Seventy-five persons, including returned migrants and internally displaced individuals, have graduated from the RECONNECT Project of ActionAid Nigeria in Benin City, Edo State.
The initiative is aimed at empowering these groups through vocational and entrepreneurial training to promote their economic independence and social reintegration.
The project which has development partners like the GIZ, and GOPA targets vulnerable groups such as returned migrants, internally displaced persons, persons with disabilities, and survivors of domestic violence and insurgency.
Through practical sessions and entrepreneurship modules under the Inspire, Create, Start, and Scale framework, beneficiaries were trained in hairdressing, fashion design, barbing, and catering, skills that now position them for sustainable livelihoods.
Country Director of ActionAid Nigeria, Andrew Mamedu reveals that the training is not limited to the state but spreads across Nigeria to impact lives meaningfully.
The Head of Programme, Centres for Migration and Development ZME Sandra Vermuijten notes the significance of the programme.
For the beneficiaries who are thankful for the opportunity, the event marks the beginning of a new journey from training to entrepreneurship.
The event comes to an end with the presentation of certificates and start-up kits to the graduates.
Editor: Ebuwa Omo-Osagie
