In a fresh move to strengthen national unity and rebuild trust in governance, Minister of Youth Development Comrade Ayodele Olawande, Chairman of the Federal Civil Service Commission Prof. Tunji Olaopa, and CEO of Future Africa Iyinoluwa Aboyeji will on Monday engage Nigerian youths at a high-level conference in Abuja.
The event, organised by the Citizenship and Leadership Training Centre (CLTC) in collaboration with the United Nations Inter-Agency Group on Youth (UNIAGY) and the Nigeria Youth Futures Fund (NYFF), forms part of activities marking Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary.
Tagged, ‘Nigeria @ 65: Reviving Values and Volunteerism among the Youth,’ the scheduled discourse underscores a national call to rebuild civic values and promote volunteerism among young people.
According to the Head of CLTC’s Information Unit, Chinwe Nduka, the gathering is ‘a call for young Nigerians to embrace service, volunteerism, and civic responsibility as tools to rebuild trust, foster unity, and strengthen the nation’s social fabric.’
She said the initiative aims to promote active citizenship and inspire young Nigerians to see themselves as key drivers in restoring confidence between citizens and government.
The one-day event will also feature an impressive line up of speakers, including Samson Itodo, Executive Director of YIAGA Africa; Rotimi Olawale, Executive Director of Youth Hub Africa; Elisabeth Agbiti-Douglas, Director of NYFF; Mrs. Abiodun Essiet, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Community Engagement (North Central); Hon. Mohammed Abba Isa, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Special Needs and Equal Opportunities; Dr. Titilope Gbadamosi, Special Assistant to the President on Youth Initiatives; Surayyah Ahmad, Founding Partner of Sabou Capital; Aishat Dahiru, Youth Focal Point of IOM Nigeria; Rafiat Atanda, Communications Specialist at UNODC; and Rex Stephen Ojochegbe, a student of Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University.
Supported by the Federal Ministry of Youth Development and the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), the conference reaffirms the government’s commitment to youth empowerment and national cohesion. Aspitah Global Resources serves as the implementation partner.
The highlight of the event will be the grand finale of the Youth Leadership Debate, an NYFF initiative that provides a platform for young Nigerians to articulate their vision for a united, accountable, and progressive nation.
Participants are expected from universities, youth organisations, and community-based groups nationwide, with virtual participation options provided to ensure broad inclusivity.