President Tinubu
A group known as the Concerned North East Youths Coalition, has urged for constructive engagement instead of protests in resolving challenges facing the nation.
In a statement signed by its Chairman, Aliyu Mohammed in Maiduguri on Tuesday, the group urged for understanding and support to government at all levels in tackling the challenges facing the nation.
“As young leaders from the North East and influential figures in the social media sphere, our primary objective is to promote peace and stability in our nation and states.
“We sincerely acknowledge the unwavering efforts of the Federal Government, led by President Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima, in addressing the challenges facing the nation.
“We also extend our gratitude to the North East Governors Forum, under the leadership of Governor Babagana Umara Zulum of Borno State, for their steadfast commitment to restoring peace and promoting development in the region.”
The state also expressed appreciation to the North East Development Commission for its work in advancing the development of the region and its presence in nearly all communities.
The statement emphasized the significance of constructive engagement and advocated for dialogue instead of protests in the pursuit of rights.
“Our proposed initiative involves collaborating with governmental and private sectors to implement youth training programs in agriculture and digital skills, aiming to promote self-reliance and economic stability among the youth.
“Furthermore, we intend to leverage our influential social media platform, reaching over 2 million followers, to advocate for peace and urge youth to acquire skills aligned with economic realities.
“We urge the Federal Government to prioritize the development of critical infrastructure, including the Mabila Hydropower Station, major economic roads, and the Port Harcourt Maiduguri rail line.
“Additionally, we call for the allocation of resources to address security challenges in the region, particularly in the realms of social and humanitarian services.
It also urged governors in the region to be more committed to youth employment, engagement, and empowerment to prevent idleness and foster development.
It encouraged youth to distance themselves from negative influences and individuals seeking unwarranted power and instead prioritize their studies and the acquisition of relevant skills to make more productive.
“We firmly believe that, united, we can drive positive change and secure a brighter future for the North,” Mohammed said.
