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FG Flags Off Registration, Unveils Official Website for 2025 National Youth CONFAB
By Joel Ajayi
In its desire to better the life of entire youth in the country to deepening youth engagement and national development, the Federal Government has officially flagged off the registration process and unveiled the website for the National Youth Conference 2025 (Youth Confab 2025).
Minister of Youth Development, Comrade Ayodele Olawande, said over 36,000 youths from within and outside Nigeria will participate in the National Youth CONFAB 2025, themed “From Challenges to Progress, From Problems to Solutions.”
This announcement came as the Federal Government officially flagged off the registration process and unveiled the website for the National Youth Conference 2025.
Speaking at a world press conference on Monday in Abuja, the Minister emphasized that the forthcoming conference will not be “just another talk show,” but a dynamic platform focused on actionable solutions and meaningful youth engagement in national development.
“This is more than just a conference,” Olawande said. “It is a call to action and a platform for us to listen, learn, and lead together.”
Anchored on a participatory and inclusive framework, Youth CONFAB 2025 is being championed by the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, and is expected to draw participants from every community, ward, state, and the diaspora.
“With over 70% of our population under the age of 35, Nigeria’s future is inextricably linked to the creativity, energy, and aspirations of its youth,” the Minister said.
He announced the launch of the official conference portal – https://nationalyouthconfab.gov.ng – where interested participants can register, contribute through virtual consultations, submit memoranda, and apply to become delegates. Registration will close on 30 June 2025 at 6:00 p.m.
Olawande also highlighted upcoming activities such as induction meetings, technical sessions, consultations, town halls, and stakeholder engagements that will shape the direction and content of the CONFAB.
“The National Youth CONFAB is a historic moment. It inspires hope and provides an opportunity for young people to reimagine a Nigeria that works for them. It is a chance to move from protest to policy, from problems to solutions, and from challenges to progress,” he said.
He reiterated that the event is a credible and transformative platform designed to empower young Nigerians to shape policy and participate meaningfully in nation-building.
Also speaking at the event, the Chairman of the National Planning Committee and Permanent Secretary, Mr. Olubunmi Olusanya, underscored the importance of the occasion.
“It is with immense joy and gratitude that I welcome you all to this momentous occasion – the official launch of the National Youth Conference 2025 portal, marking the formal commencement of this landmark national youth gathering,” he said.
He described the CONFAB not just as an event, but as a strategic platform to amplify the voices, dreams, and innovative ideas of young Nigerians across the country.
According to Olusanya, the newly launched portal is more than a website – it is a digital gateway that will enable seamless delegate registration, facilitate virtual consultations, and serve as the central hub for conference updates and interactions.
“By unveiling this gateway, we are opening the door to nationwide participation, collaboration, and bold ideas that will shape the future of our country,” he added.
The conference will feature a phased structure, beginning with diaspora virtual engagements, grassroots consultations across the 360 federal constituencies, zonal consolidation meetings across the six geopolitical zones, and culminating in a national conference in Abuja. There, youth-driven policy recommendations will be developed and presented to top government officials.
CONFAB 2025 will focus on six core thematic areas: Governance and Leadership, Economic Transformation and Job Creation, Education and Future Skills, Technology and Digital Innovation, Climate Change and Energy Transitionand Social Inclusion and Security.
Both the Minister and the Planning Committee Chairman called on students, creatives, entrepreneurs, artisans, professionals, and young Nigerians in the diaspora to seize this opportunity and make the 2025 Youth CONFAB a defining moment in the country’s history.
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NTAC Director-General Honors Mallam Nuhu Ribadu @65, Praises His Distinguished Service to the Nation
Cyril Ogar
Director General of the Nigerian Technical Aid Corps,Rt.Hon.Yusuf Buba Yakub,has commended President Tinubu’s National Security Adviser,Mallam Nuhu Ribadu,for his trailblazing leadership as the pioneer Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and for his current role as the National Security Adviser.
The NTAC boss ,who offered the above commendations, Saturday,in Abuja,while celebrating the foremost lawyer and public servant who turned 65 on Friday,also lauded Ribadu for steering Nigeria through complex security challenges with courage and integrity,which the NTAC DG acknowledged ,has set an enduring example for all public officers to emulate.
In a message personally signed by the former federal lawmaker and made available to his media handlers in Abuja, Saturday,Buba emphasized the great roles Mallam Ribadu has continued to play in the evolution of the Nigerian state.
He said:”I have the honour to refer to the above subject-matter and avail myself of the opportunity of this auspicious moment to celebrate you,Dear Leader and Brother,on the occasion of your birthday celebration this year.
“Yesterday again marked yet another milestone of wisdom, dedication, and service as you celebrated 65 years of life ,many of which you have invested in the service of our nation and humanity at large.
“Without the risk of reciting the obvious,Sir,your trailblazing leadership as the pioneer Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), where you transformed the fight against corruption, and now as the National Security Adviser, steering Nigeria through complex security challenges with courage and integrity, has set an enduring example for all of us to emulate.
“Your legacy of principled reform, selfless service, and steadfast patriotism continues to inspire countless Nigerians, especially the young professionals and Volunteers we work with every day.May Allah (SWT) continue to strengthen you for greater wisdom and performance as you age in wealth and wellness.
“For myself,my dear family and on behalf of the Management and staff of the Nigerian Technical Aid Corps (NTAC),where with your kind support I have served as DG these past years,I extend heartfelt congratulations to you, Sir, on this remarkable milestone and solemn achievement.
“May Allah grant you good health, long life, and the special wisdom to keep guiding our nation toward peace, security, and prosperity.
” We pray that the years ahead bring you abundant joy, fulfillment, and the satisfaction of seeing the fruits of your tireless efforts in many more years of blessings,”the text concluded.
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