Ekiti First Lady Empowers Youths Through Adire Fabrics

By Ayodele Oni

Wife of Ekiti State Governor, Dr. Olayemi Oyebanji, has concluded arrangement to empower youths in the state through production of adire fabrics.

The first lady will on Monday, launch the “Adire Ekiti Hub” as part of efforts at empowering the youth of Ekiti State by providing them with essential skills and opportunities for sustainable livelihoods.

Taiwo Olatunbosun, Commissioner for Information, explained that the initiative was designed, in collaboration with the State Ministry of Youth Development, under Her Excellency’s pet project “Widows and Orphans Hope (WAOH)” scheme.

It is aimed at addressing unemployment challenges by offering comprehensive training programmes focused on the traditional craft of Adire dyeing and textile production.

The venture will also serve as a platform for youth development, fostering entrepreneurship and preserving Ekiti’s rich cultural heritage.

For the start, 200 unemployed youth would, be trained and equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge free of charge to become proficient in Adire craftsmanship.

Participants will receive hands-on training from skilled artisans, learning traditional techniques alongside modern practices to ensure their competitiveness in today’s market.