The Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC Youth Committee has called for inclusion of young persons in governance as a remedy for closing unemployment gaps in the country.

The committee Chairperson, Victor Ekpo made the call at an event to commemorate the 2019 International Youth Day, in partnership with ActionAid Nigeria, with the theme, ‘Promote Youth Employment: Ensure Economic Independence for the Young’ in Abuja.

According to Ekpo, inclusion of the youth not only in employment, but in political, social and other spheres of life is a recipe for sustainable peace and national development. He called on affiliate unions to prioritise youth inclusiveness to further strengthen the union’s struggle.

NLC Women and Youth Congress, Rita Goyit

The NLC Women and Youth Congress, Rita Goyit supported activities to mainstream youth inclusiveness in its  policies and programmes, urging participants to brainstorm, follow up for implementation of all policies.

Earlier, the NLC President, Ayuba Wabba expressed worry about widening inequality and unemployment gaps amongst young persons. He said Nigeria must recognise the potential of its young persons, saying this ought to be explored for the betterment of the nation.

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