Governor Umar Namadi of Jigawa state has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to addressing the challenges faced by the youth across the state.
In a statement to Radio Nigeria, the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Hamisu Mohammed Gumel, said that Namadi made this remark while speaking at the All Progressives Congress (APC) flag-off campaign rally for the forthcoming local government elections in Hadejia.
It says that Governor Namadi highlighted a series of initiatives aimed at empowering young people and providing them with the tools they need for growth and success.
According to the statement, Namadi emphasized the importance of youth in the state development and outlined various programs, his government implemented to support them.
It also notes that the programs include job training programs, expanded access to education, support for entrepreneurship, and active youth engagement in agriculture.
Malam Umar Namadi said that his administration is aware of the challenges facing young people, from unemployment to lack of opportunities, and is taking steps to address the issues.
“As we have promised in our electioneering campaign, we are fully aware of the challenges that our youth face, and we are working tirelessly to address them. We will continue to listen to your concerns, double our efforts, and work hand in hand with you to create a better future for all”
He also emphasized the critical role of agriculture in providing employment opportunities for young people in the state.
“With our renewed focus on agriculture, we are confident that it will become a reliable source of employment for the youth in Jigawa,” he said.
The Governor prayed for peaceful conduct in the upcoming local government elections and urged the people of the state to rally around the party and its candidates to ensure the successful implementation of his administration’s people-oriented programs.
In his address, the state Commissioner for Local Governments, Alhaji Ahmed Garba MK, reiterated the APC’s dedication to Jigawa’s development.
He called on the electorate to support the party’s candidates for continued social and economic advancement.
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