Akwa Ibom State Governor, Mr Udom Emmanuel, has commended the New Breed for Sustainable Development, a socio-political group in the state, for keying into the job creation and human capacity development mantra of his administration.
Governor Emmanuel dropped the commendation on Friday at the group’s Business And Entrepreneurship Summit/Graduation Ceremony for 330 first batch of trainees of the free skill acquisition programme sponsored by the organisation.
Represented by the Dean of Commissioners and Commissioner for Agriculture, Dr. Glory Edet, the State Governor lauded New Breed for supporting the state government in its bid to reduce unemployment while creating a conducive environment for businesses to thrive.
He said his administration will not relent efforts in supporting entrepreneurship and hard work among youths in the state.
“It was the 2019 Democratic Presidential Candidate of the United States, Hillary Clinton that once said that it takes a village to raise a child. Today, I commend the New Breed family for this wonderful opportunity it has given to the youths of Akwa Ibom State to be trained in different skills that will not just create job opportunities for them, but for the generations to come.
“As youth friendly Governor, I am here because I believe in the youths of Akwa Ibom State, I believe in entrepreneurship and hard work. As a government, we are in full support of what is going on in New Breed”, he said.
He particularly commended the Founder of New Breed, Engr. Ekpenyong Udo Ekpenyong for placing emphasis on ICT and his contributions to the betterment of the state.
While advising the graduands to make good use of the knowledge acquired during their trainings, the Governor called on groups and individuals to join hands to boost what he described as productive tendencies.
“You are the true son of your father because people that knew your father, I’m sure they are not surprised by what you’re doing today. What you have done here speaks of your faith that individuals and groups should all join hands with the government and foster productive tendencies.
“I commend you for placing emphasis on ICT”, he added.
Earlier in his opening speech, Engr. Ekpenyong Udo Ekpenyong, said aside human capacity development, the group was committed to good governance through its support for the current administration in the state.
He congratulated the graduands who he noted have undergone serious entrepreneurial training which will ensure they remain self-sufficient and lauded the state government for its support.
Goodwill messages were also received from the PDP Legal Adviser, Barr. Emmanuel Enoidem, Akwa Ibom PDP Chairman, Hon. Aniekan Akpan, Member representing Ukanafun State Constituency, Dr. Charity Ido, Commissioner Youths and Sports, Sir Monday Ebong Uko, Chairman of Ukanafun Local Government Council, Hon. Godwin Inyieng amongst others.
The well-attended event featured cultural performances, award presentation, interactive session, and presentation of certificates/ starter packs to the trainees.
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