23/10/2025
ORILE AGEGE LCDA ORGANIZES EMPLOYABILITY AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM FOR YOUTHS AND JOB SEEKERS
In a bold step towards empowering young people and reducing unemployment, the Orile Agege Local Council Development Area (LCDA), under the visionary leadership of the Executive Chairman, Hon. Akinola Idowu , today Thursday 23rd October 2025 organized a one-day Employability and Career Development Program targeted at youths, graduates, and job seekers within the community.
The impactful initiative featured a wide range of sessions, including soft skills training, CV review, job opportunities, networking, career counselling, and professional profiling. The program aimed to bridge the gap between job seekers and the labour market by equipping participants with the skills and resources needed to secure meaningful employment and thrive in their chosen careers.
A key highlight of the event was the strategic partnership between Orile Agege LCDA and the Nigerian-German Centre for Jobs, Migration and Reintegration (GIZ), which provided expert lecturers and facilitators. Their involvement brought global best practices to the local level, empowering participants with internationally relevant employability skills and career guidance.
Participants also benefited from free access to information on job opportunities, lunch, and transport allowance, ensuring an inclusive and engaging experience for all attendees.
Hon. Akinola Abiodun Idowu reaffirmed his administrationโs commitment to youth empowerment, stating that the program reflects the LCDAโs continuous efforts to create pathways to economic independence and sustainable livelihoods for the people of Orile Agege.
With initiatives like this, Orile Agege LCDA continues to demonstrate strong leadership and dedication to community development, skill acquisition, and youth empowerment.
Nycn Orile-Agege
Usman Akanbi Hamzat
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