Delta State has begun the Second Cycle of the Tertiary Entrepreneurship Programme (TEP), following approval by the state government, as part of efforts to empower students in tertiary institutions.
The Honourable Commissioner for Youth Development, Barr. Harry ThankGod Trakiriowei, announced this during a sensitization meeting with students of the University of Delta (UNIDEL), Agbor, and Dennis Osadebe University, Awai.
He described TEP as “a strategic initiative designed to empower students in tertiary institutions with entrepreneurial skills and funding support,” noting that it aligns with the state’s youth development agenda.
The commissioner expressed gratitude to Governor Rt. Hon. (Elder) Sheriff Oborevwori for what he called “his continued commitment to youth development through sustainable empowerment programmes.”
Trakiriowei disclosed that the Ministry of Youth Development is fully prepared to commence implementation immediately and assured students that the process would be transparent and impactful.
According to him, “all required structures, operational frameworks, and partnerships have been strengthened,” adding that the ministry expects the current cycle to record greater success than the previous one successfully.
