The General Overseer of The Redeemed Christian Church (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye has appealed to youths to learn practical and soft skills needed for employment and self-sustenance.
Adeboye made this known at a special prayer and thanksgiving service for all firstborn children held recently at the National Headquarters RCCG, Throne of Grace, Ebutte-Metta, Lagos.
The programme brought together thousands of businessmen,artisans drawn from across the country in prayer, bible teaching, song renditions and prophetic ministration.
He said that staying above board in this time of recession is not dependent on the numbers of certificates acquired but on the grace of God and soft skills acquired.
He said “every youth needs basic education and industry related skills and knowledge for employment.
He said that there are immerse opportunities and possibilities for a youth who can think outside of the box and create an impact in their immediate environment.
Adeboye, who spoke through his Assistant General Overseer, Pastor Johnson Odesola opined that employment in the 21st century requires soft skills that would attract potential employers and build customer’s service expectations.
He noted that research has shown that entry worker level required soft skills such as problems solving, conflict management, effective communication, creativity and innovation to survive the work place.
He appealed to parents to encourage their children or ward to learn soft skills alongside with their educational programmes as that will prepare them better for the world of work.
Adeboye opined that the challenges in the work place have made it imperative for today’s youth to be well prepared, informed and resourceful.
