The Taraba State office of the National Directorate of Employment has commenced the training of twenty unemployed youths on the Environmental Beautification scheme in the state.
Speaking at the opening ceremony on Friday at Camp Lavet in Jalingo, the state Coordinator, Mr Christopher Bamsida, said the participants were recruited under the Special Public Works Department of the NDE, aimed at reducing unemployment in the state.
Bamsida explained that the scheme was designed to train employed school leavers in plaster of Paris (POP), and hard and soft landscaping, leading to the acquisition of skills in erosion control, environmental beautification protection, and sanitation.
According to him, the environmental beautification training scheme is aimed at showcasing the resilience of youth who are making strides in various fields.
He emphasised that the agency recognised the potential of vibrant youths and was dedicated to providing them with the skills needed to build a prosperous and sustainable future.
Bamsida stressed the strategic importance of equipping young people with skills, abilities, understanding, and work habits necessary for gainful employment and entrepreneurship.
He pointed out that the choices of these skill sets were deliberate attempts at making an impact in the global system.
Bamsida urged the trainees to concentrate and acquire the skills, as this would enable them to become relevant decision-makers in the economy of life.
Additionally, Bamsida called on well-meaning individuals, organisations, and government at all levels to support NDE’s efforts to reduce unemployment in the country.
He expressed gratitude to the Taraba state Governor, Dr Agbu Kefas, for creating a conducive environment for the Directorate to thrive in the state.
In his remarks, the Head of the Department of Small Skills Enterprise, Usman Bwala advised participants to take advantage of the training, urging them not to let the Federal government down.
Mr. Solomon Rimamnyang thanked the federal government and NDE for allowing them to receive training in such skills, promising on behalf of the beneficiaries not to fail the federal government in its efforts to add value to the labor market.
