ABUJA, October 26, 2026 —
The Live Ready Youth Empowerment Initiative has announced plans to train 100 Nigerian youths in sandals and slippers production free of charge as part of efforts to tackle unemployment and promote entrepreneurship among young people.
The intensive training programme, scheduled to hold from December 1 to 15, 2026, will equip participants with practical skills in footwear design, cutting, stitching, finishing and small business management.
Under the initiative, 70 slots have been reserved for female participants and 30 for male participants, reflecting the organisation’s commitment to gender inclusion and women’s economic empowerment.
According to the organisers, the programme is designed to equip young Nigerians with a marketable skill that requires relatively low start-up capital and offers opportunities for self-employment and income generation.
Speaking on the initiative, the Coordinator Okala Okezie Gentle said, the programme was part of the organisation’s commitment to preparing young people to take advantage of economic opportunities through practical skills acquisition.
“Our slogan is ‘Preparation Meets Opportunities!’ We are preparing our youths with practical skills so they can seize economic opportunities. Sandals and slippers production is a viable business every youth can start from home.
“This is our contribution to reducing unemployment and building self-reliance,” the Coordinator said.
The organisation disclosed that registration for the free training is ongoing, urging interested youths to visit its registration centre for documentation.
The registration centre is located at Suite B01, Prizrite Mall, 5 Maitama Sule Street, opposite OAU Quarters, Asokoro, Abuja.
The training will run daily from 12 noon to 6 p.m., while the venue for the practical sessions is expected to be announced later.
The initiative also called on well-meaning Nigerians, corporate organisations, footwear manufacturers, leather suppliers and development partners to support the programme through sponsorships and the provision of training materials, tools and start-up kits.
It said such support would help beneficiaries establish their businesses after completing the training and sustain their livelihoods.
Interested applicants and prospective partners can contact the organisation on 08036443430, 08020505121 or 08050202443 for further information.
Live Ready Youth Empowerment Initiative is a youth development organisation committed to equipping Nigerian youths with practical skills, entrepreneurial knowledge and mentorship opportunities to promote self-reliance and economic empowerment.
