Maryam Aminu
The Federal Government has inaugurated the Young Adolescent Technical Working Committee, a specialized body aimed at addressing the developmental and health needs of young people across the country.
Speaking at the inauguration ceremony in Abuja, the Honourable Minister of Youth Development, Comrade Ayodele Olawande, reaffirmed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment to youth health under the Renewed Hope Agenda.
He emphasized that the well-being of young people is crucial for them to fully benefit from various empowerment and development programs initiated by the administration.
“Health is not merely the absence of disease but a complete state of mental, physical, and social well-being. I am pleased that this committee will focus on critical issues such as mental health, substance abuse, HIV, HPV, and non-communicable diseases,” Olawande stated.
He urged committee members to implement their plans promptly, ensuring swift action on key initiatives.
In his remarks, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Olubunmi Olusanya, represented by the Director of General Services, Mr. Wale Joseph, encouraged the committee to intensify efforts in executing its mandate.
He highlighted the importance of a healthy youth population, describing the initiative as timely and essential for the nation’s future.
The committee is expected to drive policies and programs that will enhance health services for young adolescents, ensuring that their voices and well-being remain a priority in national development efforts.
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