“So this skill acquisition which targets youths and widows in the barrack is playing an important role because with this kind of program, we get less distractions from officers and men of NAF deployed to the field.
“I have directed the logistic branch to immediately discuss with the people making the shoes so that we can get it for all female officers and air women in the office.
“Another thing I saw was the boots and all we need to do is to change the camouflage to the one that is approved for the Air Force and we can buy for our recruits that are training in Kaduna.
At the event were the wife of Lagos State Governor, Mrs. Bolanle Ambode, wife of the Chief of Staff to the President, Mrs. Bello Abba-Kyari.
Also was the AOC, Logistics Command, Air Vice Marshal (AVM) Ibrahim Yahaya, Flag Officer Commanding (FOC) Western Naval Command, Rear Admiral Ferguson Bobai, among others.
Mrs. Ambode said the initiative would bring stability in the lives of the beneficiaries and would have multiplier effect.
“The best thing that can happen to our youths and others in need of jobs, is a programme like this, that brings succour and hope of sustainable engagement for regular income, She emphasized.
Earlier in her welcome address, NAWOFA President, Hajiya Abubakar said the completion of the fourth skills acquisition programme was another hallmark in the association’s achievements.
She added that 600 persons have benefited from the scheme in less than a year.
“This is another hallmark in the achievements of NAFOWA in our quest to serve humanity better, empower the less privilege and carryout meaningful programmes that add value to human existence.
Hajiya Abubakar added that, “Previous trainings done across the country and activities of daily living in different barracks have shown that certain trades and occupation are in high demand.
“Such trades are confectionery, computer services, cable television installation, shoe making and repairs, tailoring and make-up artistry.
“Our experiences have proven that these trades are easily converted to cash making and sustainable enterprises as almost every resident is in need of one of the services or the other,” She added.