Turn ideas into practical solutions, FG tells youths

The Federal Government has urged Nigerian youths to move beyond discussions and develop practical solutions to address the challenges they face, according to a report by Daily Trust. Minister of Youth Development Ayodele Olawande emphasized that young people are one of the country's greatest assets, highlighting their contributions to various sectors such as entrepreneurship, technology, and community development.

The National Youth Confab 2026, which opened at the National Counter Terrorist Centre Auditorium in Abuja, served as a platform for young Nigerians to exchange ideas, examine opportunities and challenges, and contribute to shaping policies and programmes affecting their lives. Olawande listed several challenges facing young Nigerians, including employment, skills development, access to finance, education, digital inclusion, entrepreneurship, peace and security.

He urged delegates to develop realistic recommendations, partnerships, and measurable actions to improve government programs, access to opportunities, and accountability. The Minister also called for stronger collaboration between government, the private sector, development partners, civil society, and youth-led organizations to expand opportunities for young Nigerians.

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