By: Nafiu Toyin Abdulqadri
The Ministry of Youth Development has announced plans to introduce a training scheme equivalent to the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) for graduates of the Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE). This was disclosed by the Minister of State for Youth Development, Engr Ayodele Olawande, at the opening of the BEMORE OYO 2024 Summer Bootcamp in Ibadan on Monday.
According to Olawande, the ministry will partner with the Ministry of Education to introduce new training reforms, including a program similar to NYSC for NCE holders and others. The goal is to provide a platform for NCE graduates to receive training and development opportunities similar to those offered by the NYSC.
Olawande emphasized the importance of citizenship and training, citing the positive impact of organizations like the Boys’ Brigade and Girl Guides in keeping young people away from social vices. He praised the founder of BEMORE Empowered Girls Foundation, Dr. Betty Anyanwu-Akeredolu, for her contributions to the development of the girl-child and encouraged support for BEMORE and similar organizations.
The proposed training scheme is part of the ministry’s efforts to bring “renewed hope” to young people and provide them with skills and opportunities for growth and development.