“…I’m targeting to train and equip a minimum of 100 Akwa Ibomites to be self reliant and to be able to compete with their counterparts across the world”.
By Ime Silas
In fulfilment of his earlier commitment to send no fewer than one hundred youths of Akwa Ibom State origin overseas for training in various fields of endeavor, the member representing Ukanafun/Oruk Anam Federal Constituency at the National Assembly, Abuja, Rt. Hon Unyime Idem today, sent forth the 10th Batch to China.
In a statement shortly after the brief ceremony, the federal lawmaker said:
“Earlier today, I sent forth the 10th batch of two Akwa Ibomites to China for Advanced Training on International Trade.
This is in fulfillment of my commitment to train 100 youths to gain mastery of relevant skills for self-sufficiency and global competitiveness, as well as raise the next generation of leaders in Akwa Ibom state.
The two trainees are;
Ututofon Udokang Udom
Dianabasi Monday Etukudo
I reminded them that the world is a global village, so there’s need for them to be exposed to modern technology to be able to compete with their counterparts globally, so wherever they have an opportunity to work, they will not lag behind.
To achieve this, I’m targeting to train and equip a minimum of 100 Akwa Ibomites to be self reliant and to be able to compete with their counterparts across the world.
I’ve taken this step because what is helping me today to do what I’m able to do and achieve is the level of training and exposure I’ve garnered over the years across the globe, and it is my desire that they will do better than me.
I also intend that the training will be done periodically in order to achieve the 100 targeted number.
Part of my letter to the beneficiaries, titled “Letter of Nomination and Sponsorship to Training in China”, reads “As a participant in the training, you’re entitled to a travelling allowance, but beyond that, your experience there will put you on a pedestal to compete favourably with your counterparts across the globe.”
“I therefore advice you to be of good conduct as an ambassador of Akwa Ibom state and the country, Nigeria.”
“I wish you a safe stay throughout the training period and journey mercies, to and from China. Congratulations.”
It would be recalled that the two-term legislator has been empowering, not just members of his Ukanafun/Oruk Anam Federal constituency, but youths and women drawn from other parts of Akwa Ibom State with trainings, cash and other means of empowerments.
