Omo-Akin Initiatives has announced the commencement of registration for the Ijebu Free Skill Acquisition Programme 2026, an empowerment initiative designed to equip young people in Ijebu-Ode and its environs with practical and marketable skills.
The programme, founded by renowned and award-winning Radio Personality, Kolawole Abolaji, popularly known as Omo Akin – FineBoi Presenter, is part of his commitment to extending his impact beyond the microphone and contributing to youth empowerment and community development.
The free programme will provide training opportunities in various skill areas, including Fashion Design, Photography, Barbing, Hairdressing, Catering and Baking, Shoe Making, Paint and Aesthetics, Phone Repairs, Graphic Design, and Solar and CCTV Installation.
According to the initiative, participants will benefit from free training, expert guidance and mentorship, with certificates to be awarded upon successful completion. The programme is designed to help participants develop practical skills that can create opportunities for self-reliance, entrepreneurship and sustainable livelihoods.
Registration is open to young people between the ages of 18 and 27 who reside in Ijebu-Ode and its environs.
Registration opens on Monday, September 14, 2026, and closes on Wednesday, September 30, 2026. Training is scheduled to commence in October 2026, with the duration ranging from 6 to 12 months depending on the selected skill.
Speaking on the initiative, Kolawole Abolaji said the programme represents a deliberate effort to use his platform and experience to create opportunities for young people.
The initiative encourages eligible youths to take advantage of the opportunity and begin their journey towards acquiring a skill, building capacity and creating a brighter future.
For registration and enquiries, call or WhatsApp 0913 993 4913.
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