Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande. Photo: Olawande on X
The Federal Government has equipped 239,726 Nigerian youths with digital, employability and practical skills through the Nigerian Youth Academy, the Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, has said.
Olawande disclosed this on Wednesday, in Abuja while speaking at the commemoration of the 2026 International Youth Day, themed, “Different Contexts, Common Aspirations.”
He said the initiative was part of the government’s efforts to equip young Nigerians with relevant skills, expand access to economic opportunities and create pathways to employment, entrepreneurship and sustainable livelihoods.
“Through NiYA, we are equipping our young people with the practical skills they need to navigate the changing world of work and take advantage of emerging opportunities,” the minister said.
