Okpella: No fewer than 1,176 artisans in Etsako Federal Constituency have benefitted from the empowerment programme by Anamero Dekeri (APC-Edo) who represents the constituency in the House of Representatives. Dekeri, while making the presentation at Okpella, said the gesture was to enhance their skills and boost their livelihood.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, the beneficiaries cut across three local government areas that make up the constituency, namely Etsako East, Etsako West, and Etsako Central. Some of the beneficiaries were trained in hairdressing, farming, mechanics, and welding.
Dekeri appreciated political leaders from the state for creating an enabling environment to impact lives. He noted that democracy would lose credibility if it does not add value to human life. He promised to continue adding value to the lives of the constituents and ensure that everyone was economically empowered in various trades.
The lawmaker emphasized his commitment to serving the interest of his people at the National Assembly. He stated, ‘I have no other business at the National Assembly than to serve your interest. Whatever I need to do to ensure that all that belongs to Etsako Federal Constituency gets across to us, I will do it.’
Dekeri also mentioned that the empowerment programme was not going to be the last, as another mega one was already in the pipeline and would take place within the year. He expressed his gratitude to political leaders across the three local government councils, ward chairmen, and other executives.
Some of the beneficiaries expressed their excitement and declared their full endorsement for his continuity. They acknowledged Dekeri’s commitment to constituency development through practical interventions that directly impact the lives of ordinary people across Etsako Constituency.
The beneficiaries received various empowerment tools, including sewing machines, deep freezers, hair-drying machines, welding machines, farm chemicals, sprayers, and other farming tools. Members of the Nigerian Automobile Technicians Association (NATA) received complete mechanical and electrical toolboxes, while welders received welding equipment. Alumaco workers were also given working tools for glass cutting.