In every thriving ecosystem, there’s a meeting point in a place where talent is nurtured, creativity is sharpened, and new opportunities are unlocked. For Akure, that place is the Art & Tech Hub, a branch of The Hive Incubator dedicated to shaping the future of the city’s creative and tech economy.
The Art & Tech Hub is more than just a training centre. It is an academy of possibilities designed to bridge the gap between raw talent and market-ready skills. With a focus on both art and technology, the hub is launching programs that give young people the tools to not only express their creativity but also thrive in today’s digital economy.
A New Kind of Academy
The upcoming cohort will offer intensive, hands-on courses in:
Business Analysis – for problem-solvers who want to harness data and strategy.
Videography – for storytellers ready to bring ideas to life through film and visuals.
Graphic Design – for creatives passionate about creating stunning, functional designs.
Art Academy – for artists who want to refine their craft and build careers in visual art.
These programs are not just classes. They’re designed to equip participants with practical skills, connect them with mentors, and open doors to real-world opportunities.
Why It Matters
Akure is fast becoming a hub for innovation in Nigeria. But for the ecosystem to grow sustainably, talent development is key. The Art & Tech Hub exists to ensure that young creatives and aspiring tech professionals don’t just dream, they execute.
By investing in this kind of training, The Hive Incubator is helping to:
Strengthen the local creative economy, giving young people pathways to monetize their skills.
Foster collaboration between art and technology, two industries that are increasingly interconnected.
Position Akure as a leader in producing skilled professionals who can compete on both national and global stages.
Looking Ahead
As applications open soon, the Art & Tech Hub is sending a clear message: the future belongs to those who are ready to learn, create, and lead.
For Akure’s creatives, this is more than just an opportunity. It’s a movement. A chance to be part of the generation that transforms Akure into a true capital of innovation and creativity.
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