No fewer than 50 women have been trained as mechanics in Edo State and have received their certificates.
The women were trained as specialists on converting petrol vehicles to Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered vehicles.
Information reaching us at Greenbarge Reporters showed that the training was sponsored by Mrs. Sandra Aguebor, Founder of Lady Mechanic Initiative, National Automotive Design And Development Council(NADDC) and Edo Government.
Mrs. Aguebor was quoted as saying that the 50 graduates would significantly boost manpower for converting petrol vehicles to environmentally friendly CNG-powered engines.
She said that the CNG conversion is a new horizon for women in the automotive industry, emphasizing women’s expanding role in the male-dominated sector.
Mrs. Aguebor, Nigeria’s first lady mechanic, said that Edo women mechanics could convert petrol vehicles to CNG following their training and successful graduation from the Lady Mechanic Initiative.
She said that that so far, the Lady Mechanic Initiative had trained more than 6,000 women across 20 states, with certified coordinators supporting the programme
Mrs. Aguebor explained that the initiative was to empower women and girls, as well as promoting economic prosperity for families, especially vulnerable women in society through skill development.
She added that the initiative also provided mentorship and counseling, further supporting the girl child and encouraging women’s sustained success in mechanics.
“All beneficiaries have been trained and certified as CNG conversion technicians.”
Mrs. Aguebor commended Governor Monday Okpebholo and the Federal Government for their vital support and commitment to the women empowerment initiative.
