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FG Identifies Four Key Thematic Areas as Priorities for Development of Nigerian Youth
Joel Ajayi
Federal Government has identified four critical thematic areas as priorities for the development of Nigerian Youth, designed to empower young people, enhance their skills in order for them to thrive and Catalyse economic development.
The Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Youth Development, Olubunmi Olusanya, disclosed this during the Opening Ceremony of the 7th National Council on Youth Development, with the theme: “Transforming and Repositioning the Nigerian Youth to Thrive and Catalyse Economic Development”, held in Maiduguri, Borno State.
According to him,“Thematic areas include Governance, Jobs, Skills and Innovation, Cultural and Behavioral Change and Human Capital Development.
Olusanya elaborated on the critical thematic areas essential for the National Council on Youth Development : “Governance is foundational, as it establishes effective systems and policies that empower youth engagement. Jobs, Skills, and Innovation are crucial, focusing on creating robust employment opportunities that drive economic growth.
“Meanwhile, Culture enriches society by promoting the arts and preserving heritage. The focus on Behavioral Change is vital for cultivating the positive attitudes and behaviours that foster personal and community advancement. Lastly, Human Capital Development reinforces the message that investing in our youth is paramount, as they represent the most valuable resource for the future.”he further explained.
“Together, these themes provide a comprehensive framework to empower and uplift the younger generation, ensuring that they have the tools and support to thrive in society,” he stated.
The Permanent Secretary urged participants to identify and align themselves with any of these thematic areas and participate actively in their discussion by sharing insights, experiences, and innovative ideas. He added that the collaborative approach will ensure holistic and inclusive outcomes from the technical session.
In his welcome address, the Commissioner for Youth Empowerment and Sports Development in Borno State, Hon. Comrade Saina Buba, expressed his gratitude to the Federal Government for allowing the state to host the National Council on Youth Development. He emphasized the importance of learning, relearning, and unlearning in order to create the Nigeria that every youth envisions.
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FRSC Disclaims Partnership With WACORPAI On ‘Peace Ambassador’ Number Plates
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has strongly disassociated itself from any partnership with Wazobia Conflict Resolution and Peace Initiative (WACORPAI) regarding the issuance of ‘Peace Ambassador’ number plates.
The Corps, in a press statement issued on December 11, 2024, described WACORPAI’s claims of collaboration as “baseless and false.”
The Corps clarified that Federal Government number plates are exclusively issued to Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) and not to private individuals or groups, irrespective of their affiliations. Consequently, the FRSC has reiterated that the production and usage of the so-called ‘Peace Ambassador’ number plates are illegal and unauthorized.
The Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed, emphasized the illegality of these number plates and warned that anyone found using them would face legal consequences. He also urged members of the public to immediately cease patronizing producers of these counterfeit plates.
“Members of WACORPAI and other users of these illegal number plates should remove them without delay to avoid arrest. Likewise, anyone intending to purchase them is advised to discontinue immediately,” the statement read.
The FRSC further reminded the public that the use of fake or unapproved number plates undermines national regulations on vehicle identification and road safety.
The press statement was signed by Olusegun Ogungbemide, Assistant Corps Marshal and Corps Public Education Officer, FRSC Headquarters, Abuja.
This announcement serves as a warning to individuals and organizations to adhere strictly to the FRSC’s guidelines on number plate issuance to avoid legal repercussions.
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