Maryam Aminu
The Honourable Minister of Defence, H.E. Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, has called on Nigerian youths to embrace dialogue and actively participate in initiatives aimed at self-development and nation-building.
The Minister made this statement during a meeting with a delegation from the Forum of Special Assistants and Senior Special Assistants to Governors, led by the Special Assistant to the President on Youth Initiatives, Hon. Titi Gbadamosi, at Ship House, Abuja.
Badaru emphasized that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s reform initiatives are focused on improving the lives of Nigerians, highlighting the autonomy granted to local governments as a significant step towards ensuring effective and accountable development at the grassroots level.
He also pointed out that various palliatives, including Social Security Intervention, the Post Subsidy Removal Presidential Grant, and Loans Schemes, have been provided to support Nigerians through their state governments.
The Minister noted that several programs, such as the Youth Investment Fund (NYIF), the 3 Million Technical Talents (3MTT) initiative, and the Skilled-Up Artisans Initiative (SUPA), have been specifically designed to empower Nigerian youths.
He encouraged them to collaborate with relevant ministries, including the Ministries of Information and National Orientation, Trade and Industry, Humanitarian Affairs, Youth, and Finance, as well as agencies like the Bank of Agriculture (BOA), Bank of Industries, and SMEDAN, to take full advantage of these opportunities.
Hon. Titi Gbadamosi, who led the delegation, affirmed the Forum’s commitment to advancing youth development across the continent by fostering dialogue, innovation, and collaboration.
She announced that a key event to further these goals is scheduled for the 1st and 2nd of October 2024 at the International Conference Center, Abuja. The event aims to catalyze the active participation of Nigerian youths in nation-building and economic empowerment.
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