AU-ECOSOC Supports Nigerian Youth in Governance Summit

The Nigerian Representative at the African Union Economic, Social and Cultural Council Dr. Tunji Asaolu has declared his support for the upcoming Nigerian Youth in Governance Summit slated to hold in November, 2022.

In a meeting held at the AU-ECOSOCC Office in Abuja today 11th October, 2022 with the Organizing Committee of the Summit led by the Chairman Mr Nesimone Omamuyowvi and the Speaker of the Nigerian Youth Parliament Rt. Hon. Dr. Azeezat Yishawu.

The summit committee which was inaugurated by the Clerk of the National Assembly on the 15th September, 2022 was at the AU-ECOSOCC office as part of their engagement with the various stakeholders towards the success of the summit.

Speaking on the objective of the summit the lead consultant Mr. Goodnews Ehiabhi explained that the summit with the theme ‘Unlocking the youth for Intergenerational Solidarity and Sustainable Development.’ is more than just another youth-centred gathering, it will create a unique opportunity for redefining and remodelling the approach to achieving national cohesion and development through intergenerational solidarity and collaboration. It also seeks to reposition the Experience -Enthusiasm nexus for greater effectiveness in nation building.

He said the “GOVERN” objectives of the summit are;
G - Galvanise multisectoral and multi-ethnic support and commitment to increased youth inclusion in high-level governance
O - Optimise the innovative potentials and capabilities of young people for institutional strengthening within the public, private and informal sectors
V - Validate the relevance of young people in assuring political stability and economic sustainability through deliberate, goal-oriented mentorship
E - Expand the reach and scope of new and existing socioeconomic intervention Programmes and activities with focus on leveraging and maximising youth-centric opportunities for greater effectiveness
R - Reaffirm the imperative of national building by incentivising and rewarding youth programs with direct impact on social reform and system development
N - Nurture a new and emerging generation of political and economic leaders through significant multidimensional investments in social change programs

In his response the AU-ECOSOCC Rep Dr. Asaolu applauded the National Assembly for providing mentorship platforms for the youth, he urged the youth to take the precious advantage to work for peace, good governance and development of their country at all levels. He said despite his numerous engagements, he would always create time to attend to issues relating to youth and development.

While declaring his support for the summit, He also urged the young people to key into the Agenda 2063 of the African Union to strengthen the nation and the continent. He assured them of the support of the African Youth international Development Foundation AFYIDEF. A youth organization with Affiliation to the African Civil Society Forum.

The youths of Nigeria has been docile for too long.

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