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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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Algeria’s Glorious Revolution: Embassy Marks 72nd Anniversary in Abuja
Joel Ajayi
The Embassy of Algeria in Nigeria has commemorated the 72nd anniversary of the country’s Glorious Revolution of November 1, 1954, with a reception in Abuja, highlighting Algeria’s liberation struggle and strengthening diplomatic relations with Nigeria.
The event, held on November 9, 2026, at Continental Suites Hotel, attracted prominent personalities, including the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Dr Tajudeen Abbas, members of the Federal Government, senior government officials, heads of diplomatic missions and other friends of Algeria.
Speaking at the reception, Algeria’s Ambassador to Nigeria, Hocine Mezoued, welcomed guests and paid tribute to the country’s freedom fighters who sacrificed their lives during the struggle for independence.
He described the November 1, 1954 revolution as the foundation of modern Algeria, noting that the sacrifices of the nation’s martyrs made it possible for the country to reclaim its sovereignty.
On Algeria’s development agenda, Mezoued said President Abdelmadjid Tebboune’s administration had continued to pursue economic reforms, diversification and national development under its New Algeria vision.
He noted that the country was recording progress in non-hydrocarbon exports, while improvements in the business environment had boosted investor confidence and attracted significant foreign investments.
On foreign policy, the ambassador reaffirmed Algeria’s commitment to non-interference, respect for national sovereignty, peaceful conflict resolution and the right of peoples to self-determination.
Addressing security challenges in the Sahel, he stressed that lasting peace could not be achieved through military measures alone, insisting that economic development, inclusive dialogue and peaceful resolution of disputes remained essential.
Turning to Nigeria-Algeria relations, Mezoued described the partnership as one founded on shared values and the commitment of both countries’ leaders to advancing African development.
He identified the Trans-Saharan Highway, Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline and Trans-Saharan Fibre Optic Backbone as major strategic projects receiving attention from both countries.
The ambassador also disclosed that Algeria had continued to provide scholarships to Nigerian students to strengthen human capital development and capacity building.
He further announced that Air Algérie expanded its Nigerian operations on October 26, 2026, with the introduction of two weekly flights to Lagos, expressing confidence that the service would boost trade and tourism.
Looking ahead, Mezoued said 2027 would offer fresh opportunities to deepen bilateral cooperation, particularly through the fifth Joint High Bi-National Commission scheduled to hold in Abuja.
He expressed optimism that the meeting would provide an opportunity to assess existing partnerships, identify new areas of cooperation and move Nigeria-Algeria relations towards a more practical and results-driven phase.
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