My mobile tablet developed some technical faults. A friend of my dad who worked in the Electronic section of Alaba International Market, assured me of a reliable shop where I could get it repaired.
On our way, we passed through Lagos State University. We observed a throng of undergraduates milling about. And he made a comment that struck me.
He said, “And where will they fit into this jobless society? There are so many graduates who are jobless, Youth corpers who are about to join the job market, and here are undergraduates; about to join the assemblage of unemployed graduates. What a pity!”
And I said to myself, this man is correct. He has a point.
After a few minutes, I came up with a suggestion I’ve decided to share: Learn a craft.
It might seem demeaning or absurd to the ears but this will go a long way to help you when you are faced with the crises of unemployment.
I know of a teenager who is presently studying mechanical engineering in the university. During the holidays, (and thankfully unappreciated ASUU strike) he’s an auto-mechanic in training.
There're so many crafts you can engage in. There’s plumbing, woodwork, hair-making, electrician, photography; amidst others.
This just reminded me of a friend who studied business administration in the university but learned photography as a craft. Presently, he owns his own studio; a rising brand, whose rakes in thousands of naira a month.
Tara Durotoye, the founder and CEO of House of Tara, graduated from Lagos state University with a degree in Law, and proceeded to establish the House of Tara International; a craft she’d began in the university.
Combining your formal knowledge with your artisan skill will give you a distinct style over others. The Present ASUU strike, provides a golden opportunity. Don’t waste the time, sitting at home, ruining your eyes watching endless television shows. Go learn a handwork and you'll be thankful in the future.
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