February 6, 2025
By Idris Buba
The Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, has announced the commencement of placements and payments for 10,000 beneficiaries of its Youth Internship Scheme.
The program which offers a one-year practical skills training in different organizations would help empower young people in the oil rich Niger Delta region.
According to a statement released on the NDDC’s official X page, the Commission has successfully completed the selection process and is now placing beneficiaries into their respective organizations for relevant training.
Over 3.2 million young people registered for the scheme, a significant number that shows the high demand for such programs
The selection of participants was conducted after a thorough and transparent process, to ensure equal opportunity and fairness to all applicants.
“The Commission remains steadfast in ensuring this life-changing opportunity reaches the most deserving candidates, creating a lasting impact and paving the way for a brighter future.”
NDDC has created a comprehensive digital database to enhance the effectiveness of its youth programs, the system collects vital information, including the qualifications, skills, and interests of young people in the region, with a view to using the data to design targeted initiatives that meet the specific needs of each youth.
Through the gathering and analyzing the information, NDDC hopes to create a more strategic approach to youth development in the Niger Delta, one that aligns with the region’s economic potential and the aspirations of its people and environment.
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NDDC has partnered with global consultancy firm KPMG to boost transparency and ensure ethical practices, the collaboration is part of the Commission’s efforts to enhance its corporate governance.
KPMG has produced a Governance Advisory Report, which will support the NDDC’s efforts to shift to a transformational approach in its operations as against it previous transactional approach.
According to NDDC in its statement, “This data-driven approach enables the Commission to design targeted programmes that address the unique needs of the vibrant and resourceful youth population.”
In line with President Bola Tinubu’s administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda, the NDDC has promised to continue its efforts in empowering young people through transparent and impactful policies and programs to develop the Niger Delta region.
NDDC, expressed gratitude to the stakeholders in the region, including those who applied for the Youth Internship Scheme, for their patience during the rigorous and careful selection process, which were necessary to attain the goals of the program.
