Remi Tinubu urges youths to stay focused, work hard

First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has called on Nigerian youth to maintain focus and diligence, advocating for a strengthened national commitment to empowering them to achieve their full capabilities. Her message, delivered on Wednesday to mark International Youth Day, underscored the theme 'Different Contexts, Common Aspirations.'

Tinubu encouraged young Nigerians to leverage education, innovation, entrepreneurship, and active citizenship to pursue their dreams. "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 stated.

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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 urged stakeholders across the nation to foster an environment that provides young people with meaningful opportunities to contribute to societal progress. "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," Tinubu added.

International Youth Day, observed annually on August 12, is recognized by the United Nations to acknowledge the vital role of young people in socio-economic development and to draw attention to the challenges and aspirations they face globally. The First Lady's message aligns with these global objectives, emphasizing the universal desire for quality education, stable employment, equitable opportunities, and a sustainable future among the world's youth.

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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.