Just In : President Tinubu set to give 1m Digital Economy Jobs For Nigerian youths
President Bola Tinubu on the occasion of the 2023 International Youth Day (IYD) has reaffirmed the commitment of his administration to creating meaningful opportunities for Nigerian youths.
From job creation, education and skills development to digital innovation, financial technology and youth participation in governance, President Tinubu in a statement by his spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale, emphasised that youth empowerment is a fundamental pillar of all reform actions being implemented across sectors in order to create an environment where Nigerian youths can thrive and contribute to the growth and development of the nation.
The president acknowledged the growing interest and impact of many young Nigerians in technology-related fields the world over and vowed to honour his campaign commitment of generating one million new jobs in the digital economy for their upliftment and national economic development more broadly.
He expressed belief in the principle, “to whom much is given, much is expected,” saying he remained undeterred in his focus on delivery.
As agents of change, President Tinubu urged the youth to champion national progress, unity and collective prosperity for all citizens of our beloved country.