Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, has stressed the need for Nigeria to invest more in its young citizens, especially as they constitute a huge chunk of the population.
Abbas, in his message to commemorate the International Youth Day, noted that with the youthful population being the majority, the government at all levels must prioritise policies and programmes tailored towards young Nigerians.
The speaker called for more access to quality and affordable education, while seeking skill acquisition and empowerment of the youth. This, he noted, should be considered as an investment in the future of the country.
Similarly, deputy speaker Benjamin Okezie Kalu, described Nigerian youths as the heartbeat of the nation.
He highlighted the crucial role young people play in driving progress within the communities of the country to ultimately, accelerate national growth and development.
Emphasising his office’s collaboration with some youth-led organisations to implement empowerment programmes and initiatives, Kalu praised Nigerian youths for their hard work, resilience, creativity, patriotism and passion for greatness, believing that these qualities will illuminate their path toward a brighter and more inclusive future.
He said the youths are the country’s innovators, change-makers, and leaders of today and tomorrow, acknowledging their vital contributions to society.
The deputy speaker noted that President Bola Tinubu’s administration has been youth-friendly and is working assiduously to empower youth.
Calling to them to continue being supportive of the Renewed Hope Agenda, Kalu also urged the youths to remain law-abiding, assuring that their future is brighter under President Tinubu’s leadership.
