Empowerment
IVETA commends Delta State’s TVET initiatives, offers strategies for enhanced youth empowerment
IVETA President Serumu Igberadja congratulates Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori on TVET initiatives, recommending teacher retraining, bursary programs, and construction site partnerships for youth empowerment
The International Vocational Education and Training Association (IVETA) has extended its highest commendation to the Delta State Government for its visionary leadership in advancing Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programs.
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Serumu Igberadja, President of IVETA, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting TVET globally, particularly in developing countries, expressed profound admiration for the state’s commitment to youth empowerment and economic growth.
In a letter addressed to His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Igberadja lauded the establishment and sustained support of the Delta State Technical and Vocational Education Board.
He acknowledged the foresight of the immediate past governor in laying a strong foundation for this board and praised the present administration’s unwavering dedication to overseeing technical colleges and skills acquisition programs.
“I am writing to express my highest commendation for the visionary leadership demonstrated by your administration in establishing and sustaining the Delta State Technical and Vocational Education Board.
This bold initiative has been instrumental in overseeing the technical colleges’ management and skills acquisition programs, showcasing your government’s commitment to empowering youths and driving economic growth.
The immediate past governor’s foresight in establishing this board has laid a strong foundation, and it is heartening to see the present administration’s unwavering support and dedication to this noble cause.
The board’s impact on promoting technical education, vocational training, and skills development is truly commendable.
This bold initiative has been instrumental in overseeing the technical colleges’ management and skills acquisition programs, showcasing your government’s commitment to empowering youths and driving economic growth.
As President of IVETA, a non-profit organization registered in the USA since 1984, dedicated to promoting and advancing Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) globally, especially in developing countries, I am impressed by Delta State’s commitment to TVET.
To further enhance the effectiveness of TVET programs, I humbly recommend:
1. Retraining TVET teachers and instructors to meet current technological advancements, ensuring they remain relevant and equipped to impart modern skills.
2. Establishing TVET bursary programs to encourage and support youths in pursuing TVET teaching careers, addressing the need for skilled educators.
3. Partnering contractors with TVET institutions to train youths on construction sites while implementing projects. By leveraging construction sites as training grounds, we can harness the potential of our youths and equip them with practical skills.
This initiative can be incorporated as part of the contracted companies’ corporate social responsibilities, fostering a win-win situation for all stakeholders.
These initiatives will strengthen the TVET ecosystem, benefiting students, industries, and the state’s economy. I applaud the government’s proactive stance in driving progress and look forward to seeing the continued growth and success of this initiative.
Please accept my sincerest appreciation for your outstanding leadership.”
Serumu Igberadja
President, International Vocational Education and Training Association (IVETA), USA
In a significant boost to youth empowerment and alternative energy transportation, the Federal Government has officially commissioned a new Automotive Training Centre in Gusau, Zamfara State. The facility has already commenced operations with an inaugural cohort of 100 youths trained in mechatronics a specialized field combining mechanical and electronic engineering specifically focused on the repair of both petrol and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered tricycles and motorcycles.
The project was executed through a strategic partnership between the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC) and the Zamfara State office of the Made in Nigeria Special Project. The initiative is designed to address two critical national challenges: rising youth unemployment and the need for a skilled workforce capable of maintaining the growing fleet of CNG-powered vehicles, which are being promoted as a cheaper and cleaner alternative to petrol-only engines.
Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, Zamfara State Governor, Dr Dauda Lawal, hailed the centre as a transformative step forward. “This is not just about building a workshop; it is about building futures,” Governor Lawal stated. He emphasized that the centre aligns seamlessly with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which prioritizes job creation and economic diversification, while also reflecting his administration’s commitment to developing skilled manpower across the state. He noted that the focus on CNG technology is particularly timely, given the federal government’s push to lower transportation costs following the removal of fuel subsidies.
Reinforcing the federal perspective, the Minister of State for Industry, Senator John Owan Enoh, reaffirmed the government’s broader vision for the automotive sector. He highlighted that the Gusau centre is part of a nationwide strategy to expand Nigeria’s automotive industry through increased local production, the establishment of industrial hubs, and strategic partnerships with global investors. “We are moving from a culture of importing fully built vehicles to one where Nigerians design, assemble, and maintain our own transportation solutions,” Senator Enoh remarked. He added that mechatronics training is critical for the next generation of automotive engineers, who will be essential as the country transitions toward more sustainable fuel sources.
Local community leaders and representatives of the trained youths expressed optimism about the initiative. For many of the graduates, the certification offers a viable pathway out of economic hardship, enabling them to set up their own repair workshops or gain employment in the formal automotive sector. The NADDC has indicated that similar training centres are being planned for other states, with the aim of creating a national network of CNG-compatible repair and maintenance hubs.
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