Over five thousand Youths drawn from six states are set to get starter packs from the National Hydroelectric Power Producing Areas Development Commission (N-HYPPADEC) Youth Transformation Programme (YTP).
The youths who have satisfied all the requirements outlined for the programme under the Youth Transformation Programme (YTP) according to the Head, Press and Public Affairs, N-HYPPADEC, Nura Tanko Wakili are from Niger with1,623, Kebbi 1,011, Kogi 705 , Plateau 365, Kwara 814 and Benue 505
Wakili said in a press statement issued in Minna and made available to newsmen that the Commission has already sent notification and invitation letters to the Minister for Youth Development and Governors of the Six States that participated in the programme for their concurrence to the proposed dates.
The dates as contained in the programme itinerary indicated that the National flag-off will be conducted in Minna, Niger State on Saturday 2nd November, 2024 while beneficiaries from Plateau and Benue States will receive their packs in their states capital on 5th and 7th November respectively.
According to the statement, the distribution will take place in Birnin Kebbi, the Kebbi State capital for beneficiaries from the state on 9th November, Kogi state in Lokoja on the 26th November and Kwara State on 1st December, 2024.
Wakili disclosed that only the number of beneficiaries of the programme duly registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission who also submitted undertaking letters from their guarantors will receive the packs.
Wakili noted that N-HYPADDEC however restates its commitment to due diligence and meticulous processes with a view to ensuring that the objective of the programme is achieved.
Furthermore, he said, the Managing Director of the Commission, Abubakar Sadiq Yelwa appreciated the beneficiaries for their patience in spite of efforts by agents provocateur to disrupt the processes.
He reassured them of the Commission’s commitment to promoting the welfare of youth and improving their living standard.
