
Ayodele Olawande
@ayowisdom_
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Minister for Youth Development, Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Abuja, Nigeria
Joined February 2016
This morning, in keeping to my commitment yesterday, I had the privilege of delivering the Opening Remarks at the Africa Youth Health Summit (AYHS) 2025, hosted at the United Nations House, Abuja. I reminded delegates that Africa’s greatest asset is its young people, our health,
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I received international delegates and representatives from IFMSA, IPSF, Africa CDC, AU, UN Nigeria, WHO, and other partners on a pre-summit courtesy visit to the Ministry of Youth Development, ahead of the Africa Youth Health Summit. Nigeria is proud to host tomorrow’s summit,
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Finally, I received the Cultural Counselor of the Chinese Embassy in Nigeria, Mr. Yang Jeanxing. Our conversation bordered on strengthening Nigeria–China bilateral relations in youth development and cultural exchange, with a shared commitment to expanding opportunities and
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Shortly after, I hosted the National Executives, Ex-Officio members, and stakeholders of the Scout Association of Nigeria. Their request for greater synergy with the Ministry is timely and welcomed, and I assured them of our readiness to partner in advancing youth leadership,
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This was followed by a strategic discussion with a team from the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS). Our engagement was centered around youth development policies, strategies, and initiatives with legislative frameworks that will deliver lasting
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I began the day with a productive meeting with the new Director-General of the Citizenship and Leadership Training Center, Dr. @RinsolaAbiola, where we explored ways to deepen interface between the Ministry of Youth Development and the Center in shaping responsible, value-driven
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An opportunity to become a certified Data Protection Officer! The Federal Ministry of Youth Development, in partnership with the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) and Globe Takers, is training 5,000 youth in the pilot phase of the Youth Data Privacy and Awareness
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On July 9th, 2025, after my engagement with Gitex Global in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, I announced that from 1st – 4th September, 2025, Gitex would host a landmark event to spotlight the creativity and potential of young Nigerians. At this event, promising startups from across
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🤔 Are you part of the Movement? Interested in a career in data privacy and cybersecurity? 🧑💻👩💻 The Federal Ministry of Youth Development, in partnership with the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) and Globe Takers, is training 5,000 youth in the pilot phase of the Youth
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An opportunity to celebrate a political icon shouldn't be taken for granted. I join millions of Nigerians and the world to celebrate our indefatigable leader, the Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator @KashimSM GCON. Your dedication to Nigeria's growth and
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Abdulraheem Will Get Justice My attention has been drawn to the deeply troubling news involving the tragic death of Engr. Abdulraheem Mustapha Abubakar, a young graduate of Ahmadu Bello University Zaria, and a postgraduate student at the Nigerian Defence Academy, Kaduna. This
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Today, I received in audience organizations working in health and humanitarian sectors, as well as youth-led associations who desire collaborations to enhance their capacity to better serve their beneficiaries and members, many of whom are youth. Our shared ideals were reflected
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Today, I had the distinct privilege of representing His Excellency, President @officialABAT, GCFR, at the Strategic Youth Leadership Conference jointly organised by the Federal Ministry of Youth Development and the National Defence College in Abuja. The event, attended by
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Nigeria explores partnership with @SuperteamNG to drive crypto education and adoption 🇳🇬 https://t.co/5W7fwFTjWC
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Superteam Nigeria meets Youth Ministry to explore blockchain partnership focused on skills, remote work, and youth earnings.
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Today, I received a high-level delegation from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in my office for a strategic meeting aimed at strengthening collaboration and reviewing ongoing development initiatives in Nigeria’s agriculture and food sectors.
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As a follow-up to my engagements during my last official visit to the United Arab Emirates, I had the distinct honour of receiving the Nigerian team of Solana Superteam to finalise discussions on some of our shared commitments, particularly those bothering on skill development,
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I just signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding with the Securities and Exchange Commission (@SECNigeria) to open the doors of the capital market to Nigerian youth. For too long, many young people saw the capital market as something distant, meant only for the rich. But
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It was another remarkable day as I launched the Circular Economy Youth Empowerment Initiative for Climate Action (CEYEI), an initiative birthed by the Federal Ministry of Youth Development in partnership with SAMU and the Recyclers Association of Nigeria to train young people on
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Progress Report on the various initiatives of the Ministry of Youth Development. 👇
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The countdown continues! We are just 2 days away from the launch of Circular Economy Youth Empowerment Initiative for climate action. Make sure you're prepared to attend. Date: August 19, 2025 Time: 9:00 AM Venue: Transcorp Hilton Hotel See you there! #WastetoWealth
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