Hon. Oluwole Busayo Oke, a federal lawmaker representing Obokun/Oriade Federal Constituency in Osun State, has reinforced his commitment to youth empowerment and technical education by sponsoring examination fees for 111 final-year students at Government Technical College (GTC), Ijeda/Ijebu-Jesa.
On March 3, 2025, Hon. Oke announced the full sponsorship of examination fees for 111 final-year students at Government Technical College (GTC), Ijeda/Ijebu-Jesa. The funding covers the National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB) exams, Trade Test certifications, Diploma examinations, and school levies.
In furtherance of his promise of technical education for all willing students, Hon. Oluwole Oke has made good on his promise. This is aside from payments for Year 1 and Year 2 in the college and 8 other colleges across the state.
Speaking on the initiative, Hon. Wole Oke emphasised the importance of removing financial barriers to education: “This scholarship program is part of my vision to ensure that every willing student has access to technical education. By prioritising skill acquisition, we are creating job creators rather than job seekers, which is key to reducing unemployment and alleviating poverty,” Oke affirmed.
This initiative builds on Hon. Oke’s longstanding support for technical education across Osun State.Over the past five years, his scholarship programs have consistently empowered students with vocational skills, fostering self-reliance and economic independence.
The lawmaker reiterated his goal of sustainable development through education: “These certifications—Trade Test, NABTEB, and Diploma—open doors to employment opportunities locally and internationally. It also provides pathways to higher education.”
Hon. Oke’s efforts extend beyond GTC Ijeda/Ijebu-Jesa to eight other technical colleges across the state. His leadership in promoting youth empowerment sets a benchmark for addressing unemployment and poverty through skill-based education.
Hon. Oke’s consistent support for technical education over the years underscores his vision of fostering sustainable development through education and skill acquisition. His leadership sets a benchmark in promoting youth empowerment and economic growth in Osun State and beyond.
By this significant stride toward empowering youth through technical education, Hon. Oluwole Oke has once again demonstrated his commitment and set a model to foster skill acquisition and economic growth in the country.
Peaknews obtained this from the press release issued from the Public and Media Communication Unit of the Ijesa North Federal Constituency Office of Hon. Wole Oke.
