The Rivers State Administrator, Vice Admiral (Rtd) Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas, has expressed his commitment to revitalizing the underutilized Port Harcourt Technical and Vocational Centre. During an inspection tour of key state projects, including the Rivers State House of Assembly Complex and the vocational center in Old GRA, Ibas emphasized the importance of skills-based education in developing skilled labor, promoting economic growth, and tackling youth unemployment in Rivers State.
The Administrator pledged to conduct a comprehensive appraisal of the vocational center to identify and address factors hindering its optimal operation.Ibas highlighted the transformative power of skills-based education, noting that it plays a crucial role in equipping young people with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the workforce.
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He emphasized that the government’s investment in vocational training will help to promote economic growth, reduce unemployment, and improve the overall quality of life for the people of Rivers State.The Administrator’s pledge to revitalize the Port Harcourt Technical and Vocational Centre is a significant step towards empowering the youth of Rivers State.
The government’s efforts to promote skills-based education and vocational training will help to address the challenges of youth unemployment and economic stagnation, and will contribute to the overall development of the state.
