The Government of Ekiti State, via the Ministry of Trade, Industry, Investment, and Cooperatives in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and the Board of Technical and Vocational Education, is set to commence a comprehensive artisan training programme for Master Craft persons across the State.
Ekiti News reports that the inaugural phase will train 250 participants at GTC Ado-Ekiti and GTC Ikole-Ekiti for six weeks, starting on August 12, 2024.
This initiative aligns with the government’s job creation and youth development pillars, addressing artisans’ challenges in accessing internationally recognised trade certification and digital employment platforms.
According to a statement by Ekiti State Commissioner for Trade, Industry, Investment & Cooperatives, Mrs Omotayo Adeola, the programme aims to provide trade certification and integrate artisans into digital hiring platforms, marking a significant step towards modernising the state’s workforce, creating job opportunities for both skilled and unskilled youth, and equipping artisans with essential skills, including value orientation, work ethics, and modern technology, enabling them to thrive in today’s competitive job market.
The statement urge artisans in the state to participate in this transformative programme and take advantage of the opportunities it presents.