Danieh Osagie,  proprietor of Lamin Institute for Professional Studies (LIPS) said LIPs is in high spirit  to improve the welfare of young and needy Gambians through scholarship packages and job creation, with a sound enterpreneurial skills.

He made this remark during an exclusive interview with the press at his office in Lamin  which is in relation to the institute's forthcoming anniversary, the fifth of its kind,  scheduled to take place soon.

According to Mr Osagie LPS is not only interested in financial gains, but also to contribute to the welfare of the nation. ''Since its inception in 1993, LIPS has provided over 500 (five hundred) scholarship packages to the physically disabled persons and the most needy students  facing financial constraints, with the aim of empowering the youths.
 
He went further to say that LPS  always  ensure that their students perform successfully, noting that 80% of their graduants have been able to secure  jobs and others are self employed. 

 He added  that, LIPs doesn't compromise standard and quality.  "We will continue to serve the Gambian youths, so as to enable them  build a better future for themselves," he assured.

He finally expressed satisfaction about the way  Gambians have taken ownership of the institution.He also used the opportunity to thank  parents and guardians for the confidence and trust they have in the institution.  On his final statement he disclosed to the members of the media that he is now appointing Joseph Osagie as the new  country director.