Pursuant to its strategic human capacity development initiatives, the Hydrocarbon Pollution Remediation Project (HYPREP) has again reassured youths of Ogoni of its commitment to continually initiate programmes that support their visions and aspirations.
Professor Nenibarini Zabbey, Project Coordinator of HYPREP gave this commitment at the Second Edition of the International Career Enhancement and Employability Workshop organised by the Project for undergraduates and fresh graduates of Ogoni in Port Harcourt
Prof Zabbey stressed that the workshop reaffirms HYPREP’s commitment to inclusiveness and continuous skills development as strategic pillars in its efforts to restore and improve livelihoods in Ogoni, adding that it aimed to equip ogoni youths with relevant career skills and empower them with employability tools to ensure that the Project’s gains extend beyond remediation into long-term transformations.
According to the PC:
”HYPREP is committed to supporting your dreams through targeted initiatives, such as this workshop and we will explore ways to empower you with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed
” I want to emphasise that this workshop is not just about enhancing your career prospects; it is also about building a community of young people and equipping you to make a positive impact in your communities. As you benefit from HYPREP’s interventions (and the experiences of the facilitator), I challenge you to take the message of peace and constructive engagement to your communities and live accordingly”
He further assured that HYPREP will continue to stand with Ogoni youths by supporting their aspirations through targeted workshops and broader livelihood initiatives that prioritise their development, noting that the Project believes in them and remains committed to creating platforms where their potential can be nurtured and realised. He enjoined them to continue to contribute to the success of HYPREP.
The second edition of the Career Enhancement and Employability Workshop had Dr Akanimo Odon and Dr Chioma Okonkwo as facilitators and participants drawn from the four LGAs of Ogoni. Among other modules, participants at the two-day workshop were provided with tips on ways to explore opportunities in seemingly challenging situations, discover themselves, convert hobbies and interests into passion and profits, the Three Career E-Routes and understand the power of networks and partnerships. Participants were also given useful nuggets, Career Resources of Time and Skills, and Career Resources of Funding, especially how to access foreign scholarships and funding.
At the closing, Professor Damian-Paul Aguiyi, Director of Technical Services, charged participants to earnestly pursue their passions and commit to their dreams.
Participants expressed gratitude to HYPREP for organising the workshop which they described as impactful and transformative.
HYPREP has continued to be intentional in its efforts to prioritise human capacity development in Ogoni through such workshops and trainings. This year, the Project will be rolling out trainings in high demand skill areas like mechatronics, underwater welding, commercial diving, full-stack development and GIS targeting the youths as major beneficiaries and giving them a fair head start and comparative advantage in a highly competitive environment.
