{"id":30772,"date":"2026-01-28T12:52:24","date_gmt":"2026-01-28T12:52:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/presspay.ng\/news\/?p=30772"},"modified":"2026-01-28T12:52:27","modified_gmt":"2026-01-28T12:52:27","slug":"nddc-skill-and-development-empowerment-program-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/presspay.ng\/news\/nddc-skill-and-development-empowerment-program-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"NDDC Skill and Development Empowerment Program 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) is committed to empowering individuals with practical, hands-on expertise in technical and industrial skills. These programs are designed to drive innovation, stimulate regional growth, and build a sustainable future for the Niger Delta. 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