The programme targeted young entrepreneurs to improve micro, small and medium enterprises.
The programme is to enhance the productivity and export potential of beneficiaries in the manufacturing and processing sectors within the state.
The SMEDAN boss also noted that the MSMEs had made an encouraging contribution to the country’s Gross Domestic Product of 46.31 per cent, saying that more needed to be done.
“I will block all leakages that may arise from some of the abnormalities happening in the state.”
The 90 unemployed youths in Taraba were trained in the business of fashion, leather work and hairdressing.
According to him, MSMEs account for the highest jobs created and poverty alleviation in the country.
SMEDAN boss Wale Fasanya said the programme was being implemented in all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
