The National Directorate of Employment (NDE) has launched the Rural Employment and Empowerment Initiative (RHEI), targeting 93,731 unskilled and unemployed Nigerians.
Among these, 3,000 slots have been specifically reserved for persons with special needs, with each state and the FCT allocated 81 slots.
Speaking at the flag-off event in Abuja, NDE Director General, Hon. Silas Agara, emphasized inclusivity in the program’s design.
Beneficiaries from all 8,809 electoral wards in Nigeria will receive training across 30 skill sets under vocational development, small-scale enterprises, rural employment, and ICT.
A total of 40,000 beneficiaries will undergo ICT and digital skills training to enhance global competitiveness.
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Others will receive tools, equipment, and startup capital to transition into entrepreneurship, with additional support from credit institutions.
Hon. Agara highlighted the program’s focus on diverse groups, including school leavers, women, retirees, and persons with disabilities, as a significant step toward reducing unemployment and promoting economic self-reliance.
The initiative underscores NDE’s commitment to leveraging technology and innovation to empower Nigerian youths.
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