Nigerian Youths Congress Ekiti State Chapter Not Rich But Will Impact Lives, Says Adedara Temitope.

Nigerian Youths Congress Ekiti State Chapter Not Rich But Will Impact Lives, Says Adedara Temitope.

By Olamide Akinwumi. 

The Nigerian Youths Congress (NYC), Ekiti State chapter, has reaffirmed its commitment to youth empowerment and societal development despite limited resources. The organization made this known during its annual Colloquium and Heroes Awards held in Ado-Ekiti, where financial grants and skill acquisition opportunities were provided to youths across the state.

Over 100 young entrepreneurs and innovators, including four Vulnerable beneficiaries, benefited from the initiative, with startup grants of ₦50,000 awarded to many, while selected individuals received as much as ₦200,000 to scale their business ventures. These efforts, the organization noted, are aimed at complementing the state government’s drive to create opportunities for young people.

Speaking at the event, the Chairman of NYC Ekiti State chapter, Aare Adedara Temitope, highlighted the importance of youth-led initiatives in addressing societal challenges. “The government cannot do it alone. As a youth body, it is our responsibility to support our peers and make life easier for young people in Ekiti State. This is not about showcasing ourselves but about creating a standard for productive youth who can contribute meaningfully to the development of the state and the nation at large.”

The Chairman of NYC Ekiti State Chapter, Aare Adedara Temitope.

The organization has also made significant strides in skill development. During the last International Youth Day celebration, over 300 youths were trained in areas such as ICT, fashion design, and agriculture, under the guidance of seasoned professionals.

Aare Adedara Temitope disclosed that 2024 has been a transformative year for the NYC Ekiti State chapter, with five impactful programs successfully organized. These include a leadership summit, Pad A Girl Volume 1 and 2, the International Youth Day training program, and the recently concluded Colloquium and Heroes Awards. Each program featured grant distribution to Ekiti youths as a way of empowering them to pursue their goals.

“The NYC Ekiti State chapter operates within its limited resources, but we are determined to keep making a difference,” Adedara added. “Our focus is to provide relevant orientation, build strong ideologies, and create opportunities for the youth to excel in their chosen fields.”

He further urged the beneficiaries to remain focused and determined in their endeavors, stressing that hard work and dedication are vital to achieving success.

The Colloquium and Heroes Awards have been widely praised as a timely intervention aimed at reducing unemployment and fostering innovation among young people in Ekiti State. Stakeholders have been called upon to invest more in youth-oriented initiatives to maximize the potential of Ekiti's vibrant population.

Adedara assured that the NYC Ekiti State chapter would continue to implement impactful programs that build a prosperous future for youths and the state as a whole.