Police Praise Bayelsa Skills Scheme for Empowering Youths, Reducing Crime

Bayelsa State Commissioner of Police, CP Iyamah Daniel Edebor, has praised the state government’s skills acquisition programme, saying it is helping to reduce crime by empowering youths.

The Police Public Relations Officer of the Bayelsa State Police Command delivered the commissioner’s commendation during a visit to the office of the Special Adviser to Governor Douye Diri on Entrepreneurship Development.

According to a statement released Friday by the Special Adviser’s office, the PPRO said he was sent to convey the police chief’s appreciation for the impact of the initiative.

The commissioner said the Douye Diri Skills Acquisition and Empowerment Programme has equipped young people with practical skills, created opportunities for self-reliance, and helped keep many youths away from crime.

He also commended Governor Douye Diri for prioritising youth empowerment and entrepreneurship development across Bayelsa State.