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International Youth Day: Government Has No Excuses Not Impacting on Citizens
International Youth Day: Government Has No Excuses Not Impacting on Citizens
By: Michael Mike
Government have no excuses to make on why the life of the citizens are not being impacted as it remains accountable for policies that are not compatible to the needs of its people.
This was the main thrust at the celebration of the International Youth Day in Abuja on Monday.
This year celebrates the power and potential of young people, focusing on how government will be more committed to action and held accountable for the policies that are not compatible to the needs of citizens, and key discussions centered on gender equality, climate action, decent work, and employability.
Tagged, “From Awareness to Action: empowering youth in Nigeria for the SDGs,” stakeholders said more actions are needed since we are all aware of the problem youth are facing, which include bridging digital divides, boosting investments in education, critical thinking and information literacy, tackling the gender biases that often dominate the tech industry, and supporting young innovators in expanding digital solutions in bringing about changes we all yearning for and development.
The communication manager (NGYouthSDGs), Aliyu Yusuf speaking at the celebration, said the goal and objective of the organisation, the Nigeria Youth SDGs (NGYouthSDGs) registered as Network of Youth for Sustainable Initiative is a youth led civil society organisation advocating for meaningful youth engagement in policies and programmes for youth to lead and thrive.
He added that NGYouthSDGs focuses on education and capacity development, livelihoods and employment and civic participation for young people.
He noted that NGYouthSDGs began as an unregistered youth group in 2017 and got registered in 2021 to ensure that it can influence the process of Nigeria achieving sustainable development with the support of her young people”.
He further recognized the support of the following organisations: Oxfam in Nigeria, African Activists for Climate Justice, Global Initiative for Food Security and Ecosystem Preservation, International Labour Organisation. Amnesty International Nigeria, Aid for Rural Education Advancement Initiative, and Connected Development.
He said this are amazing organisations working to improve the lives of people, especially youth and women and involved in part of the efforts to demand a people-focused approach to attaining the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030.
Speaking at the event, the Programme Manager, Opeyemi Ogundeji said NGYouthSDGs has been mobilising efforts for meaningful youth engagement in policies and programmes for young people to lead and thrive.
She said: “We believe that young people have the power. They have the strength and they have the creative ideas to lead change. And one of the things that we do is that we afford this theory of change, that’s where young people have the knowledge and skills to drive systemic issues, right. They’ll be able to also influence their peers and also their stakeholders”.
Communications Officer, Oxfam in Nigeria, Maxwell Osarenkhoe said: “What Oxfam does is influencing policies that advocate for the rural people, for the poor and vulnerable in our communities, and also help to make better living by putting down legacy projects that focuses on food security and also improving livelihoods. We’ve been doing this for over the last four years, and under the last project, which is the work in progress, we’ve been actively engaging youths in SME development to improve their quality, to improve their standard, and also give them better skills that will help them compete in the 21st century market”.
The international Youth Day 2024 is an initiative that celebrates the qualities of young people and that recognises the challenges that today’s youth can face and also provide exemplary youth who are doing fine in their respective occupation which other youth can emulate.
International Youth Day: Government Has No Excuses Not Impacting on Citizens
UK Expresses Commitment to Restoration of Peace in Northeast
By: Michael Mike
The United Kingdom has expressed its commitment to the restoration of peace, stability and sustainable solutions to the troubled Northeast region which has been bedeviled by insurgency.
The British Deputy High Commissioner, Gill Atkinson made the commitment on Monday when she paid a courtesy call on Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum in Maiduguri.
Atkinson who commended Zulum for his commitment to fighting insurgency in Borno, said: “On behalf of the British Government, I recognise the effort of His Excellency, the Governor, in tackling insurgency and supporting the people of Borno State, particularly aiming to secure a prosperous future for the people displaced by insurgency.
“I want to reaffirm the UK’s commitment to supporting peace, stability and sustainable solutions, particularly through the ongoing regional stabilisation facility.”
Responding, the Secretary to Borno State Government who received the Deputy High Commissioner on behalf of Governor Zulum, expressed appreciation to the UK Government for their partnership and support.
He said,: “With the UK Government to start with, we have quite a number of very strong partnerships. His Excellency appreciates it, and he specifically instructed me to convey the special message of appreciation.”
The meeting was attended by the Commissioner for Environment, Engr Emet Kois, Education, Engr Lawan Abba Wakilbe, Work and Housing, Engr Mustapha Gubio, Transport and Energy, Aliyu Mohammed Bamanga and Inter-Governmental and Special Duties, Tukur Shani.
Others in attendance include Special Adviser on Security to the Governor, Abdullahi Ishaq, the Senior Technical Assistant, Political, to the Governor, Alhaji Tahiru Shettima, Permanent Secretary of political and cabinet, Danjuma Ali, and the Executive Secretary of Borno State Agency for Coordination of Sustainable Development and Humanitarian Response (BOACSDHR), Babakura Mamman Gadai.
UK Expresses Commitment to Restoration of Peace in Northeast
Troops Foil Bandit Attack in Dabai Town, Kebbi
By: Zagazola Makama
A swift response by the Nigerian troops in Kebbi has foiled a bandit attack on Dabai Town, forcing the assailants to flee after a gun battle with security operatives.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the attack occurred around 2 a.m. when suspected bandits attempted to invade the town.
“Security forces were immediately dispatched to intercept the assailants and engaged them in a fierce exchange of gunfire,” the source said. “Overwhelmed by superior firepower, the bandits abandoned their mission and escaped.”
While no casualties were reported, security operatives have intensified patrols in the area to prevent further attacks.
Troops Foil Bandit Attack in Dabai Town, Kebbi
U.S. Condemns Killing of Catholic Priest in Kaduna
By: Zagazola Makama
The United States Mission in Nigeria has condemned the brutal killing of Reverend Father Sylvester Okechukwu in Kaduna State, describing it as a senseless act of violence.
In a statement posted on its official X (formerly Twitter) account, the U.S. Mission expressed deep distress over the incident and extended condolences to the family, congregation, and community of the late cleric.
“We strongly condemn this horrific act of violence. Our thoughts are with them during this time of profound grief,” the statement read.
The mission also called on Nigerian authorities to ensure that those responsible are brought to justice.
Father Okechukwu’s killing has sparked outrage and renewed calls for enhanced security measures, especially in regions affected by banditry and violent attacks.
The Kaduna State Police Command has yet to issue an official statement on the incident, but security agencies are reportedly investigating the circumstances surrounding his death.
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