THIRD YEAR ANNIVERSARY: Oborevwori Building Future Entrepreneurs Through Technical Education

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The Delta State Commissioner for Technical Education, Mr. Smart Ufoh, has lauded the State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, for building future entrepreneurs through technical education in the state.

Mr. Ufoh also revealed that the skills acquired are globally employable in both national and international markets.

The Commissioner stated this on Tuesday, 26 May 2026, at his office in Asaba during an interview to mark the governor's third anniversary.

While commending the governor for his developmental strides across the state, he said such infrastructural developments are remarkable progress, especially in the educational sector and particularly in the Ministry of Technical Education.

He hinted that the Ministry of Technical Education has witnessed significant transformation under the current administration through major infrastructure projects, equipment provision, and manpower development.

He recounted that Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has completed and commissioned several modern technical schools, while others are nearing completion and are expected to be ready for academic activities.

"These institutions are built to high standards and designed to provide practical, skills-based education.

"The government has also invested heavily in modern training equipment worth billions of naira, which are being installed in technical schools across the state to ensure students acquire hands-on skills relevant to industry needs.

"Delta State is to produce self-reliant graduates who can establish their own businesses, rather than depend solely on white-collar jobs."

He said students in technical schools are trained in various vocational and engineering fields such as mechanical work, civil engineering, bricklaying, electrical installations, plumbing, carpentry, and other trade areas that directly support industrial development.

Ufoh also noted that graduates of technical schools are awarded dual certifications from the National Skills Qualification (NSQ) and other technical certificates, which enable them to be employable within and outside Nigeria.

He also emphasized that the state government has placed strong emphasis on capacity building for teachers and instructors, with regular training workshops aimed at improving their ability to effectively deliver technical education.

He described the governor's leadership style as focused and results-driven, adding that the administration has delivered impactful projects across all sectors of the state.

He reaffirmed the ministry’s support and expressed confidence that the ongoing reforms in technical education would position Delta State as a model for skills development and vocational training in Nigeria.