The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI), has completed a capacity development and training exercise for 100 youths in Ebonyi State on Modern Methods of Electrical Installations and Maintenance.

The training focus areas were on advanced Installation of Electrical Wiring, Appliance Repair, Solar Power Installation, Electrical Panel Maintenance, Safety Inspections and Upgrading of Electrical Systems.

Speaking at the closing ceremony of the 5-day training, the Executive Vice Chairman/CEO of NASENI, Mr. Khalil Suleiman Halilu said by paying particular attention to job creation through skills acquisition training, the Agency was contributing to economic growth, creating enabling environment for the development of skills and poverty alleviation, making way for socio-economic development and also to guarantee a safe and brighter future for the youths.

The EVC/CEO, who was represented by the Coordinating Director, Finance and Account, NASENI, Mr. Ibrahim Baba Dauda, said, “Statistics show that building construction is on the rise and there is high demand for quality electrical and maintenance skilled workforce, which is why NASENI embarked on this training, the third in the South-East zone.

Statement signed by NASENI Director of Information, Mr. Segun Ayeoyenikan said the first two of the exercises took place in Anambra and Imo State respectively on Solar Installation and Maintenance.

According the EVC/CEO, “It is imperative to let you know that we drew inspiration from President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope 8-Point Agenda, which focuses on Ending Poverty, Economic Growth, Job Creation, Food Security, and Access to Capital, Improved Security, Enabling Environment, Rule of Law, and the Fight against Corruption amongst others.

He urged the beneficiaries to make judicious use of the startup kits handed over to them to build their career and train others. .

The EVC also advised the participants not to sell the kits and tools that were given to them. “You must not sell the start-up kits, because money in the accounts now is just temporary, but the skill which you have will give you identity”.

In his address, the Executive Governor of Ebonyi State, Hon. Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru, represented by the Commissioner for Skill Development and Job Creation, Hon. Elijah Okwu Oko Udu, said the training and youth empowerment carried out in collaboration with NASENI was a clear manifestation of the State’s vision to create opportunities for every Ebonyi youth to succeed and contribute meaningfully to society.

“Through this workshop, we did not only train 100 young men and women but also equipped them with startup tools to further their careers. This investment is a declaration of trust in your ability to lead, innovate and inspire. Skill acquisition is not just about individual growth; it is about building resilient commitment and a robust economy.

“The youths were handed over startup kits containing, face shield, earmuff, hard hat, coverall, insulate glove, safety boot, safety eye goggle, fishing tape, cardless hammer drill, measuring tape, wire striper, non-contact tester, Allen wrench set, wireless inspection camera and conduit bender amongst other modern electrical tools