NLTF collaborates with Ministry of Power to empower youth through renewal energy

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By Ibraheem Hamza Muhammad, Abuja

The National Lottery Trust Fund (NLTF) is making plans to equip vulnerable Nigerian youths with skills in renewable energy to complement President Bola Tinubu’s effort to provide employment and uninterrupted electricity.

The Executive Secretary, Comrade Tosin Adeyanju disclosed during a courtesy visit to the Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adekola Adelabu in his office in Abuja.

This was contained in a press statement by Arowolo Solomon Alaba, spokesperson to the Executive Secretary on Tuesday in Abuja.

According to him, “We have cobcluded plan to introduce a model teaching 1KVA solar panel production to benefit rural youths. This initiative requires collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Power to help the poor and vulnerable who doesn’t have access to electricity.

“We have never seen this improvement in electricity like this administration since 1999 and since our agency is created to promote GOOD CAUSES across the nation with the percentage of remittances that comes to the government from gaming company, we are seeking for partnership on how to create skills for Nigerian youths through renewable energy.

“The National Lottery Trust Fund is set to improve lives of the downtrodden by giving them training that will equip youths with skills to produce 1KVA solar power that can power phone charging center, Barber shops, farm product preservations among others,” Comrade Adeyanju said.

In response, the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adekola Adelabu commended the Executive Secretary’s commitment. “I’m happy your focus is on the vulnerable, especially in rural areas, which aligns with our goal to reduce the 42% of Nigerians without access to good electricity.”

Adelabu emphasized the importance of empowering rural youths. “Your concentration on youth development is significant, as some rural youths lack opportunities to grow. This initiative will greatly aid their growth. We are ready to collaborate with you, we are glad you don’t want to do this alone.”

NLTF’s program aligns with the Federal Ministry of Power’s vision to improve off-grid electricity in rural areas. This initiative promises to empower rural youths, promoting economic growth and energy accessibility.