The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Birim Central in Eastern Region, Solomon Brako Kusi, has distributed vocational training equipment to selected young people under his Skills Empowerment Programme, fulfilling a campaign pledge to dedicate 30 percent of his salary to youth development initiatives.
The presentation, which took place at the MCE’s official residence Sunday, June 7,2026 saw beneficiaries receive industrial sewing machines, hand sewing machines, and hair dryers to support their apprenticeship and vocational training.
According to Mr. Kusi, the initiative is aimed at equipping young people with practical skills and tools to enable them to establish sustainable livelihoods, become self-reliant, and contribute meaningfully to the local economy.
He noted that as a Youth Leader he believes that investing in skills development remains one of the most effective strategies for addressing youth unemployment and reducing the growing challenge of drug abuse among young people.
The MCE expressed satisfaction with the positive response from beneficiaries, describing their appreciation as a motivation to continue supporting youth-focused programmes in the municipality.
The MCE Solomon Brako Kusi reaffirmed his commitment to the pledge, stating that he would continue to channel part of his salary into initiatives that create opportunities and empower the youth of Birim Central.
He also thanked all stakeholders and community members who supported and witnessed the distribution exercise, describing it as another important step towards the development and empowerment of the municipality’s youth.
Source: Starrfm.com.gh
