UN, FG urge youths to harness their potential to drive development and leadership.
The United Nations (UN) and the Federal Government have called on Nigerian youth to harness their potential to drive development and leadership.
The call was made during the commemoration of the 2025 International Youth Day in Abuja, themed "Local Youth Actions for the SDGs and Beyond", aimed at promoting high-level conversations about youth influence on national priorities and global progress.
Speaking at the event, the UN Resident Coordinator, Mohammed Fall, highlighted the importance of young people creating change, citing examples such as climate action, tech innovation, and peacebuilding.
Describing Nigeria's young population as a gift, providing an opportunity for the country to lead Africa and inspire the world, Fall also highlighted the UN's efforts to work with youth-led organizations and communities to ensure young people's voices shape policies affecting them.
In his remarks, the Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, pledged to continue partnering with the UN to bring young people closer to government and development partners.
He commended the Deputy Secretary-General of the UNDAY for providing platforms and resources to support youth development, while also congratulating Maryam Bukar, the first UN Global Ambassador for Peace, and encouraging young people to adopt commitment and creativity in advancing global goals.
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