NCDMB empowers youths with space wiring coaching

The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board has announced the commencement of the sixth batch of the Electric House Wiring Training programme to strengthen Nigeria’s power infrastructure and foster economic growth through local capacity development.

According to the board in a release, the three-week training commenced at the Akangba Regional Training Centre of the National Power Training Institute of Nigeria recently in Lagos.

It said 50 trainees were selected nationwide, highlighting its dedication to capacity building and youth empowerment.

It noted that the Electric House Wiring Training programme represented a collaborative effort between NCDMB and NAPTIN to strengthen Nigeria’s power infrastructure and foster economic growth through local capacity development.

The board claimed that by equipping Nigerian youths with essential skills and certifications, the programme aimed to promote job creation, enhance safety standards, and contribute to the nation’s energy security objectives.

In his remarks, the General Manager of the Capacity Building Division of NCDMB, Mr Augustine Timbiri, represented by the Supervisor, CBD, Mr Tobin Spiff, reiterated the board’s commitment to developing local capacity in collaboration with NAPTIN.

Timbiri emphasised the importance of the Electric House Wiring Training programme in bridging skill gaps and reducing dependence on foreign expertise in the power sector.

He urged the trainees to exhibit commitment and dedication throughout the training period, stressing the importance of the right attitude in complementing technical skills.

Timbiri said, “The Electric House Wiring Training programme was tailored to equip Nigerian youths with essential skills in electrical installation. It holds significant promise for the nation’s economic development. With a focus on enhancing local content and empowering indigenous talent, the programme aims to create a pool of certified installers capable of meeting the growing demand for electrical services across various sectors.”

 He added that during the training programme, participants would receive comprehensive instruction and hands-on experience in electrical house wiring, culminating in the issuance of two certificates: a certificate of attendance from NAPTIN and a personal license to practice in the power sector.

Earlier in a welcome address, the Director General of NAPTIN, Mr Ahmed Nagode, represented by the Deputy Director of Training, Abdullahi Aliyu, highlighted the importance of the programme in addressing critical gaps in the power sector.

 Nagode mentioned the role of NAPTIN in providing essential training and capacity-building initiatives to support the nation’s power infrastructure development.

He underscored the significance of qualified installers in powering the country’s facilities and the need to reduce reliance on uncertified installers to enhance safety and efficiency.