The Senator representing Rivers West Senatorial District, Dr. Ipalibo Harry Banigo, has urged Nigerian youths to embrace skills acquisition to improve their livelihoods and contribute to national development.
She made the call during the graduation ceremony of 140 youths trained in the installation and maintenance of lithium-ion solar streetlights in Obuama, Degema Local Government Area.
The Chief Executive Officer of Bilview Energy Limited, Billy Gillis Harry, said all participants successfully completed the training, with 110 qualifying to receive starter packs, equipment and business funding.
The Managing Director of RISE C-Boss Global Limited, Cynthia Ejifoma, said the programme equipped participants with practical skills in renewable energy and entrepreneurship.
