Delta Govt, EV Automobiles Begin Electric Vehicles Training, Empowerment in Asaba

The training and empowerment program was flagged off today in Asaba by the Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori who was represented by the Commissioner for Transport, Hon. Onoriode Agofure.

Flagging off the training, the Governor said the world is moving from fuel vehicles to electric vehicles, and Delta State will not be left behind.

"I encourage everyone here to take this training seriously. It's a two days training. Ask questions and get the needed knowledge in advancing our society," the Governor said.

He noted that the initiative is in line with the MORE Agenda of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, which is focused on meaningful development and opportunity for all Deltans.

"As a state, we are committed to sustaining a modern transportation system. The Governor is serious about developing the transport sector. He has ordered 50 CNG buses and before December, the buses will be in Delta. We are operating a mass transit transportation that is cheap and affordable to our people and also creating jobs for Deltans," Agofure said.

He charged participants to become part of the transformation taking place in the transport sector, adding that the event is bringing out content and skillful people.

Speaking at the event, the Head of the team and Executive Director of EV Automobiles, Mr. Oghenegare Precious, thanked the Delta State Government for partnering with his company to empower Deltans with future-ready skills in electric vehicle technology.

Also speaking, the Commissioner for Science and Technology, Hon. Odinigwe Daniel Odigie, described the program as impactful.

"This is an impactful program as we are moving from job seekers to job creators. This training is necessary for our own benefit as this will help us become employers of labour," he said.

The two-day training is expected to equip participants with practical knowledge on electric vehicles maintenance, operation, and entrepreneurship opportunities in the green economy.