Buhari news on nigerian youth

Here are some recent news articles and updates on President Muhammadu Buhari's initiatives and policies affecting Nigerian youth:

  1. Youth Employment and Empowerment Scheme (YEES): In 2020, President Buhari launched the YEES, a program aimed at creating jobs and empowering Nigerian youth through skills acquisition and entrepreneurship. The scheme has so far trained over 1 million youths. [Source: Vanguard News]
  2. N-Power Program: The N-Power program, another initiative of the Buhari administration, has been extended to 500,000 beneficiaries. The program provides financial support to young graduates and non-graduates to enable them to start their own businesses or work as volunteers. [Source: Premium Times]
  3. National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN): In 2020, President Buhari inaugurated the NYCN, a body responsible for promoting the welfare and interests of Nigerian youth. The council has been tasked with addressing issues such as unemployment, poverty, and social vices affecting young people. [Source: Leadership Newspaper]
  4. Youth Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program (YEIP): The YEIP is a program aimed at promoting entrepreneurship and innovation among Nigerian youth. The program provides funding, mentorship, and training to young entrepreneurs and innovators. [Source: This Day Live]
  5. Nigerian Youth Investment Fund (NYIF): In 2020, President Buhari launched the NYIF, a fund aimed at providing financial support to young entrepreneurs and small business owners. The fund has a total allocation of N75 billion. [Source: The Nation Newspaper]
  6. Youth Development and Empowerment Program (YDEP): The YDEP is a program aimed at promoting the development and empowerment of Nigerian youth. The program provides training, mentorship, and financial support to young people. [Source: Daily Trust]
  7. Nigerian Youth and Sports Development Ministry: In 2020, President Buhari approved the creation of a new ministry, the Nigerian Youth and Sports Development Ministry, to focus on the development and empowerment of Nigerian youth. [Source: Punch Newspaper]

These are just a few examples of the initiatives and policies implemented by the Buhari administration to address the challenges faced by Nigerian youth. While there are still many challenges to be addressed, these efforts aim to promote the development and empowerment of young people in Nigeria.