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2024 NYFF Grant Unveiling, Beckons Of Hope For Nigerians Youth-Minister
Joel Ajayi
The Minister of Youth Development Dr. Jamila Bio Ibrahim has expressed that the launching of the 2023/24 Nigeria Youth Futures Fund NYFF remains an inspiration for Nigerian youth for a Prosperous Future.
In her keynote address at the official 2024 2024 NYFF Grant Cycle Unveiling on Monday in Abuja, Minister Dr. Ibrahim said the youth are the architects of the nation and there is a need to invest them for prosperity.
NYFF fund grant, which is a collaborative effort spearheaded by LEAP Africa and funded by the MacArthur Foundation, the Ford Foundation, and the Luminate Group, where $1.2 million was given to 160 organizations and individuals.
Minister said this announcement represents a significant increase from the previous year’s disbursement of $600,000 to 130 recipients, demonstrating the growing commitment of the stakeholders to youth empowerment.
According to her, Today marks the unveiling of the Nigerian Youth Futures Fund, a visionary and collaborative effort spearheaded by LEAP Africa and generously funded by the MacArthur Foundation, the Ford Foundation, and the Luminate Group.
This initiative seamlessly aligns with the core pillars of the Ministry of Youth: Education, Empowerment, and Engagement. It synergizes with existing initiatives such as the Youth Development Bank, the initiative to equip youth with knowledge and skills in critical sectors, and the creation of youth-centric platforms to project the voice of the Nigerian youth.
“Through collaborative efforts, we invest in educational opportunities beyond classrooms learning by doing, experiencing, and leading. We empower our youth with the resources to turn dreams into reality, fostering entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
Dr. Ibrahim asserted that the increased funding symbolizes more than just numerical expansion.
“This is a bold move to catalyze a wave of change, encouraging our young citizens to play active roles in shaping the Nigeria we envision,” she said.
The Minister added that this fund serves to bridge the gap between the ambitions of Nigerian youth and the resources needed to make them a reality.
She noted, “We believe in your power to innovate, lead, and drive the progress we all aspire to witness.”
“For us, the NYFF’s significance goes beyond financial support; it is about igniting a national conversation and inspiring collective action toward achieving a future where all Nigerians can thrive. The fund covers key sectors such as good governance, sustainable development & infrastructure and addresses fundamental questions of unity, empathy, and patriotism.
“This fund is not just a financial commitment; it’s a resounding vote of confidence in the leadership capabilities of our youth. It is rooted in the belief that by empowering our youth with the right resources and opportunities, we are shaping the architects of our nation’s medium and long-term developmental plans.”
She urged all beneficiaries of the 2024 Grant Cycle of the Nigeria Youth Futures Fund(NYFF) to maximize the 1.6 million dollars for national development.
In her remark, Deputy Director, of LEAP Africa Kehinde Ayeni, explained that the NYFF is a collaborative initiative aimed at strengthening youth leadership in Nigeria.
She emphasized the fund’s long-term goal.
“The Nigeria Youth Futures Fund (NYFF) is a five-year collaborative initiative implemented by LEAP Africa and funded by MacArthur Foundation, and Ford Foundation to strengthen youth leadership in Nigeria.
“For the first year, we saw a lot of progress and growth and aspirations of young Nigerians, who responded to the fund and its purpose.
“Now, we are unveiling two categories out of three, which are the development and individual plan.
“We are giving out 1.2 million dollars over the next 12 months to almost 200 organizations or individuals.”
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NTAC DG Wins 2025 Public Servant of the Year Award, Dedicates Honor to President Tinubu
Joel Ajayi
Director General of the Nigerian Technical Aid Corps,Rt.Hon.Yusuf Buba Yakub has dedicated the award of “Most Outstanding Public Servant of the Year” received at the Nigerian Assembly Orientation and Award 2025 to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
The Award,which was held, Wednesday,at the National Assembly Library Trust Funds Hall, National Assembly Complex,Abuja,was aimed at recognizing the best performing public servant in the non-legislative category across the country for the current year.
The event,which drew participants from across the country,is the 9th Edition of the Awards.Speaking at the event,the Publisher of Assembly News,a foremost Nigerian Parliamentary news tabloid,Prince Adeboye Omoboye explained that the NTAC boss emerged best-peforming Public Servant from a national poll.
He lauded the NTAC DG for his commitment and sacrifice to national service and for, particularly,using the Technical Aid Corps Scheme in the last two- years-and-half of the Tinubu Administration to reposition Nigeria as a global giant in the areas of soft power and development diplomacy.
While thanking President Tinubu for the opportunity to even serve the nation,the NTAC DG praised the promoters of the Awards for their visionary approach to progressive and developmental journalism. He also noted that diverse fora such as the day’s occasion were important to chronicle the nation’s history in an era when younger Nigerians were beginning to lose touch with the nation’s evolutionary processes.
Earlier,while speaking on the theme of the day’s event,”A New Nigeria,”Director General of the Nigerian Orientation Agency,Issa Lanre-Onilu admonished Nigerians to rethink their responsibilities for the country , informing that the new 7 for 7 National Value Charter of the NOA has emphasised not only the aspects of what he termed “National Promise”,but its corresponding “Citizens’ Code”.He called on all Nigerians to imbibe the spirit of placing Nigeria above every consideration at all times.Onilu was represented at the event by his Special Assistant on Media,Tolu Meduna.
The event,which saw the recognition of other Nigerians, including those from across the States, for various award categories,ended with a pledge to continue to push for a better Nigeria through parliamentary advocacy and media campaigns.
Among those who accompanied the NTAC DG to the event were the Director of Administration,Amb.Yakubu Abdullahi Ahmed;that of Programmes,Amb.Zakari Usman as well as the Deputy Director and Head of Accounts,Mrs Meimunat Haruna-Mustapha.Others were the Assistant Director and Head of Internal Audits,Mr Adekola Lawal;his colleague ,Mr Mustapha Aliyu,an Assistant Director and Mr. Fehintola Adebowale, Assistant Director,Programmes,among others.
Nkem Anyata-Lafia
Special Assistant to the NTAC DG ( Media and Publicity)
November 5,2025
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