DE’RAYO VOCATIONAL EMPOWERS OYO RESIDENTS ON WORLD YOUTH SKILLS DAY
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The Amphitheatre at Racecourse, Adamasingba, Ibadan, was abuzz with activity as De’rayo Vocational Limited celebrated World Youth Skills Day, a United Nations-recognized event dedicated to promoting youth skills development globally.
This year, the event exceeded expectations, attracting 550 participants instead of the anticipated 400. The diverse group included 58 trainers and 15 volunteers, with 105 participants receiving scholarships for further training. The youth were educated in 28 different vocational skills, emphasizing both practical training and mentorship.
“We are not only training them; we are inspiring, mentoring, and linking them to trainers to become great leaders in the field of vocational skills,” said Aminat Aderayo Animasaun, CEO of De’rayo Vocational Limited.
The list of Skills Provided during the training are as follow: Accessory Making, Textile Design, Shoemaking, Financial Literacy, Makeup and Gele Tying, Bead Making, Crochet, Cosmetology, Fashion Design, Digital Marketing, Hairdressing, Photography, Branding and Customizing, Solar and Inverter Installation, Event Management, Cake and Confectionery, Decoration, Traditional Wedding Compere, Bag Making, Videography, Project Management, Barbing, Plastic and Tyre Upcycling, Nail Fixing, Extension, and Sculpting with Gel, Resin Art, Automobile Diagnosis and Repair, and Graphic Design
Animasaun also announced that the scholarships would fund a six-month vocational training program for youths from various local governments in the state, followed by empowerment initiatives. She expressed gratitude for the support from the Oyo State Agency for Youth Development and the dedicated trainers, urging the youth to view vocational skills as a viable path to success.
Oluwapemi Adedewe Akintan, CEO of Adedewe and a volunteer trainer, highlighted the training’s focus on productivity and marketable products, as well as showcasing skills to the community. She encouraged beneficiaries to continually upgrade their skills and apply them for societal improvement.
Hon. Falana Adebayo, Chairman of the Oyo State Agency for Youth, representing Governor Seyi Makinde, praised the initiative for complementing the state government’s job creation efforts. “It is a laudable event seeing the youth of the state come together to learn skills organized by De’rayo. The passion in them boosts my morale, and from the government angle, we are ready to do more of this often so that we can impact more lives through one skill or another,” Makinde stated.
He further advised the youth to prioritize acquiring vocational skills for financial stability in the current economic climate. “My message to the youth is that after graduating from school, instead of seeking white-collar jobs, everyone must have one or two skills that will serve as a foundation for their financial strength. With the way the economy is going, they should not rely on white-collar jobs alone. I am imploring the youth out there to participate en masse in subsequent skill acquisition programs like this,” he concluded.
Other digintiaries who graced the occasion are, Professor Olayinka O. Omigbodun FAS, Principal Investigator, ARISE&WIN, & Provost, College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, Dr. Ayokunle Fatokun, Lead Consultant, Russell & Barnes Associates, Mrs. Bolanle Emmanuel, State Coordinator, NEPC (Nigerian Export Promotion Council), Hon. Abiodun Oluwaseun Laurel, SSA to Gov. Seyi Makinde on Project Delivery, Mrs. Elizabeth Nwankwo, President, Oyo Shippers Association; VP, OWITT Nigeria; CEO, Oklan Best Limited, Engr. Segun Bolaji, National Coordinator, NACCIMA Youth Entrepreneurs (NYE), and Mrs. Ojogbede Mabel, Oyo State Manager, SMEDAN amongst others
Meanwhile, outstanding Performers were Awarded with equipments to startup their chosen skills.
Below is the list of awardees:
Fashion Design – Industrial Sewing Machine
– Aremu Ifeoluwa, The Bamdel Fashion Empire
– Ishola Omoshalewa Ajoke, Olarry Bridals
– Oladejo Rashidat Yinka, Trainer at Morade Fashion Hub
Textile Design (Adire) – Gas Burner, Drum, Chemicals, Fabrics, and Dye
– Adebisi Oyebukola
– Olaodu Oluwakemi
– Bamidele Adesina, Trainer at Abeni Prints
Photography – Laptop
– Oluwasanmi Eniola Bridget, Trainer at Ceart Studios
Painting and Signage – Laptop
– Joseph Olasupo
With the conclusion of the 6th edition, De’rayo Vocational has successfully trained 9370 youths so far.
The event also saw representation from various schools and trade associations, further showcasing the community’s commitment to empowering youth through vocational training.
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