Kakalistiq.com reports that Comrade Giwa Moore, the Senior Special Assistant to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Vocational and Technical Education, paid a visit to Hon. Alabi Opeyemi, the Senior Special Assistant on Youth Mobilization, yesterday to discuss collaborative efforts aimed at benefiting the youth of Lagos State.
During their meeting, Moore and Opeyemi passionately discussed potential programs and initiatives designed to enhance vocational training and skill development for Lagos youths. Their conversation highlighted the importance of creating opportunities that would equip young people with essential skills, thereby fostering self-reliance and economic contribution.
In the same vein, Moore met with Hon. Mobolaji Ogunlende, the Commissioner for Youth and Social Development. The discussions focused on government efforts in job creation for youths and explored various areas for partnership and collaboration. Both officials agreed on the critical need to invest in technical education and skills development as a means to address youth unemployment.
Moore emphasized the significant role that skilled individuals play in the economy, pointing out that those with vocational skills are more likely to be self-reliant and valuable to economic growth. His visit underscored a commitment to leveraging vocational training as a tool for job creation and youth empowerment in Lagos State.
This initiative marks a strategic move towards fostering a skilled and economically independent youth population, aligning with broader government objectives to enhance sustainable development and economic resilience through education and training.
