Adeleke Encourages Youth With Optimistic Outlook For The Future

Adeleke Encourages Youth With Optimistic Outlook For The Future

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has urged youths nationwide to embrace paths leading to prosperity to secure a brighter future for Nigeria. Emphasizing the pivotal role of youth in shaping society’s future, he called for readiness to confront present challenges in order to pave the way for a better tomorrow…….. CONTINUE READING

Speaking at the inauguration of the Youth Project Spark capacity enhancement program organized by the School of Politics, Policy and Governance (SPPG) in Osogbo, Adeleke underscored the importance of meaningful empowerment for youth as essential groundwork for future sustainability.

Represented by Bayo Ogungbangbe, Commissioner for Commerce and Cooperative and Empowerment, Adeleke stated, “The youth are the future of every society. Equip yourselves adequately to ensure a prosperous future and a nation filled with abundant opportunities for all.”

Highlighting the significance of the capacity-building initiative, he encouraged Osun State’s youth to seize the training opportunities to enhance their skills, foster innovation, and maintain resilience. He expressed confidence in the potential of Osun’s youth to contribute actively towards building a prosperous state.

Earlier in her address, Olufunmi Olaosun, project lead at SPPG, outlined the program’s objective to equip youth with skills necessary for personal and professional development. She emphasized the goal of preparing participants to secure employment, start businesses, and potentially receive grants.

In addition, Hon. Adewumi Adeyemi, Chairman of the Osun House of Assembly Committee on Information and Communication Technology, urged the federal government to urgently update the national academic curriculum to align with current realities. He emphasized that education should not solely focus on certificates but should also equip students with practical skills for employment.

The event showcased a concerted effort towards empowering youth with tools for a productive future, underscoring optimism and proactive engagement in shaping Osun State’s development trajectory.