Otunba Kingsley Mokikan Encourages Secondary School Students on Skill Acquisition in Kabba-Bunu
In a bid to foster self-reliance and reduce unemployment among youths, Otunba Kingsley Mokikan, the Supervisory Councillor for Education and Social Services in Kabba-Bunu Local Government Area, has emphasized the importance of skill acquisition for secondary school students.
Speaking at a program organized by the Kogi Secondary School Entrepreneurship Program (K.S.S.E.P), he highlighted the transformative potential of skill acquisition in shaping the younger generation and fostering economic development.
Otunba Mokikan defined skill acquisition as a structured plan that helps individuals learn and master new skills. He elaborated on the array of skills students could learn through this initiative, including decoration and art design, catering and baking, tailoring and fashion design, bag and shoe making, carpentry, agriculture, and computer skills. According to him, these skills would not only enhance students’ knowledge and personal development but also prepare them to tackle unemployment challenges effectively.
Otunba Mokikan stressed that acquiring practical skills provides students with the tools to generate income independently, reducing reliance on government jobs. He noted that the integration of such programs in schools would contribute significantly to youth empowerment, creativity, and innovation.
He expressed his gratitude to Kogi State Governor, His Excellency Ahmed Usman Ododo, for creating an enabling environment for educational advancements and lauded the Commissioner for Education, Hon. Wemi Jones, FCIB, for his commitment to promoting skill acquisition among students. Otunba Mokikan also acknowledged the support of Barr. Zacchaeus Dare Michael, the Chairman of Kabba-Bunu LGA, who has shown a strong willingness to incorporate the skill acquisition program into the local school curriculum.
Addressing the students, Otunba Mokikan urged them to remain focused and committed to mastering the skills offered through the program. He encouraged them to view these opportunities as a stepping stone toward a brighter future, emphasizing the long-term benefits of self-sufficiency and entrepreneurship.
Otunba Mokikan commended the organizers of the K.S.S.E.P for their visionary efforts in initiating such a life-changing program in Kabba-Bunu. He described the initiative as a significant milestone in the journey toward youth empowerment and sustainable development in the region.
The event concluded with a renewed sense of hope and determination among the students, who pledged to take full advantage of the skill acquisition program. As Kabba-Bunu continues to embrace innovative educational strategies, the region sets a laudable example of how targeted initiatives can drive community development and economic growth.
