NDE Sets Up 5,532 Beneficiaries after Skills Training Under Renewed Hope Employment
The National Directorate of Employment (NDE) has announced the successful resettlement of 5,532 beneficiaries who underwent training in various skills under its Renewed Hope Employment Initiative.
The director-general of NDE, Silas Agara, made this disclosure on Sunday during the NDE Special Day at the ongoing 36th Enugu International Trade Fair.
According to Agara, who was represented by Edmond Owuliri, the director of public research and statistics, NDE, the initiative is designed to equip unskilled and unemployed Nigerians with demand-driven skills to become self-employed, create wealth, and reduce poverty.
The Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu’s administration is deeply resonated with this year’s fair theme, “Developing Nigeria’s Industrial Sector SMEs for Economic Advancement and Global Recognition.”
The NDE has remained committed to creating jobs and empowering Nigerian citizens through various programs and initiatives over the years. Some of the programs driving the job creation efforts of the directorate include the Small Scale Enterprises Programme, which fosters entrepreneurship and skills development among Nigerians, leading to self-reliance.
The Rural Employment Promotion Programme provides employment opportunities in rural areas, reducing poverty and inequality through viable agricultural practices.
Other programs include the Special Public Works Programme, which implements public works projects that create jobs and stimulate local economies through infrastructural projects and stop-gap job opportunities. The Vocational Skills Development Programme equips Nigerians with vocational skills, enhancing their employability and competitiveness.
These programs have been instrumental in promoting economic growth, reducing unemployment, and improving livelihoods across Nigeria.
Agara emphasized the importance of collaboration and partnership in driving sustainable development, calling on government agencies, private sector organizations, and civil society groups to join hands with the NDE to promote the growth of SMEs. “Together, we can create a more prosperous and inclusive economy that benefits all Nigerians,” he said.
The president of Enugu Chamber of Commerce, Odeiga Jideonwo, commended the NDE for its role in growing SMEs and creating employment for millions of Nigerians. He also praised the agency for its consistency in using the fair to showcase its numerous services to Nigerians and how they can take advantage of the services free of charge.
The 36th Enugu International Trade Fair, which has brought together various stakeholders from the public and private sectors, provides a platform for the NDE to showcase its initiatives and programs aimed at promoting economic growth and development. The fair is expected to run for several days, offering opportunities for businesses, entrepreneurs, and individuals to network, exhibit their products, and explore new opportunities.
In a related development, the NDE has announced plans to expand its programs and initiatives to reach more Nigerians, particularly in rural areas. The agency has also expressed its commitment to working with state governments, local governments, and other stakeholders to create an enabling environment for job creation and economic growth.
As the NDE continues to make strides in promoting employment and economic development, Nigerians are optimistic about the prospects of a brighter future. With the Renewed Hope Employment Initiative and other programs, the agency is poised to make a significant impact on the lives of millions of Nigerians, contributing to the country’s overall economic growth and development.
