The State Coordinator of the National Directorate of Employment, Katsina State Office, received a delegation from Premiere Urgence Internationale during a familiarization visit aimed at strengthening partnership plans between both organizations. The delegation was led by Mr. Isa Ridwan, Program Manager, who attended the meeting with Mr. Mohammed Hassan, Livelihood Supervisor. The visit supported ongoing discussions focused on youth empowerment, skills training, economic development, and sustainable livelihood programmes.
During the briefing, Mr. Ridwan informed the NDE management about PUI’s current projects targeted at empowering women and youth in conflict-affected communities. He stated that PUI considered NDE a strategic institution, adding that the programme is now at an advanced stage. According to him, “PUI identified NDE as a key partner in implementing this initiative, and we are committed to ensuring its success.”
The State Coordinator expressed appreciation for PUI’s interest in collaboration and highlighted NDE’s achievements in employment generation, vocational training, entrepreneurship development, and job creation. She emphasized the importance of strategic partnerships that support economic growth and improve access to sustainable opportunities.
Heads of the four core NDE departments also made short presentations outlining departmental activities and potential areas of collaboration with PUI to expand impact across communities.
The State Coordinator reaffirmed NDE’s readiness to collaborate with PUI, noting the Directorate’s commitment to transparency and accountability. The meeting ended with group photographs and a closing prayer led by Mr. Nura, Manager, Skills Acquisition Kurfi.
