National Apprenticeship Programme exceeds 10,000 target, reaches 14,000 – NYA CEO
Chief Executive Officer of the National Youth Authority (NYA), Osman Ayariga, has disclosed that the National Apprenticeship Programme has exceeded its initial target of 10,000 beneficiaries, reaching about 14,000 young Ghanaians. He said the achievement reflected the government’s commitment to equipping young people with practical skills to improve their employment prospects and enable them to…
The National Apprenticeship Programme in Ghana has surpassed its initial target of 10,000 beneficiaries, now enrolling approximately 14,000 young Ghanaians, according to the National Youth Authority (NYA) Chief Executive Officer, Osman Ayariga. This significant achievement underscores the government's dedication to providing practical skills to young people, enhancing their employment prospects, and empowering them to launch their own businesses.
Speaking at the National Youth Forum organized by the Ministry for Youth Development and Empowerment at the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA), Ayariga emphasized that the program not only aimed to enroll young people but also to provide them with essential support for their success.
The NYA's focus has shifted to ensuring that the skills acquired by the beneficiaries are of the highest quality, through comprehensive training, mentorship, and standardization processes. Ayariga highlighted that the ultimate goal is to empower young people to transform their skills into sustainable livelihoods and make a substantial contribution to Ghana's economy.
He stressed that investments in skills development are crucial for tackling youth unemployment and fostering a new generation of entrepreneurs who can create employment opportunities for others.
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