Lagos State Governor, Bababjide Sanwo-Olu, has urged citizens to reset their brain, learn and re-learn in vocational skills inorder to be economic viable for themselves and the country in the present socio-economic challenges.
Sanwo-Olu, gave the charge on Tuesday, at the 12th Graduation Ceremony for Up Skilled Tradesmen and Artisans, held in Agidingbi, Ikeja, Lagos.
The event, which had 1, 200 graduands, was themed: “Building A Brighter Tomorrow: Through Skills and Innovation.”
According to the governor, “Few days ago, I had to oil my skills. I reset my brain for greater tasks ahead. I’m better off now.
“I therefore, urge you all to also reset your brain to be a better citizen for yourself and the country.
“The main essence of government is to give hope to the hopeless. This skill you have acquired today is to make you to be self-reliant, employer of labour. You are part of the future we are looking forward to in Lagos.
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“Skills need to be oiled, improved. You are the backbone of our economy. You are the new renewed hope Mr. President is talking about.
“You are helping government to reduce the burden of unemployment in the state.
“You are starting a new thing in your life to get better in life. I therefore, urge you to learn and relearn. You are indeed a role model.”