President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has launched the Nigerian Youth Academy (NiYA) to tackle the country’s growing unemployment rate.
Tinubu, represented by Vice-President Kashim Shettima, said the
initiative reaffirms his administration’s commitment to equipping Nigerian
youths with the skills needed to compete globally.
He noted that the academy would train millions of young
Nigerians over the next two years, helping them build the knowledge and skills
necessary for international success.
“Through world-class training in digital literacy, technical
skills, entrepreneurship, and the creative industries, we will ensure that our
youth are equipped to compete on the global stage,” Tinubu said.
“Initiatives like the Youth Investment Fund and the
Presidential Initiative for Youth Enterprise Clusters will provide financial
support, mentorship, and resources to young entrepreneurs, while the
establishment of a National Youth Development Bank will ensure access to the
capital needed to turn ideas into thriving businesses.
“We are investing in our youth because they are the future
of this nation. NiYA represents a real opportunity to change the narrative of
youth unemployment and learning poverty in our country.”
Ayodele Olawande, the minister for youth development, who
urged youths to take full advantage of the opportunities the academy offers,
noted that the initiative will bridge the skills gap in Nigeria’s job market.
“NiYA represents President Tinubu’s commitment to building a
better future for Nigerian youths,” Olawande said.
“This is a platform where they can acquire skills, create
businesses, and improve their lives and the lives of their families.”
The programme, which offers training in education and skills
development, economic empowerment, and leadership, aims to create pathways for
Nigerian youths to engage in the global economy.
The launch also featured a presentation of N1 million
start-up packages to six beneficiaries from each geopolitical zone.
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