As technology continues to reshape industries globally, more companies are seeking talent to bridge the gap between technical solutions and business needs.
But according to Michael Onyemah, Product Manager, Tech Career Coach, who founded Ecanset to help non-technical professionals in Nigeria transition into tech careers and secure remote jobs said, “many Nigerians are yet to realise the growing opportunities for non-technical roles in the tech sector.”
“Tech is not just for coders or engineers,” Onyemah says. “It’s for thinkers, planners, communicators, analysts, and Nigeria is full of those.”
Onyemah has spent over five years coaching professionals into remote tech roles through his platform, Ecanset. His mission is clear — to help Nigerians understand that they do not need a technical background to work in the tech industry.
With digital transformation increasing across sectors, roles such as product managers, UX researchers, growth strategists, and tech support leads are in high demand. These roles often do not require coding skills but rely on strategy, problem-solving, leadership, and communication — qualities common in many professionals in Nigeria.
“These are the people who connect business goals to customer needs and help developers build the right solutions,” Onyemah says. “And in many cases, they don’t write a single line of code.”
Product management is one of the more accessible entry points for non-tech professionals. Onyemah points out that many Nigerians already working in business, operations, HR, or education have transferable skills that fit well into the role.
Through Ecanset, Onyemah has seen people shift from careers in banking or teaching to remote product management roles in global teams. “They start out unsure if they even belong in tech,” he says. “Six months later, they’re working with teams in Europe or the U.S., earning $2,000–$4,000 monthly.”
He adds that the issue is often not a lack of talent but a lack of direction and access. “If you have the right guide and real-world training, it’s absolutely possible. The talent is already here; the tech world is waiting for us to show up.”
In Nigeria, where underemployment and low job satisfaction are common, Onyemah’s message has found an audience. “Most people are not lazy or unambitious. They just don’t know there’s a better way,” he says. “Tech offers flexibility, remote work, and global exposure without needing to relocate. That’s a future worth pursuing.”
Onyemah and his team at Ecanset continue to support professionals across Nigeria with coaching, internships, and job placement support. His advice to anyone still unsure about entering tech is direct: “Don’t wait until it’s perfect. Tech won’t slow down for anyone. Start where you are, learn fast, and position yourself for global relevance. You already have what it takes.”
