Wale Jagun
The Executive Vice-Chairman/CEO of the Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, Dr Aminu Maida, has lauded the iconic SAIL Innovation Lab in Ikorodu, and commended the founders for their sacrifice and genuine commitment to the development of the people, particularly the youths.
Dr Maida paid a scheduled visit to SAIL allocated at Ipakodo in Ikorodu Local Government, on Thursday.
The SAIL Innovation Lab is an initiative of the SAIL Empowerment Foundation, which is an endowment founded by Senator Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru and his wife, Mrs. Feyisola Abiru. Hundreds of constituents across Lagos East Senatorial District, and beyond have been trained in the Lab that boasts of world class facility and faculty, free of charge.
Many of the participants that had undergone training at the Lab, have secured decent jobs in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, among others.
During the visit, the NCC EVC, addressed participants in Data Science and 3MTT Product design classes, and the Awarri AI. He encouraged them to maximize the unique opportunity that has been provided for them, adding that Senator Abiru and his wife have provided a great platform for many young people to harness their potential and creativity to find expression, particular at this age of digital and tech revolution.
“I am wowed! This is a huge sacrifice of time and resources for the people. I want to plead with the community, I know they are taking full advantage of it. I think this is one great initiative they should treasure. They should join to ensure that the sustainability of this place is maintained”, he said.
In the past, eminent Nigerians and accomplished professionals, including Nigeria’s Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, had visited and tour the SAIL Innovation Lab, and also inspired participants to reach for their full potentials.
