"Once I Leave Office, I’m Going into Welding" – Governor Abdullahi Sule Reaffirms His Technical Roots

In a refreshing and humble declaration that highlights his connection to technical education and hands-on skills, Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule, has shared his post-governance plans: returning to his original profession as a certified welder.

Governor Sule made this announcement during a roundtable event organized by the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), in collaboration with the Nasarawa State Government. The event, held at the prestigious Transcorp Hilton Hotel in Abuja, provided a platform for discussing the critical role of technical skills in national development.

Reflecting on his personal journey, Governor Sule recounted his early career and deep-rooted passion for technical work.

“One of the things is that I actually started my education as a technician, as a welder, before I became a CNC machinist and the rest of that,” he revealed. “As you see me, shielded arc metal welding, oxyacetylene welding, once I finish from governor, I’m going into welding.”

This candid remark from a sitting governor not only underscores the dignity of skilled trades but also reflects his authenticity and commitment to practical education.

Beyond his personal plans, Governor Sule highlighted the strategic investments his administration has made in technical education across Nasarawa State. He emphasized the importance of building a competent and employable workforce, especially in fields that are crucial to industrial and infrastructure development.

“We built one of the most standard technical institutions according to the NBTE. In fact, most of these big companies that are carrying out their training even here in Abuja, they train them in Nasarawa at that particular institution,” he noted.

This institution, he said, has become a hub for high-quality technical training, attracting both local and national attention for its standards and output.

Governor Sule’s remarks serve as both an inspiration and a call to action—reminding stakeholders of the value of vocational education, and reaffirming that leadership is most powerful when it stays connected to the roots of personal experience and societal needs.