Daikin Middle East and Africa FZE, a manufacturer of air conditioning, heating, ventilation, and refrigeration solutions, has announced the opening of its second training centre in Nigeria in partnership with Field of Skills and Dream, a vocational, technical, and entrepreneurship training institute, to empower artisans.
It was disclosed that Field of Skills and Dream would facilitate the training of new technicians, including theoretical and practical exercises.
According to the firm, the training centre aims to build a community of skilled workers and equip them with the necessary education to excel in their careers and contribute to Africa’s climate efforts by promoting sustainable cooling solutions.
“Daikin recognises Africa, particularly Nigeria, as a key market undergoing rapid changes. To address the increasing demand for air conditioners and promote sustainable cooling practices, it has established a state-of-the-art training centre where technicians can gain hands-on experience with their advanced HVAC solutions,” it said in a statement.
The Vice President at Daikin Middle East and Africa, Tuna Gulenc, said, “Daikin is committed to serving the local market where it operates. This second training and development centre in partnership with Field of Skills and Dream in Nigeria will be an extension of Daikin’s expertise and know-how to further build the skills and knowledge in the market and promote best practices of sustainable cooling, actively contributing to the socio-economic development of Nigeria.
“We are proud to collaborate with FSD, which has a proven track record of training technicians and positively contributing to the betterment of Nigerian society for development and growth.”
The Director at Field of Skills and Dream, Mrs Omowale Ogunrinde, said Daikin’s intervention in the upgrade of FSD’s TVET skills development workshop for HVAC technicians was timely.
According to her, the partnership would enable the institute to empower more young Nigerians with skills to access new jobs and start their personal small businesses.
