The Borno government has trained 162 women and girls in various trades to improve their social and economic well-being.

The exercise is part of the second phase of the Second Chance Women/Girls’ Skill programme, which is designed to empower mothers and girls who have not received formal education.

Falmata Zulum, the wife of Borno State governor, said this on Monday at the graduation ceremony in Maiduguri.

Represented by Maryam Gimba, director of the Multi Aid Charity Initiative, Mrs Zulum said the exercise equipped them with the skills to become self-reliant and contribute to the state’s economic development.

She commended the graduates for their determination to complete the training exercise successfully.

Also, Lawan Wakilbe, Commissioner for Education, Science, Technology, and Innovation, said the programme aligned with the Babagana Zulum administration’s vision for inclusivity and prosperity.

He said the government would distribute starter packs and dignity kits to the graduates to enable them to set up their businesses.

Mr Wakilbe said the beneficiaries were exposed to catering, computer crafts, embroidery, knitting, cosmetology, paintwork, salon services, tailoring, and pillow making, among others.

“This initiative is part of our commitment to empowering women and girls, particularly those from vulnerable communities, to foster economic growth and stability,” he said.

(NAN)