The Nigerian Youth Congress, NYC, has congratulated Nigerians as the country clocks its 61st independence, urging the Federal Government to dwell more on youth-related programs and policies. "This day is a special day for Nigeria and Nigerians. We congratulate ourselves and President Muhammadu Buhari GCFR for his one Nigeria pursuit, which has brought us thus far".

The President, Nigerian Youth Congress, NYC, Blessing Akinlosotu who made this known in a press release signed by his Special Assistant on media relations, Emmanuel Daudu, noted that the federal government should look inward and fashion out the best measures to curb unemployment.

"I urge the federal government to route around the youths with programs and policies that would give the youth a sense of belonging. The youths should be engaged in politics, should be given opportunities to handle political offices in all levels of government, and be involved in the three tiers of government. If the government can look into this and adhere to these yearnings, I think Nigeria would be a better place", Akinlosotu said.

Reacting to insecurity, he lauded President Muhammadu Buhari for his resilience in fighting insecurity stressing that the best way to fight the menace is by providing the youth an enabling environment that would make them see no benefit in hurting their own country.

However, Akinlosotu advised the youths to continue believing in the country stating that better days are just ahead.

Happy Independence Celebration!