History was made on Friday, 21st August 2026, as the 5th Batch of Long Distance Truck Driving Trainees officially graduated from the Global Institute of Workplace for Skills Training (GIWOST) in Port Harcourt, Rivers State.

This life-changing initiative was sponsored and facilitated by the Palace of H.R.M. Igwe Engr. Sir Augustine Chinedu Emelobe, EzeOkpoko II of Oba Kingdom, through the Oba Skill Acquisition and Empowerment Committee, under the leadership of Prof. Sir Dozie Ndubisi Onunkwo.

Building Sustainable Careers and Economic Independence

The graduation marks another major milestone in Igwe EzeOkpoko II’s commitment to youth development, human capital investment, and poverty alleviation across the nine villages of Oba.

Through rigorous professional training at GIWOST, the newly certified drivers have been equipped with:

• Advanced Heavy-Duty Vehicle Operation: Comprehensive mastery of multi-axle long-distance trucks and modern freight vehicles.

• Defensive Driving & Road Safety: Strict adherence to national and international highway safety standards, freight protection, and emergency maneuvers.

• Logistics & Fleet Management: Practical knowledge in cargo handling, route planning, basic mechanical maintenance, and digital transit documentation.

Driving the Vision of a New Oba Kingdom

Speaking on behalf of the throne, Prof. Sir Dozie Ndubisi Onunkwo, Chairman of the Oba Skill Acquisition and Empowerment Committee, congratulated the graduates on their discipline, perseverance, and successful completion of the intensive program. He urged them to represent Oba Kingdom with integrity, professionalism, and high standards wherever their careers lead them.

This continuous empowerment initiative reflects the core vision of H.R.M. Igwe EzeOkpoko II—transforming the energetic youth of Oba into self-reliant, highly skilled professionals capable of competing in Nigeria's industrial and logistics sectors.

Congratulations to Batch 5 Graduates!

Long Live H.R.M. Igwe EzeOkpoko II!

Long Live Oba Kingdom!