Rev. Father Maurice Kwairanga has raised concerns over the 27,986 unemployed individuals in Taraba State, representing 1.9% of the population.
Speaking at the Catholic Diocese of Jalingo’s Justice Development and Peace Commission (JDPC) program, he emphasized the link between unemployment and rising crime, militancy, and social unrest.
To tackle this issue, the Diocese launched a skills acquisition program, "From the Street to the Credence," designed to train 100 disadvantaged youths in trades such as masonry, carpentry, tailoring, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity. He stressed that equipping youths with entrepreneurial and technological skills would help them gain employment and contribute to national development.
Rev. Father Clement Tiba, JDPC Jalingo Diocese Coordinator, highlighted the commission’s long-standing efforts in youth and women empowerment, human rights protection, sanitation, food security, and governance. He noted that many communities in Taraba still lack potable water, and through partnerships with organizations like Misereor, Germany, JDPC has been working to improve clean water and sanitation access.
Meanwhile, Bishop Charles Hammawa urged parents to encourage their children to embrace hard work and entrepreneurship instead of depending entirely on them for financial support. He advised youths to pursue small businesses and vocational activities, emphasizing that perseverance leads to long-term success.
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