Celebrating the 2023 International Youth Day (IYD), President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed the commitment of his administration to create meaningful opportunities for Nigerian youths.

President Tinubu in a statement by his spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale, emphasized that youth empowerment is a fundamental pillar of all reform actions being implemented across sectors to create an environment where Nigerian youths can thrive and contribute to the growth and development of the nation. From job creation, education, and skills development to digital innovation, financial technology, and youth participation in governance.

The president acknowledged the growing interest and impact of many young Nigerians in technology-related fields the world over and vowed to honour his campaign commitment of generating one million new jobs in the digital economy for their upliftment and national economic development more broadly. He expressed belief in the principle, “to whom much is given, much is expected,” saying he remained undeterred in his focus on delivery.

As agents of change, President Tinubu urged the youth to champion national progress, unity, and collective prosperity for all citizens of our beloved country.