Youth and Young Nigeria

FG Commends India For her Contributions to Youth Devt. In Nigeria

Published

2 years ago

June 9, 2023

…..Set to partner on 2023 International Day of Yoga

Joel Ajayi

The Federal Government has commended the Indian Government for her contributions to the development of the teeming Nigerian youth through the provision of scholarships and various exchange programmes.

The Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Sports and Youth Development, Alhaji Ismaila Abubakar made the commendation today in his office in Abuja when he received a delegation from the Indian High Commission, led by its Ambassador to Nigeria, His Excellency, Shri G. Balasubramanian.
He stated that Nigeria recognises and appreciates the long standing relationship between both countries that has immensely contributed to the socio-economic development of the country especially in the field of sports, education, automobile, oil and steel, among others.
The Permanent Secretary assured that Nigeria through her Ministry of Sports and Youth Development will partner with India to ensurethe successful hosting of International Day of Yoga scheduled to hold in Abuja on Sunday, June 17, 2023 as it aims at providing mental and physical wellbeing for participants and Nigerians in general.
While calling on the Indian Government to maintain its long time bilateral relationship with Nigeria, Alhaji Ismaila expressed optimism that the President Ahmed Bola Tinubu-led Administration will continue to create an enabling environment for more symbiotic relationships with other countries, especially in the area of youth and sports development, promising that the Ministry will mobilise its staff as well as sports loving Nigerians to participate in the event.
Earlier, the Indian Ambassador to Nigeria, His Excellency, Shri G. Balasubramanian stated that his visit to the Ministry was to further seek partnership and support towards the successful hosting of the International Day of Yoga, adding that Nigeria and India’s bilateral relationships have spanned decades covering such areas as education, sports and culture among others
He added that Yoga is an annual global event organized by the Indian Government to train persons, students and youth on mental and physical wellbeing for the socio-economic development of their countries.

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CLTC Partners with UNIAGY, NYFF for Youth Conference, Leadership Debate

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3 weeks ago

October 16, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

As part of activities marking Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary, the Citizenship and Leadership Training Centre (CLTC) is set to host a youth conference themed “Nigeria @ 65: Reviving Values and Volunteerism among the Youth.”

In a statement signed on Thursday by the Head, Information Unit, CLTC, Chinwe Nduka the Centre announced that the event will hold on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, in Abuja, in collaboration with major partners including the United Nations Inter-Agency Group on Youth (UNIAGY) and the Nigeria Youth Futures Fund (NYFF).

The conference aims to inspire active citizenship, strengthen civic values, and promote volunteerism as vital tools for rebuilding trust, unity, and shared responsibility among Nigeria’s youth.

A major highlight of the event will be the grand finale of the Youth Leadership Debate, an initiative of the Nigeria Youth Futures Fund (NYFF), which provides a platform for young leaders to articulate their vision for the nation’s future.

Confirmed speakers include the Honourable Minister for Youth Development, Comrade Ayodele Olawande; Chairman, Federal Civil Service Commission, Prof. Tunji Olaopa; and Iyinoluwa Aboyeji, CEO of Future Africa.

Other notable speakers are Samson Itodo (ED, YIAGA Africa), Rotimi Olawale (ED, Youth Hub Africa), Elisabeth Agbiti-Douglas (Director, NYFF), Mrs. Abiodun Essiet (SSA to the President on Community Engagement – North Central), Hon. Mohammed Abba Isa (SSA to the President on Special Needs & Equal Opportunities), Dr. Titilope Gbadamosi (SA to the President on Youth Initiatives), Surayyah Ahmad (Founding Partner, Sabou Capital), Aishat Dahiru (Youth Focal Point, IOM Nigeria), Rafiat Atanda (Communications Specialist, UNODC), and Mr. Rex Stephen Ojochegbe (Student, ATBU).

The conference enjoys the support of the Federal Ministry of Youth Development and the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), reflecting strong ministerial commitment to empowering Nigerian youth. It is also supported by Aspitah Global Resources, the event’s implementation partner.

Participants will include students, young entrepreneurs, professionals, and community-based organisations. Interested persons who cannot attend physically will be able to join the event virtually.

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