Bola Tinubu, President of West African State of Nigeria has vowed to create meaningful opportunities for Nigerian youths as the world marked the International Youth Day.
Tinubu emphasised that his government would focus on job creation, education and skills development to digital innovation and financial technology for youths,
The president added that youth empowerment is a fundamental pillar of all reform actions being implemented across sectors, in order to create an environment where Nigerian youths could thrive and contribute to the growth and development of the nation.
He vowed to honour his campaign commitment of generating one million new jobs in the digital economy for their upliftment and national economic development more broadly.
The president said he believed strongly in the principle, of whom much is given, much is expected and remained undeterred in his focus on delivery.
Tinubu urged the youths to champion national progress, unity and collective prosperity for all citizens of the beloved country.
In tandem with the theme of this year’s event: “Green Skills for Youth: Towards a Sustainable World,” the President implores young Nigerians to spearhead efforts aimed at achieving the highest quality of sustainable development, which will shape the future of our planet in conformity with his agenda of expanding green job opportunities and advocating for renewable energy solutions as an integral part of Nigeria’s current and future energy mix.
President Tinubu assured the younger generation that his administration will consistently engage with and listen to them with a view to implementing their important and forward-looking feedback.
Highlighting his commitment to active listening and engagement, President Tinubu noted that the enactment of The Student Loan Act and the provision of buses to the Student Bodies of all Universities, Polytechnics and Colleges of Education nationwide stood out as tangible examples of his administration’s responsiveness.
