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Edo dep gov urges youths to shun vices, embrace right values

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  • Edo State Deputy Governor Dennis Idahosa urged youths to shun vices like cultism, kidnapping, and drug abuse, advocating for positive engagement in education and entrepreneurship.
  • He emphasized that young people are the present and future, and their decisions will shape the state's tomorrow.
  • Idahosa reiterated the administration's commitment to creating opportunities for youth empowerment and economic development in Edo State.

Edo State Deputy Governor Dennis Idahosa implored young people to reject social vices and embrace positive role models, stressing that such choices are crucial for their meaningful contributions to society. Idahosa delivered his message on Sunday at the Youth Harvest and Thanksgiving service of St. Paul Catholic Church in Benin City.

"To our dear youths, you are not only the future of the Church and our society, you are the present," Idahosa stated. "The decisions you make today will determine the tomorrow you inherit." He specifically urged them to shun cultism, kidnapping, drug abuse, internet fraud, and violence, activities he believes undermine their potential. Instead, he encouraged a focus on education, vocational skills, entrepreneurship, and innovation.

To our dear youths, you are not only the future of the Church and our society, you are the present. The decisions you make today will determine the tomorrow you inherit.

— Dennis IdahosaUrging young people to make responsible choices for their future.

Accompanied by prominent politicians, including members of the House of Representatives and serving commissioners, Idahosa highlighted the administration of Governor Monday Okpebholo's commitment to fostering a conducive environment for human and economic development. He assured attendees that the state government is dedicated to creating opportunities that empower young people through skills development, entrepreneurship, and a business-friendly climate.

"Our vision is clear: to raise a generation of Edo youths who are job creators rather than job seekers, innovators rather than imitators, and responsible leaders who will drive the progress of our dear state and our nation," Idahosa added. Rev. Fr. Godwin Obe, in his homily, called for compassion from leaders, drawing parallels to Jesus Christ's feeding of the 5,000.

Our vision is clear: to raise a generation of Edo youths who are job creators rather than job seekers, innovators rather than imitators, and responsible leaders who will drive the progress of our dear state and our nation.

— Dennis IdahosaOutlining the administration's goals for youth development.
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