 In a bid to enhance youth empowerment and business development, the Ministry of Youth Development has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Flutterwave, a leading payment technology company. The partnership is designed to equip young Nigerians with mentorship, business skills training, and economic opportunities, aligning with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
Speaking at the signing ceremony, Minister for Youth Development, Comrade Ayodele Olawande, reaffirmed the federal government’s commitment to equipping youths with the skills needed for economic self-sufficiency. “This collaboration is a major step toward creating sustainable opportunities for Nigerian youths. With Flutterwave’s expertise in digital innovation and entrepreneurship, we are making tangible progress in job creation and economic empowerment,” Olawande stated. The event, attended by the Ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Mr. Olubunmi Olusanya, also underscored the role of key agencies such as the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) and the Citizenship & Leadership Training Centre (CLTC) in driving the initiative. These agencies will play a pivotal role in delivering training, mentorship, and funding support to young entrepreneurs nationwide. Flutterwave’s Founder and CEO, Olugbenga Agboola, reiterated the company’s commitment to youth development, emphasizing that the partnership is designed to create a lasting economic impact. Source: THIS DAY
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