Port Harcourt: The National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) has announced the inauguration of its newly elected executives, who will lead the organization for the next four years in the states of Rivers, Akwa-Ibom, Osun, Kano, and Kaduna. The inauguration took place in Port Harcourt, and the council’s president, Mr. Sokubo Sara-Igbe, emphasized the importance of transparency, accountability, and inclusivity among the new leaders.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, Sara-Igbe highlighted that the election and inauguration were organized to foster peace, cohesion, and youth development within the member states. He urged the new executives to utilize their experience to benefit the youth through innovative programs. Emphasizing the non-political nature of NYCN, Sara-Igbe encouraged collaboration with government bodies and private sector entities to develop impactful youth empowerment initiatives.
Sara-Igbe further stressed that the NYCN should not be used for political endorsements or activities against the council’s constitution, warning that such actions could lead to termination. He reaffirmed the council’s commitment to supporting government efforts at all levels to protect the interests of Nigerian youth and promote their inclusion in governance, ultimately aiming to foster peace and reduce restiveness.
The newly inaugurated executives are Ambrose Okpo (Rivers), Akinbode Oluwasegun (Osun), Muhammed Sule (Kano), Umar Abubakar (Kaduna), and Uduak Reuben (Akwa Ibom).