By Tina Amanda
In alignment with Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s blueprint for job creation in Rivers State, Quick-Fixed Empire has announced plans to employ over 20 people.
This was disclosed by the Managing Director, Chinwe Ukuko, during the official opening of Quick-Fixed Empire in Port Harcourt. The business offers a range of services, including shoe care, co-working spaces, game pods, laundry services, and more.
Ukuko emphasized that the organization is not only focused on generating profit but also on giving back to the community by providing skill-acquisition opportunities for young people in the state.
“Everything we do here is about providing quick solutions,” she stated. “Quick-Fixed Empire will employ over 20 people because we operate six different businesses. Beyond making money, we are committed to empowering youths through skill training and even funding some of them.
“The Empire is not just about making money, it is also about giving back to society, we have a skill acquisition center where we train young people and fund some of them”.
She also highlighted the company’s plans to collaborate with tech companies and research institutes to ensure that teenagers and young adults are using technology in a positive way.
“The world is tech-driven now, and we want to make sure that youths are learning the right skills and using technology productively.
“We are going to have collaboration with some tech companies and research institutes to make sure teenagers and youths out there are learning the right thing, using the tech positively and not the negative part.
“We just have to do what we have to do to give back to make sure the society becomes better, while we await the economy to improve”.
Speaking about the challenges facing businesses, Ukuko appealed to the government to provide a more conducive environment for businesses to thrive.
“We are already paying more than the minimum wage, but the issue is not just about wages. It’s about the struggle businesses face in sustaining operations, especially with high costs related to providing electricity and other services that the government should supply.”
She urged the government to assist by creating a business-friendly environment that will help companies grow and provide better welfare for employees.
