Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal has graduated 500 youths trained in various vocational skills at the Vocational Training Centre in Damba, Gusau
The graduates completed training in different vocational fields as part of the state government’s efforts to equip residents with skills for employment and self-reliance
A statement by the Director-General, Media and Communication, Nuhu Salihu Anka, said the programme was designed to create opportunities for youths and other members of the society to secure jobs or establish small-scale businesses
The government said the skills acquired by the trainees would enable them to improve their livelihoods and contribute to the state’s economic growth
Speaking at the graduation ceremony, Lawal described vocational training as an important tool for tackling unemployment and promoting self-reliance among youths
He said his administration’s Rescue Mission had identified skills acquisition as a key pillar for building a sustainable economy
According to him, skilled youths can use their expertise to earn a living, create jobs for others and reduce dependence on government
The graduation of the 500 trainees is part of the state government’s efforts to expand access to vocational training and skills acquisition opportunities across Zamfara