Firm launches centre to expand, IT hospitality training

Raptors Group, a technology firm, has inaugurated its 10th centre in partnership with Aptech, a technology education provider, in Lekki, Lagos.

The new facility, according to a statement, was designed to offer advanced computer technology training to Nigerians seeking diploma and degree qualifications.

The Chief Operating Officer of Raptors Group, Sajan Suvarna, announced that students pursuing a degree will have the opportunity to connect with a UK-based university, benefiting from credit transfer advantages.

“The diploma we offer is a pathway to an engineering degree at Middlesex University,” Suvarna said.

“Through our collaboration with Middlesex University, students can complete two years of their engineering program at our Nigerian centres and finish their final year at Middlesex in the UK, obtaining a degree in software engineering.”

The partnership between Raptors Group and Aptech offers students a cost-effective option, saving them approximately £30,000 (N15 million) in tuition fees. The ADSE program, which costs around £15,000 per year, provides a route to a UK degree at a significantly lower cost.

With 35 years of expertise in IT training, Aptech’s collaboration with Middlesex University allows students to access world-class education.

Raptors Group, the largest Aptech franchisee in Nigeria, provides training in IT, retail, and hospitality, equipping students with cross-functional skills to boost employability across various industries.

Suvarna highlighted the unique aspects of the new centre: “We are the sole franchisee with the Aptech Learning License. Aptech Learning not only focuses on IT but also on retail and hospitality, aiming to provide youths with essential skills for customer service and industry-specific roles.”

The ADSE program, a flagship offering, allows students to study for two years at the Nigerian centres and complete their degree at Middlesex in the UK, thereby saving considerable amounts on tuition fees.

The Head of Operations at Raptors West Africa Limited, Sumit Sharma, emphasized the program’s benefits: “Nigerians possess exceptional coding and programming talents.

“Our updated curriculum aligns with current market needs, enhancing job prospects both locally and internationally. Our courses are designed to facilitate employment; thus, we refer to them as ‘Job Accentuated Programs from Aptech.’”

Sharma also noted that the choice of Lekki for the new centre aligns with the goal of bringing educational opportunities closer to Nigeria’s youth demographic.