The federal government has unveiled its strategic focus for the youth in 2025, prioritising six critical areas aimed at empowering and transforming the nation’s young population.
The Minister of Youth Development, Comrade Ayodele Olawande, disclosed this Friday in Borno state during the closing ceremony of the 7th National Council on Youth Development (NCYD).
Themed “Transforming and Repositioning the Nigerian Youth to Thrive and Catalyze Economic Development,” the event highlighted the government’s commitment to youth development.
The six priority areas outlined by the minister were: Access to capital; job-creation; empowerment; skills development, entrepreneurship support, and youth involvement in decision-making processes.
He said, “To facilitate this vision, the Ministry has established a Youth Help Desk to provide direct engagement opportunities for young people to address their concerns. Additionally, the government has approved the establishment of: A Youth House in Abuja, A Youth Centre in every state of the federation, A Youth Green House in all 774 local government areas “These initiatives will create platforms for interaction, engagement, and idea-sharing among Nigerian youths.”
“Our youth need safe spaces to exchange ideas, network, and innovate. Their empowerment, support, and protection remain essential to unlocking their full potential.”
In his opening remarks, the Borno state governor, Babagana Umaru Zulum, reaffirmed the importance of youth development, and pledged his administration’s commitment to initiatives such as vocational training, education, and scholarship programmes.