…Says young people must remain focused, hardworking
…Seeks more opportunities to unlock youths’ potential
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has urged Nigerian youths to harness education, innovation and entrepreneurship in pursuing their aspirations and contributing to the building of a peaceful and prosperous nation. NigerianEconomic Updates
Mrs Tinubu, in her message commemorating the 2026 International Youth Day on Wednesday, also charged young Nigerians to embrace active citizenship and remain focused and hardworking in the pursuit of their dreams.
International Youth Day is observed annually on August 12 to draw attention to issues affecting young people and promote their participation in society.
Reflecting on this year’s theme, “Different Contexts, Common Aspirations”, the First Lady said that despite differences in backgrounds and circumstances, young people across the world are united by similar aspirations for a better future.
“Although young people come from diverse backgrounds and face different circumstances, they share common aspirations for quality education, meaningful employment, equal opportunities, and a more sustainable future”, she said.
Mrs Tinubu encouraged Nigerian youths not to allow prevailing circumstances to deter them from pursuing their ambitions, stressing the importance of hard work and productive engagement.
“I encourage our youth to remain focused and hardworking. Use education, innovation, entrepreneurship, and active citizenship to pursue your dreams, fulfil your potential, and help build a more peaceful and prosperous Nigeria”, she said.
The First Lady also called for renewed commitment by government, institutions and other stakeholders to creating an enabling environment in which young people could thrive and make meaningful contributions to national development.
“As we commemorate this day, let us renew our commitment to supporting and empowering young people by creating opportunities for them to realise their full potential and contribute meaningfully to society”, she said.
Mrs Tinubu wished young Nigerians and their counterparts across the world a happy International Youth Day
