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  I have always believed that investing in the capacity of young people is one of the surest ways to build a stronger and more prosperous society. Wherever I have found young people, I have consistently advocated for opportunities that will help them discover their potential, acquire relevant skills and become productive contributors to society. As we commemorate International Youth Day, I join young people and women across Kwara State, Nigeria in celebrating this important day. For us at the OBG Foundation, youth empowerment is not merely a slogan; it is a commitment we have continued to demonstrate through practical initiatives at the grassroots and in the digital space. Today, 105 young people drawn from the 16 Local Government Areas of Kwara State are currently undergoing the OBG Digital Training Programme, acquiring skills that can position them for opportunities in today’s increasingly digital economy. This is part of the long-term vision I have developed to ensure that young...

  Kwara North Senatorial aspirant and CEO of the HAM Foundation, Alhaji Abdulkadir Attahiru Adamu Manko, has joined young people across Kwara State and beyond to commemorate International Youth Day 2026. In a statement issued by his media team, Alhaji Manko described the occasion as an opportunity to reflect on the responsibilities of society towards the younger generation, stressing that genuine youth development must go beyond financial assistance to include proper guidance, mentorship and exposure. He noted that young people possess the energy, creativity and ideas required to drive meaningful progress, but require the right environment and support to translate their potential into tangible achievements. According to him, empowering youths without equipping them with the values, discipline and knowledge needed to navigate life may not produce the desired results. He therefore called for greater investment in mentorship, education, entrepreneurship, digital skills and leadership ...