The Chairman of Agege Local Government, Hon. Abdulganiu Vinod Obasa, has reaffirmed his commitment to youth empowerment and sustainable development with the commencement of a Solar Electrification Training and Renewable Energy Value Chain Development Programme in Agege.

The forward-looking programme started today and will run until Friday, targeting the empowerment of young people with practical, market-driven skills in renewable energy—an increasingly critical sector amid Nigeria’s power challenges and the global shift toward clean energy solutions.

The first batch of 25 participants is currently undergoing intensive training that blends classroom instruction with hands-on practical sessions. The curriculum covers solar power fundamentals, panel installation, basic system maintenance, safety procedures, and an introduction to the renewable energy value chain.

Facilitators are equipping participants with real-life, employable skills aimed at preparing them for self-employment, entrepreneurship, and job opportunities within the renewable energy ecosystem.

In a strong show of leadership involvement, Hon. Abdulganiu Vinod Obasa will personally present certificates to all participants at the end of the programme on Friday.

The certification not only validates the skills acquired by the trainees but also enhances their employability and credibility within the energy sector.

Community stakeholders have described the Chairman’s direct participation as motivating, noting that it reinforces the administration’s seriousness about human capital development at the grassroots.

To ensure continuity and broader impact, organisers confirmed that a second batch of trainees will commence from February 16 to February 20. This phased rollout underscores the local government’s long-term vision to build a pool of skilled youths capable of meeting local energy needs and contributing meaningfully to economic growth.

Residents and observers have commended the Agege Local Government Chairman for prioritising skills acquisition over short-term palliatives, describing the initiative as a sustainable solution to youth unemployment and economic vulnerability.

By investing in renewable energy training, the Obasa-led administration is positioning Agege youths to become solution providers capable of supporting households, small businesses, and institutions with clean and reliable power alternatives.

With the solar training programme now underway and more batches scheduled, Hon. Abdulganiu Vinod Obasa continues to demonstrate people-oriented leadership that translates policy into tangible benefits. The initiative stands as a testament to an administration focused on empowerment, innovation, and sustainable development laying a solid foundation for a more resilient and economically active Agege community.

As the first batch progresses toward certification and the second batch prepares to begin, the programme is already being hailed as a model for grassroots-driven development powered by vision, inclusion, and practical action.

As part of efforts to encourage and galvanise participation in the ongoing All Progressives Congress (APC) electronic membership registration (e-registration) exercise, Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. (Dr.) Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa hosted constituents and party executives in his constituency office in Agege on Wednesday, January 14.

Speaker Obasa, the member representing Agege Constituency 1 since 2003, praised constituents for their support, loyalty, and active involvement in the exercise, adding that their enthusiasm for the party and all its activities is critical for its current success and longevity.

The e-registration exercise, he said, was crucial to strengthening the party and ensuring its cohesion and credibility. “We must register now and encourage more people to do so because it empowers us to build a more inclusive and formidable platform ahead of future elections.

Furthermore, the Speaker passionately urged councillors and other elected officials to maintain regular engagement with Community Development Associations (CDA), landlord associations, religious leaders, market women, and trade associations, which he described as a vital channel for gathering information on community needs and government interventions.

Reputed for his firm belief in accessible governance and continuous engagement with the people, Speaker Obasa said, “We shouldn’t wait until election time before seeing our elected officials. Constant engagement will help us to know where the shoe pinches the people, and then we will be able to provide responsive leadership.”

He added, “Continuous interactions and engagements will foster harmonious coexistence, identify pressing issues early, and build mutual trust, creating an environment where people feel heard, valued, and involved in decision-making.” The Speaker also advised councillors to continuously engage party leaders and ward executives for their political growth.

Addressing his excited supporters, the Speaker reaffirmed his resolve to sustain these engagements, saying, “Together, we will keep building a stronger and more united APC.”