The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, recently underscored the critical role of Nigerian youth, declaring that young people are not merely leaders of tomorrow, but active partners in building the nation today.
Representing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the closing ceremony of the 2026 National Youth Conference in Abuja, Hon. Abbas delivered the President’s official address, conveying deep confidence in the creativity, ambition, and determination of Nigerian youths.
During the event, the administration commended participants for their thoughtful contributions, courage, and willingness to engage constructively in shaping the country’s future. In a significant assurance to the delegates, it was announced that the conference’s recommendations would not simply gather dust on government shelves. Instead, they are slated for translation into a practical implementation framework featuring clear priorities, timelines, and measurable outcomes.
The government reaffirmed its commitment to expanding opportunities across several key sectors:
-Enhancing vocational training and academic frameworks to meet modern demands.
-Fostering digital and business ecosystems for young creators and startup founders.
-Lowering barriers to capital so young entrepreneurs can scale their ventures.
Hon. Abbas expressed particular encouragement regarding the President’s insistence that young people must not only have a seat at the table during decision-making processes but must also be actively involved in implementing and monitoring those decisions.
Emphasizing that Nigerian youth possess the necessary ideas, energy, and determination, the Speaker noted that the primary responsibility of leadership is to build an enabling environment where every young citizen has the opportunity to thrive and leave no one behind.
