Radda Empowers 74 Artisans With Electric Vehicle Training

Governor of Katsina State Dikko Umaru Radda has approved the training of 74 artisans in electric vehicle (EV) prototype development as part of the efforts to boost youth empowerment and technological innovation in Katsina State.

The six-month programme, to be held at the Katsina Youth Craft Village, will be conducted in partnership with Maglush Electric Vehicle, an indigenous EV company owned by indigenes of the state.

According to a statement issued by the coordinator of the Katsina Youth Craft Village, the initiative is aimed at equipping young artisans with modern technical skills in electric vehicle technology and preparing them for opportunities in the growing green transportation sector.

The statement noted that trainees would be selected from the 34 local government areas of the state to ensure the availability of skilled technicians for the maintenance and repair of electric vehicles across Katsina.

It added that the programme would also support the state government’s planned distribution of electric motorcycles to teachers by providing trained personnel for maintenance services.

The coordinator further disclosed that the partnership includes a technology transfer arrangement that would enable the Katsina Youth Craft Village to independently sustain future EV training programmes.

The initiative was described as part of Governor Radda’s commitment to innovation, youth development, and sustainable economic growth in the state.