Kaduna Partners NASENI to Launch Empowerment Programme, Skills Centre, UAV Training Facility

Kaduna Partners NASENI to Launch Empowerment Programme, Skills Centre, UAV Training Facility

Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to skills development, technological innovation and economic empowerment following the launch of three initiatives in collaboration with the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI).

The governor disclosed this on October 19, 2026, after chairing the engagements and serving as Special Guest of Honour at the groundbreaking ceremony for the NASENI Skill Development Centre, the launch of the NASENI Sustainable Empowerment Programme and the commissioning of the NASCAV Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Training Facility.

According to Sani, the initiatives are designed to equip citizens with practical skills, resources and opportunities to improve their livelihoods and contribute to national development.

He said the NASENI Sustainable Empowerment Programme would benefit 500 people across Kaduna State’s 23 local government areas through the provision of solar home systems, clean cookstoves and financial assistance.

The governor noted that the programme would support household welfare and strengthen the productive capacity of beneficiaries, while the Skill Development Centre would expand access to practical training and help equip citizens with relevant technical skills.

He added that the NASCAV UAV Training Facility would strengthen specialised technical education, research and innovation, including the application of unmanned aerial vehicle technology in agriculture and other critical sectors.

Sani expressed appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his commitment to science, technology, skills development and economic empowerment, noting that federal support could translate national priorities into practical opportunities for communities.

He also commended NASENI’s Executive Vice Chairman, Mr Khalil Suleiman Halilu, and the agency’s partners for their contributions to technological advancement and investment in human capital.

The governor welcomed stakeholders’ commendations for Kaduna State’s role in facilitating the initiatives, describing the collaboration as an example of the benefits of sustained cooperation among governments, institutions and the private sector.

He stressed that the success of the projects would ultimately be measured by their impact on families and communities, including improved livelihoods, acquired skills and stronger enterprises.

Sani reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to ensuring that innovation serves the people, expands economic opportunities and empowers young Nigerians to participate actively in shaping the country’s future.

Kaduna Partners NASENI to Launch Empowerment Programme, Skills Centre, UAV Training Facility