like artificial intelligence.
