A charity organization, ITECH Vocational Charity, has graduated 80 individuals, including secondary school students trained in computer fundamentals and technology foundations.
Speaking during the presentation of certificates to the graduates at the ITECH training center in Ilesa, Osun State, on Friday, the President of the organization, Adewale Ladesuyi, emphasized that the students have acquired skills enabling them to become self-reliant.
“Today’s program demonstrates that Nigerian youngsters can achieve remarkable things when they put their minds to it. I encourage them not to relent but to keep improving on what they have learned.
“We are training these individuals because we see a brighter future for them. While others may not realize it now, they will eventually appreciate the dividends of these acquired skills, and others will envy their success.
“We have instilled honesty in them, making them understand that without honesty, progress is impossible. However, with honesty in action, the sky will be the starting point of their success.”
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The center manager, Mosaku Moyogbore, explained that the students were selected from three schools, with the organization placing a strong focus on grassroots development.
He also noted that some teachers from the selected schools had been trained to impart knowledge to the graduating students.
Additionally, he announced that new training programs had been introduced for interested students at the center.
“Teachers from various schools have been trained to train their students, complementing our efforts at the center.
“Today, we are graduating 80 students from St. Lawrence’s Grammar School, Iloko Model College, AFOPET College, and our center. The graduates include both younger and older individuals.
“They have been trained in Computer Fundamentals, Tech Foundation, A+, Network+, Data+, Security+, and Helpdesk and Application Support.
“We are also introducing new programs, including solar generator building, solar installation, mobile phone repairs, and computer engineering. These will be offered as six-month training programs,” he said.
A Chief Lecturer at the Federal Polytechnic, Ede, Dr. Lawrence Ige Fagbohun, in his keynote address, urged the graduates to prepare for the challenges ahead and to continue seeking knowledge.
“After the training, they need to go out and establish themselves. In doing so, they will face challenges, including those from the government, which cannot even provide adequate jobs.
“Don’t be afraid to start small. When you start small, you grow big. They need to build relationships with competitors in business and continuously seek knowledge,” he advised.
