Gov Abiodun, Ogun State
By Foluso Adelaja
Ogun State Government is coming up with a unique method of intervening in the training of artisans in the state in order to improve on the content and quality of their training to ensure it meets global standard.
The new initiative was made known to artisans in the state at a recent interactive meeting with the Special Adviser to Governor Abiodun on Technical Education, Prof. Joseph Odemuyiwa at Lisabi Grammar School, Idi-Aba, Abeokuta, the State capital.
Professor Odemuyiwa explained that in the new scheme, the certification of artisans would be done by the State Ministry of Education, Science and Technology.
He noted that the scheme would help to overcome inferiority complex among formally and informally trained artisans and technicians.
The Special Adviser said that the present administration in the State was keen on the welfare of artisan, as well as their craftsmanship and ready to support them compete favourably with their counterparts across the globe.
Responding, artisans across the state pledged their full support for government’s intervention on the certification of trainees, as well as accreditation of their workshops as training centers, in line with global best practices, to enable them fit into the labour market.
The State President, Association of Hairdresser, Mrs. Funmi Ogunkoya and Chairman, Association of Motor Mechanic, Mr. Ambrose Adedeji, appreciated the State Government for the new initiatives, while urging government to allow them train some of their Technical students on practical aspects at their workshops for a comprehensive knowledge of their formal training.
They implored Government to accommodate their services at the State level in all technical aspects, saying they were fit for all building constructions, engineering, electrical, carpentry, among others.
