President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reiterated his campaign promise to generate one million new jobs for youths in the digital economy for their upliftment and national economic development in general.
Tinubu made the reiteration on Saturday in his message on the occasion of the 2023 International Youth Day (IYD) through a statement by his spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale.
In it, he also charged the youths to be zealous in promoting causes capable of engendering the country’s unity.
In tandem with the theme of this year’s event, “Green Skills for Youth: Towards a Sustainable World,” the president implored young Nigerians to spearhead efforts aimed at achieving the highest quality of sustainable development, which will shape the future of our planet in conformity with his agenda of expanding green job opportunities and advocating for renewable energy solutions as an integral part of Nigeria’s current and future energy mix.”
He assured the younger generation that his administration would consistently engage with and listen to them, with a view to implementing their “important and forward-looking feedback.”
