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Omidiran Celebrates Tinubu at 74, Says FCC Reforms Mirror Renewed Hope Agenda

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March 29, 2026

The Executive Chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC), Honorable Hulayat Abiola Omidiran, has extended warm felicitations to the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on the occasion of his 74th birthday.

In a goodwill message issued in Abuja, Hon. Omidiran described President Tinubu as a visionary leader whose commitment to nation-building, equity, and democratic consolidation continues to inspire confidence among Nigerians across all regions.

Hon. Omidiran emphasized that the ongoing reforms within the Federal Character Commission are deliberately structured to reflect and support the President’s vision of a more inclusive, transparent, and equitable Nigeria.

According to her, the Commission is repositioning itself through institutional strengthening, improved monitoring mechanisms, and enhanced compliance frameworks to ensure that the federal character principle is fully realized across all government institutions.

“On behalf of the management, Honourable Commissioners and staff of the Federal Character Commission, I warmly congratulate His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on the occasion of his 74th birthday. Your bold leadership and Renewed Hope Agenda continue to inspire our reforms as we work to deepen fairness, equity, and national unity in public service,” she said.

Hon. Omidiran stressed that recent initiatives by the 5th Commission, including digital transformation efforts, stricter enforcement of compliance by Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs), and increased stakeholder engagement, are aimed at aligning the Commission’s operations with global best practices while reflecting the aspirations of the current administration.

She further commended the President’s unwavering resolve to ensure that all segments of the country are fairly represented in governance, stressing that such inclusive policies are critical to strengthening national integration, trust, and stability.

“As an institution mandated to uphold the federal character principle, we are committed to reforms that not only reinforce equity but also mirror the vision of Mr. President for a united and prosperous Nigeria. The Commission will continue to play its role in ensuring that no region or group is left behind,” she added.

The FCC boss prayed for good health, wisdom, and continued success for President Tinubu as he steers the affairs of the nation toward greater prosperity.

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FG Targets 50,000 Youths for Digital Jobs, Deepens Partnerships for Nationwide Empowerment Drive

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May 7, 2026

The Gleamer

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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