19/07/2025
Ohafia TechRise Trainees Pay Thank-You Visit to Mayor of Ohafia, Celebrate Career Successes.
A delegation of participants from Ohafia LGA, who recently completed the TechRise Computer/Software Training Program, paid a heartfelt thank-you visit to the Executive Mayor of Ohafia, Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu, on Thursday, July 17, 2025.
The visit was an expression of deep gratitude for the opportunity to participate in the transformative program, which they described as a life-changing initiative that significantly boosted their career prospects. The trainees shared inspiring testimonials, indicating how the training, covering cutting-edge areas such as AI programming, Python, and web design, has already begun yielding tangible results.
Several participants revealed they had secured employment with tech firms and individual clients, crediting their success to the practical skills and mentorship received during the program. Their stories underscored the real-world impact of the initiative in addressing unemployment and preparing youths for the digital economy.
The delegation extended sincere appreciation to Chief Eleanya for his steadfast support of educational and youth development programs in Ohafia LGA. They also paid glowing tribute to His Excellency Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, commending his visionary leadership and commitment to promoting technology education in Abia State.
“The training didn’t just equip us with technical skills, it built a community of young people who are now collaborating, innovating, and creating solutions,” one participant remarked.
In their closing remarks, the trainees pledged to give back to their communities by sharing their knowledge and mentoring others, thus creating a ripple effect of empowerment and local development. The visit served as a powerful reminder of the transformative power of education and the need for continued investment in programs that uplift and equip young people.
✍️ Prosper Onuoha
Media Aide to the Council Ohafia LGA.