Saturday, 14th February, Valentine's Day was a moment of joy and celebration as selected apprentices in the area celebrated it in a grand style following Clean Man Car Wash and Hangout's fulfillment of its earlier promised donation of working tools to support their businesses and personal growth.
The beneficiaries of the empowerment initiative who were all drawn from the villages in the area included:
Gideon Akpan (Male, 13 years) A motorcycle mechanic from Uruk Uso Village, Ikot Ekpene LGA.
Mbere Sunday (Male, 27 years) A barber from Ikot Ekpene Village, Ikot Ekpene LGA.
Miss Lovelyn Idiong (Female, 26 years) – A furniture designer from Ibong Ikot Akan, Ikot Ekpene LGA.
Each beneficiary received essential tools tailored to their respective trades. The donations included complete toolboxes for the apprentices, a rechargeable drilling machine for the furniture designer, and a full set of professional barbing equipment, including a brand new clipper, for the barber.
Speaking during the presentation, the management reiterated its commitment to community development, youth empowerment, and the promotion of self-reliance among youths. The initiative reflects Clean Man's dedication to supporting hardworking youths and encouraging skill acquisition as a pathway to economic stability.
The event was marked by gratitude and excitement from the beneficiaries, who expressed appreciation for the timely support, describing it as a significant boost to their trades and a step toward achieving greater independence and productivity.
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