Anambra Seeks Partnership With Nigerian Government On Youth Empowerment

The Anambra State is seeking partnership with the Nigerian Government on Youth empowerment in line with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.

The Commissioner for Youth Development in Anambra State, Patrick Mba and his team, had engaged the Minister of State for Youth, Ayodele Olawande to explore collaboration with the the Nigerian government on the innovative “1 Youth 2 Skills” programme recently launched by the Minister.

According to the Commissioner, “Under the visionary administration of Governor Charles Soludo, the “1 Youth 2 Skill Solution” programme, inaugurated in October 2022, aims to create 1000 youth millionaires annually and generate private sector jobs in Anambra State.

“Rooted in the Igbo Apprenticeship Model, the programme draws inspiration from a tradition that has produced successful entrepreneurs globally.

“Having thrived under the administration of Governor Soludo, the “1 Youth 2 Skills Solution” has empowered 5000 beneficiaries in 2023 alone through the N2 Billion Business Financing Scheme.

An additional 20,000 youths were equipped with super-tech digital skills under Solution Innovation District (SID).

Mba said; “The initiative, run through a community-based approach, integrates Apprenticeship, Entrepreneurship, Cooperative Formation, Business Financing, a One-year Mentoring Scheme, and meticulous Monitoring and Evaluation, ensuring a sustained impact on youth empowerment.”

He further stated that aligning with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s vision for youth development, the Government of Anambra State seeks collaboration with the Nigerian government to combat youth restiveness, unemployment, and endemic poverty.

He affirmed that the government is also actively digitizing the learning process, allowing beneficiaries to acquire skills from the comfort of their zones.

The Minister of State For Youth, Ayodele Olawande expressed his sincere appreciation for the partnership visit from Patrick Mba, and his team.

The Minister said; “I look forward to fostering a collaborative partnership with Anambra State on Youth development, aiming to scale up the impactful “1 Youth 2 Skills” programme.

“This commitment reflects a shared vision for empowering the youth and building a more prosperous and secure future for the nation, aligning with President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope agenda.”

Mercy Chukwudiebere