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“Young Nigerians Remain Central to Our Mandate”, FCC Boss Omidiran Assures NYCN

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6 months ago

March 31, 2026

Joel Ajayi

The Executive Chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC), Honorable Hulayat Abiola Omidiran, has reasserted the Commission’s commitment to youth inclusion, equity, and fairness in public service.

Hon. Omidiran made this known while receiving a delegation from the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), led by its Deputy National President, Comrade Mukhtar Akosile, during a courtesy visit to the Commission’s Headquarters in Abuja on Tuesday.

“We work for you. What we are doing here is for young Nigerians, as older generations are no longer in search of employment. If we get it right with the youth, the future of this country is secured. It is the foundation we lay today that they will build upon to become the kind of leaders we envision,” Hon. Omidiran said.

She further emphasized the Commission’s commitment to youth engagement, noting that NYCN would be actively integrated into its activities.

“We have a youth committee, and we will absorb NYCN into our activities, particularly on matters of critical importance to young Nigerians. At the FCC, we are focused on prompt action and result-oriented leadership that promotes inclusivity, equity, and national cohesion,” she added.

Reaffirming the Commission’s zero tolerance for job racketeering, the FCC Chairman stressed that strict measures have been instituted to uphold integrity and due process.

“We are guided by fairness and equity. We do not tolerate bribery or job racketeering. We have instituted a whistleblowing mechanism to curb irregularities and ensure strict adherence to due process,” she stated.

Earlier, the Deputy National President of NYCN, Comrade Mukhtar Akosile, said the Council formally felicitated with the FCC Chairman and expressed appreciation for the renewed engagement between both institutions.

“NYCN formally came to felicitate with you [Hon. Omidiran] and associate with your office, particularly following the invitation extended to us for the recent FCC induction workshop, an engagement of this nature that has not occurred in over a decade,” Akosile said.

He also emphasized the Council’s readiness to collaborate with the Commission in advancing youth-focused initiatives.

“We want to be integrated into the activities of the FCC, particularly in serving as a bridge between the youth, the public, and the Commission through information sharing, feedback, and reporting the impact of its allocation of opportunities on young Nigerians,” he added.

Also in attendance were Hon. Peter Eze (Enugu State), Hon. Muhammad Awwal Na’iya (Kano State), and Hon. Ibrahim Abdul Mairiga (Gombe State). The NYCN delegation also included key officials such as the Chief of Staff to the Deputy President, Basah Mohammed.

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Nigeria at 66: ‘We Must Not Lose Faith in Nigeria’ — FCC Boss Omidiran

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21 hours ago

October 1, 2026

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

The Executive Chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC), Honorable Hulayat Motunrayo Omidiran, has called on Nigerians to use the occasion of the nation’s 66th Independence Anniversary to renew their faith in Nigeria, strengthen national unity and recommit themselves to building a more inclusive and prosperous country.

In her 66th Independence Day message, Hon. Omidiran described October 1 as more than a celebration of freedom, saying the anniversary provides an opportunity for Nigerians to reflect on the country’s journey, acknowledge its progress and challenges, and renew the collective determination to build a nation where every citizen has a sense of belonging.

According to the FCC Executive Chairman, the Federal Character Principle remains particularly important to the quest for national cohesion because equitable representation promotes a sense of ownership and confidence in the Nigerian project.

“Nigeria is a nation of great diversity and
enormous potential. Our responsibility is to ensure that this diversity becomes a bridge that connects us rather than a barrier that separates us. Every Nigerian deserves to feel that he or she belongs to this country and has a role to play in its development,” Omidiran said.

The FCC boss called on government institutions at all levels to remain committed to fairness, equity, accountability and inclusive governance, while urging citizens to support efforts aimed at strengthening national institutions and promoting peaceful coexistence.

“We must not lose faith in Nigeria. The challenges before us are real, but so are the opportunities and the enormous human and natural resources available to us. Every citizen has a responsibility to contribute his or her own quota to building the Nigeria we desire,” she stated.

The FCC Executive Chairman also urged young Nigerians to remain committed to acquiring knowledge and skills, entrepreneurship, innovation, sports and other productive ventures, describing the youth as critical stakeholders in the country’s future.

“As we celebrate 66 years of independence, let us remember that the Nigeria we want cannot be built by government alone. It requires the commitment of all of us – leaders and citizens, young and old, from every part of the federation. Together, we can build a Nigeria where justice, fairness, opportunity and peace are available to all,” she said.

Omidiran reaffirmed the FCC’s commitment to the effective discharge of its constitutional mandate and to supporting efforts that promote equitable representation and inclusive national development across the federation.

The former lawmaker wished Nigerians at home and abroad a peaceful and memorable 66th Independence Anniversary, praying for continued peace, stability, prosperity and progress for the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

“Our differences should never be greater than our common identity as Nigerians. Let us continue to choose unity over division, service over self-interest and hope over despair. The Nigeria of our dreams is possible if we all play our part,” Omidiran said.

“On behalf of the Federal Character Commission, I congratulate all Nigerians on this 66th Independence Anniversary. May this occasion renew our patriotism, strengthen our unity and inspire us to work together for a stronger, more equitable and prosperous Nigeria. May God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria,” she added.

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