The President, National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Amb. Sukubo Sara-Igbe Sukubo has announced the allocation of 5 million naira palliative as part of his commitment to fostering youth development in the coming year.
In a New year message release by his Media office, the NYCN president said that the intervention is focused on easing economic burden.
The NYCN President disclosed that the N5 million will be shared to its leaders and members as palliative. He said that the funds will support programs aimed at enhancing the skills, knowledge, and opportunities available to young people across the nation.
According to Sukubo, “A substantial portion of the allocated funds will be directed towards State Chairmen, Zonal leadership, National Executive Council and past leaders of NYCN as new year empowerment”.
The NYCN President assured that the Council under his leadership will be actively collaborating with government agencies, private enterprises, and NGOs to create a supportive ecosystem for youth-led initiatives.
He said that through the partnerships, it aims to amplify the impact of its programs and provide increased opportunities for the youth to thrive.
The Council recognized the importance of fostering unity and inclusivity among the diverse youth population of Nigeria.
He said,”In light of this, NYCN will be organizing nationwide events and forums to facilitate dialogue, celebrate cultural diversity, and address pressing issues affecting young people and Nigeria in general.
“As advocates for positive change, NYCN will continue to engage with policymakers, pushing for policies that prioritize the needs and aspirations of the youth. Our goal is to ensure that the voices of young Nigerians are heard and that they actively participate in shaping the future of our great nation”, he said.
