Dakkada Skills Acquisition Centre (DASAC) is Nigeria’s largest vocational training facility, located on 12.8 hectares in Ikot Ada Idem, Ibiono Ibom, Akwa Ibom State. The center features fully equipped workshops, an integrated farm, and experienced facilitators, capable of training up to five thousand students. It offers practical courses for private companies, government institutions, and individuals seeking professional skills for employment or entrepreneurship.
The facility has a rich history, initially established in 1976 as The Government Technical College, Ikot Ada Idem, in collaboration with the World Bank. The goal was to develop technical and vocational skills after the Nigerian Civil War. In 1998, it became part of the Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic’s engineering faculty but later served as a camp for internally displaced persons.
In 2019, the center was remodeled and renamed DASAC. It officially reopened on May 24, 2023, and by June 2024, it became fully operational. DASAC aims to reduce unemployment and bridge skill gaps by providing top-tier vocational training, thereby empowering individuals and supporting the growth of Nigeria’s workforce.