First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has urged young Nigerians to remain focused and hardworking while leveraging education, innovation, entrepreneurship and active citizenship to achieve their aspirations and contribute to national development.
Senator Tinubu made the call in her message to commemorate International Youth Day 2026, observed globally on Wednesday, August 12, under the theme, “Different Contexts, Common Aspirations.”
She noted that although young people come from diverse backgrounds and face varying challenges, they share common aspirations, including access to quality education, meaningful employment, equal opportunities and a sustainable future.
“Although young people come from diverse backgrounds and face different circumstances, they share common aspirations for quality education, meaningful employment, equal opportunities, and a more sustainable future,” she said.
The First Lady encouraged Nigerian youths to remain committed to personal development and take advantage of available opportunities to pursue their dreams and maximise their potential.
“I encourage our youth to remain focused and hardworking. Use education, innovation, entrepreneurship, and active citizenship to pursue your dreams, fulfil your potential, and help build a more peaceful and prosperous Nigeria,” she said.
Senator Tinubu also called on governments, institutions, private organisations and other stakeholders to strengthen efforts toward creating an enabling environment where young people can thrive and contribute meaningfully to society.
“As we commemorate this day, let us renew our commitment to supporting and empowering young people by creating opportunities for them to realize their full potential and contribute meaningfully to society,” she added.
She concluded her message by wishing young people across Nigeria and around the world a happy International Youth Day 2026.
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