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Olawande Extols Queen Tejuosho’s Community Impact as She Receives Prestigious Doctorate
Cyril Ogar
The Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, has applauded philanthropist Queen Halimat Adenike Tejuosho for her outstanding humanitarian contributions, particularly her sustained support for persons with disabilities across Nigeria.
Queen Tejuosho was conferred with an Honorary Doctorate Degree in Transformational Leadership, Social Work, and Community Service at a colourful ceremony held at the Nigerian National Merit House in Abuja. The event was organised by the Institute of Leadership Manpower and Management as part of its 29th Leadership Manpower Award Celebration.
According to the organisers, the honour was in recognition of her remarkable contributions to community development, social justice advocacy, and the empowerment of vulnerable groups.
Speaking at the event, Minister Olawande commended the awardee’s unwavering dedication to uplifting underserved communities, noting that her initiatives align with the Federal Government’s vision for inclusive and people-centred development.
He described her as a shining example of how private citizens can complement government efforts in driving sustainable social change.
In her acceptance speech, Dr. Tejuosho highlighted the values of listening, patience, and mentorship as pillars of effective leadership. She referenced President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as a leader whose mentorship and leadership style have inspired many Nigerians.
She urged emerging leaders to prioritise mentoring others, stressing that mentorship played a transformative role in her personal and professional journey.
Through the QAT Foundation, Dr. Tejuosho has spearheaded numerous impactful initiatives, including scholarships for indigent students, vocational training programmes for women and youths, and the distribution of assistive devices to persons with disabilities.
These interventions have significantly improved livelihoods and expanded opportunities for beneficiaries across the country.
The well-attended ceremony attracted dignitaries from various sectors, with Minister Olawande also honoured at the event.
Observers noted that the recognition of Dr. Tejuosho underscores the growing appreciation for philanthropic leadership in Nigeria and highlights the importance of collaboration between government and private initiatives in advancing national development.
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FG Targets 50,000 Youths for Digital Jobs, Deepens Partnerships for Nationwide Empowerment Drive
Joel Ajayi
Federal Government has intensified efforts to empower young Nigerians through strategic partnerships, digital skills development, and inclusive programmes aimed at creating sustainable employment opportunities nationwide.
The Honourable Minister of Youth Development, Comrade Ayodele Olawande, made this known during a media interview with African Independent Television (AIT), where he outlined a renewed policy direction focused on measurable impact, transparency, and large-scale youth engagement.
At the core of this effort, he explained, is a landmark partnership with the Digital School (TDS), supported by the Government of the United Arab Emirates, targeting the training of 50,000 Nigerian youths in globally competitive digital skills.
The Minister noted that the initiative is expected to produce at least 5,000 internationally certified and job-ready youths within the first six months of implementation.
Comrade Olawande also highlighted the Ministry’s sector-specific collaborations, including its partnership with the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), aimed at boosting youth participation in agriculture. He added that this is being complemented by expanded programmes under the Nigerian Youth Academy and other key youth empowerment initiatives.
He further disclosed that the government is scaling up internship, gig economy, and startup support programmes to reach a wider range of beneficiaries across the country, while also intensifying efforts to promote digital literacy through The Digital School (TDS) initiative, being implemented in collaboration with the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC).
To enhance transparency and ensure merit-based access to opportunities, the Ministry has introduced a digital engagement platform, “Nigerian New Tech.” He added that ongoing reforms in youth health, financial inclusion, and social protection are also broadening opportunities for young Nigerians.
During the interview, the Honourable Minister said:“We are moving away from fragmented and tokenistic approaches to youth development. Our focus is to build sustainable systems that empower young Nigerians at scale and with real impact.”
“Through our partnership with The Digital School and the UAE Government, we are not just training youths; we are preparing them for global opportunities, whether they choose to work remotely or internationally.”
“For too long, many young Nigerians, especially those in the informal sector, have been excluded from structured opportunities. This administration is committed to ensuring that no young person is left behind.”
“Our role as government is to create an enabling environment where young people can thrive, innovate, and contribute meaningfully to national development.”
“Transparency and merit are at the core of all our programmes. Access to opportunities should not depend on who you know, but on your capacity and readiness to grow.”
The Honourable Minister reaffirmed that youth development remains central to Nigeria’s economic growth, assuring that the Ministry will continue to deepen partnerships, expand programmes, and implement sustainable frameworks for the benefit of present and future generations.
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