By Oriri Peter


A member of the Bola Ahmed Tinubu Presidential Campaign Council Amb. Abdul Usman Shuaibu has call on the President elect, Senator Bola Ahmed Tinubu to make Nigerian youth his number one priority in policy making and inclusivity in his government noting that the youths have been marginalized for a long time.


Amb. Abdul who writes from Nasarawa State noted that the Nigerian government has been grappling with the issue of youth inclusiveness in governance for a long time. Despite the fact that the country has a large population of young people, their voices and opinions have often been marginalized in government decision-making processes.

However, he was confident that the incoming government under the watch of His Excellency, Senator Bola Ahmed Tinubu, will give a facelift of the challenges faced by Nigerian youths.

One of the key ways that the Tinubu-led government can address the issue of youth inclusivity is by appointing more young people to key positions in government.

This would not only give young people a seat at the table, but it would also help to infuse new ideas and perspectives into government decision-making. In addition, young people should be given the opportunity to participate in decision-making processes through youth councils, forums, and other platforms that enable them to express their opinions and concerns.

Another important aspect of youth inclusivity in government is the need to address the issue of youth unemployment. According to the National Bureau of Statistics, Nigeria's youth unemployment rate stood at 42.5% in the second quarter of 2020. This is a worrying statistic that underscores the urgent need for government intervention to create more job opportunities for young people.

The Tinubu-led government should prioritize job creation for young people by investing in sectors such as agriculture, technology, and renewable energy, which have the potential to create a large number of jobs.

Furthermore, the government should also prioritize education and skills development for young people. This includes investing in vocational training programs, providing scholarships and grants for young people to pursue higher education, and promoting entrepreneurship among young people. By equipping young people with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in the workforce, the government can help to unlock their potential and contribute to the development of the country.

In addition to these measures, the Tinubu-led government should also prioritize the protection and promotion of the rights of young people. This includes addressing issues such as gender-based violence, child marriage, and discrimination against marginalized groups of youth. By promoting inclusivity and equality, the government can create a more just and equitable society that benefits all Nigerians, ranging from young and the old. 

Amb. Abdul concluded that, youth inclusivity should be a key priority for the incoming government under the watch of Bola Ahmed Tinubu. By appointing more young people to key positions in government, creating job opportunities, promoting education and skills development, and protecting the rights of young people, the government can create a more inclusive and prosperous society that benefits all Nigerians. With the right policies and initiatives, the Tinubu-led government can ensure that young people are not only included in decision-making processes, but are also given the tools they need to succeed and contribute to the development of the country.

Tinubu knows this already.

Not the likes of Macaroni oh.