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The Oyo State Commissioner for Trade, Industry, Investment and Cooperatives, Mr Adeniyi Adebisi, has congratulated participants who won exciting gifts during the raffle draw at the Nigerian Artisans and Technicians Conference (NATCO) 2024.
He reiterated the government’s dedication to promoting entrepreneurship and innovation.
“We will continue to support initiatives that drive economic growth and development in Oyo State,” said Adebisi m.
Honourable Adeniyi Adebisi explained lthat the three-day conference, themed “Innovation: Key to Sustainability in the New Economic Reality,” was a resounding success, empowering artisans and technicians with training sessions, networking opportunities, and innovative ideas.
Lucky participants won fantastic gifts from supporting brands and products.
The excitement filled the air as winners received prizes, including: brand-new motorcycles, generating sets, smartphones, sewing machine, grinding machines, laptop computers, toolboxes, cash prizes, television set, pressing irons, and refrigerator.
Participants expressed gratitude to the Federal Ministry of Trade, Industry and Investment, Global Sight Services Limited and the Oyo State Government for the life-changing opportunities provided.
“This conference has been an eye- opener,” said Mrs.Funke Adeniyi, a fashion designer adding “The training sessions and networking opportunities have empowered me to take my business to the next level.”
Mr. Adeyemi Oyedele, a technician, praised the support from the Oyo State Government, saying “Governor Seyi Makinde’s administration has demonstrated its commitment to empowering artisans and technicians. We appreciate the efforts.
The organizers praised the success of NATCO, 2024, citing the overwhelming response from participants and the impactful presentations by industry experts.
As participants departed, they carried with them newfound knowledge, connections, and motivation to drive innovation and sustainability in their respective fields.
“The NATCO experience has been truly transformative,” said Alhaji Yekini Abass, Babaloja General.”
