In a recent interview, Aarebirin Honorable Dr Princess Folashade Olabanji-Oba, the National Chairman of the Association of Local Government Vice-chairmen of Nigeria (ALGOVC), delivered a passionate plea for a shift in focus towards youth entrepreneurship amidst the backdrop of escalating unemployment rates.
Folashade-oba’s remarks were particularly poignant as she addressed the pressing issue of joblessness, especially prevalent among graduates within her constituency of Ikorodu.
She stressed the urgent need for a fundamental transformation in the education system, advocating for a curriculum that prioritizes entrepreneurial skills and self-reliance.
Expressing her dismay at the sight of educated youths idling away in search of employment opportunities, Folashade-Oba emphasized that education should catalyze empowering individuals to become job creators rather than mere job seekers.
Central to her ‘Grow Ikorodu, The Peoples Project Agenda’ is a comprehensive strategy to augment educational avenues for young people while simultaneously instilling an entrepreneurial ethos.
she explained the pivotal role of fostering intellectualyadept individuals capable of contributing to economic growth through innovation and enterprise.
Folashade-Oba’s advocacy mirrors wider efforts to combat unemployment and catalyzes economic development by nurturing a culture of entrepreneurship among Nigerian youth.
Her commitment to educational reform and youth empowerment positions her initiatives as potential blueprints for other communities grappling with similar socioeconomic challenges.
With youth unemployment rates on the increase, Folashade-Oba’s call for action resonates deeply. Her proactive stance underscores the imperative of equipping the next generation with the tools and mindset necessary to navigate an increasingly competitive job market and, ultimately, drive sustainable economic progress.
“The plan is to champion the cause of your youth entrepreneurship, offering pragmatic solutions and inspiring leadership in the quest to alleviate unemployment and empower the youth for a brighter future” Folashade-oba asserted.
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