FG urges youth to turn ideas into practical solutions

The Federal Government of Nigeria has urged young Nigerians to move beyond discussions and develop practical solutions to the challenges they face, according to a report by Punch. The call was made by the Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, while opening the National Youth Confab 2026 in Abuja. Olawande described the confab as a platform for young Nigerians to exchange ideas, examine opportunities and challenges, and contribute to shaping policies and programmes that affect their lives.

The minister listed employment, skills development, access to finance, education, digital inclusion, entrepreneurship, peace and security as some of the challenges facing young Nigerians. He urged delegates to develop realistic recommendations, partnerships, and measurable actions that could improve government programmes, access to opportunities, and accountability.

Brief written by urgent.news from Punch's own syndicated text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.