The Commissioner of Police in Bayelsa State, CP Iyamah Daniel Edebor, has commended the state’s Skills Acquisition and Empowerment Programme, saying it is contributing to crime reduction by equipping youths with entrepreneurial skills and creating opportunities for self-reliance.
The commendation was conveyed by the Police Public Relations Officer of the Bayelsa State Police Command during a visit to the office of the Special Adviser to Governor Douye Diri on Entrepreneurship Development.
According to a statement released by the Special Adviser on Friday, the PPRO said he was directed by the Commissioner of Police to personally deliver the message of appreciation.
The statement quoted the police commissioner as saying the impact of the Douye Diri Skills Acquisition and Empowerment Programme was evident across the state.
He said, “The work your office is doing in promoting entrepreneurship development through the Douye Diri Skills Acquisition and Empowerment Programme is commendable.
“The positive impact of the programme is evident across Bayelsa State, as it has helped reduce crime by equipping youths with practical skills, creating opportunities for self-reliance and taking many young people off the streets.”
The commissioner also praised Governor Douye Diri for prioritising youth empowerment.
