By Nastain Ibn Saliu
Kete-Krachi (O/R), Aug 28, GNA – Mr. Bilal Kassim, the Director of the Youth Employment Agency (YEA) for the Biakoye District in the Oti Region, has congratulated Community Protection Assistants (CPAs), who have successfully completed their training to serve as CPAs.
“I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the 2025 pioneering batch of CPA graduates. Your dedication and perseverance have paid off,” Mr. Kassim said in a statement.
On behalf of the YEA in Biakoye, Mr. Kassim expressed gratitude to individuals and leaders who supported the initiative. He specifically acknowledged the Member of Parliament for Biakoye, Mr Jean Marie Formadi, for her leadership and vision, as well as the District Chief Executive, Mr Eric Opong, for his continuous support.
He commended Chairman Asiome Amegla, of Biakoye National Democratic Congress for his oversight role and the NADMO Coordinator, Mr Rashid Dauda, for his tireless efforts.
“In Biakoye alone, about 33 individuals have graduated as Community Protection Assistants. This is a major step not only for them but also for the district in improving community safety,” he noted.
Mr. Kassim stressed the importance of the CPA initiative, describing it as a timely intervention to reduce the high rate of unemployment in the country. He further thanked the President of the Republic and the government for creating such an opportunity and extended his best wishes to the graduates as they begin their service.
More than 292 individuals have graduated as CPAs in the Oti Region.
GNA
Edited by Maxwell Awumah/George-Ramsey Benamba