President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reiterated that the removal of fuel subsidy and other tough economic decisions taken by his administration are geared towards securing a better future for Nigerian youths.
The President made this known on Monday during the inauguration of the Planning Committee for the forthcoming National Youth Conference, held at the State House in Abuja.
Addressing the gathering, President Tinubu emphasized that young Nigerians remain central to the nation’s growth and development, stressing that every step his administration has taken so far is aimed at creating a more prosperous and sustainable future for them.
“I want to reassure you that you are the hope of this country, and everything hangs on you. Every decision that I have taken is about you. It’s about the future,” the President said.
“When we removed the fuel subsidy, it was because we wanted to protect your future. We have cleared the path for you to have a great future,” he added.
President Tinubu also spoke on the rising trend of young professionals migrating out of the country in search of better opportunities abroad, noting that addressing the root causes of such migration is critical.
“When you listen to most professionals leaving Nigeria, there’s a cause. If you grow prosperity back home and empower people, they will not bother leaving. They will stay home,” he said.
The National Youth Conference is expected to bring together stakeholders across sectors to deliberate on key issues affecting young Nigerians and chart a course toward inclusive development and empowerment.