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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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Ogunlesi backs Tinubu reforms as FIRS chairman Adedeji highlights export-led economy
Joel Ajayi
After a high-level meeting with President Bola Tinubu in Abuja, Nigerian-born global investor Adebayo Ogunlesi expressed renewed confidence in the country’s economic reforms, indicating potential mega investments across energy, aviation, and port sectors.
He was joined in that optimism by Zacch Adedeji, Executive Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), who stressed that the reforms were laying the groundwork for an export-driven economy.
Speaking to journalists after the closed-door meeting, Ogunlesi praised the sweeping policy changes under Tinubu’s administration, including the removal of subsidies, tax reforms, and the revival of a refinery already exporting aviation fuel.
“We had an excellent meeting where we discussed how to put Nigeria front and center for international investment. The President was very encouraging, and we shared useful suggestions on driving economic growth,” Ogunlesi said.
Although he declined to reveal specific details, Ogunlesi confirmed that his firm is actively investing in Nigeria and assessing new opportunities.
“Watch this space. Nigeria is not yet the most exciting investment destination, but that’s what we are working on,” he teased.
Pressed on the sectors of interest, Ogunlesi highlighted energy, gas, aviation, ports, and renewables. Drawing on his firm’s experience with LNG projects in Texas and Australia, he noted Nigeria’s massive untapped gas reserves.
On aviation, he acknowledged his reputation as “the guy who bought Gatwick Airport” and signaled interest in similar ventures locally.
He also admitted that one of his companies operates ports in Cotonou and Lomé but none in Nigeria, a point Tinubu reportedly challenged him on.
“He forgave me but said, ‘you have to bring port investment to Nigeria,’” Ogunlesi recounted with a smile.
International investor Hakeem Bello-Osagie, who was also present, underscored the importance of diaspora participation in Nigeria’s growth story.
“When Nigerians at home and abroad invest in Nigeria, it sends a strong signal to the world,” he said, lauding Tinubu’s policies for making the country “investable.”
Echoing the sentiment, FIRS chairman Adedeji described the reforms as the foundation for an export-led economy.
“We’ve done the fundamentals, and now it is time to deliver growth,” he said.
With global players signaling confidence, the momentum for Nigeria’s economic repositioning is gaining ground, setting the stage for transformative investments in key industries.
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