By: Femi Mustapha
Kaduna State Commissioner for the Ministry of Youth Development,Gloria Ibrahim, has emphasized the vital role of the Demographic Dividend Roadmap in promoting youth development and empowering young people in the state.
This roadmap, created by the youth of Kaduna State, aligns with Governor Uba Sani’s Renewed Hope Agenda and the ministry’s mission to enhance youth development.
The Commissioner made these comments during a two-day technical session focused on developing advocacy strategies and tools for implementing the Kaduna State Demographic Dividend Roadmap.
This initiative is supported by the Lafiya Project, which is sponsored by the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO).
Commissioner Ibrahim highlighted the importance of data-driven development, referencing Governor Sani’s commitment to gathering accurate data to inform effective planning and decision-making.
She announced that the Ministry of Youth Development is collaborating with the Bureau of Statistics to establish a comprehensive youth data system for Kaduna State.
Furthermore, she emphasized the importance of inclusivity, particularly for youths with disabilities, and highlighted the need to collect data on this group to ensure effective development and empowerment.
She expressed gratitude for the partnerships with LAFIYA, USAID, UKAID, and other organizations, assuring that the ministry will prioritize implementing the Demographic Dividend Roadmap for the benefit of all citizens and youth in the state.
The Commissioner described the strategic documents produced from the sessions as both practical and impressive, stating that the ministry plans to implement them effectively to benefit the people of Kaduna State.
She reaffirmed her commitment to unlocking the potential of Kaduna’s youth through the Demographic Dividend Roadmap.
