The management of the Entrepreneurship Development Centre (EDC) at Nasarawa State University, Keffi, led by Director Prof. Rashidah Funke O. and her deputy Dr. Taibat Ibrahim, paid a visit to the Emir of Keffi on January 31, 2024. The purpose of the visit was to inform the Emir about the EDC’s plan to extend its services to the host community in Keffi Local Government Council of Nasarawa State.
The Director condoled with the Emir over the loss of his wife and prayed for her soul. She then explained that the EDC aims to train youths and women in various skills to reduce unemployment in the society. The centre offers over 30 skills, including technical and soft skills, such as kilishi and suya production, spices, fishery, shoemaking, detergent production, laundry, and throw pillows.
The Emir, Dr. Shehu Chindo Yamusa III, expressed his happiness with the visit and praised the EDC’s empowerment initiatives. He urged the EDC management to collaborate with the skills acquisition centre he established in Keffi, which is coordinated by hajiya Ramatu. The Emir also suggested partnering with the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) to train corps members and utilize their facilities for effective skills acquisition programs.
In conclusion, the Emir promised his full support for the initiative, which focuses on reducing unemployment in society. He welcomed the EDC management to visit him anytime and appreciated the steps they have taken, wishing them a successful tenure.
