Anambra State Commissioner for Youth Development, Mr Patrick Aghamba, has emphasized that the “1 Youth 2 Skills” program of the Soludo administration will help to realize the 130, 000 private sector jobs, and 1000 youth millionaires annually as envisioned by the Governor.
Mr Aghamba stated this in Awka while addressing the media on the targeted impact of the youth empowerment program.
According to the Youth Development Commissioner, the program has expanded the skills from 21 as captioned in pilot phase to 47 in the coming phase.
He noted that more youths will be trained, empowered to create businesses, employment opportunities, as well as empower others.
The Commissioner maintained that those who benefited from the phase one has opportunity to access loans through Anambra State Small Business Agency to improve their capacity and expand their business scope.
Mr Aghamba noted that the Soludo administration is determined to building productive youths that will contribute to the growth and development of the state, and improve their families well-being.
While assuring that the ministry of youth development will ensure the that best is given in terms of training and mentorship, the Commissioner called on the beneficiaries and potential ones to maximize the opportunity.