Oluwafunbi Bello 
ABUJA, Nigeria – The Federal Government deepens its partnership with the United Nations to expand economic opportunities for young people and women, focusing on job creation, financial inclusion and skills development.
Vice-President Kashim Shettima announces the renewed collaboration after receiving a UN delegation led by Felipe Paullier at the Presidential Villa on Friday.
“Youths are the backbone of every society’s transformation,” Shettima says, reaffirming the administration of Bola Tinubu.
He notes that Nigeria’s growing youth population presents an opportunity to drive long-term economic growth.
The Vice-President proposes structured frameworks to coordinate policies and programmes aimed at empowering youths and women nationwide.
Paullier describes Nigeria as a strategic partner in global youth development, citing its vibrant and dynamic population.
“Nigeria is on the right path to development,” he says.
He emphasises the need for inclusive policies centred on education, gender equality and employment to accelerate progress.
The renewed alliance signals a shift towards translating policy commitments into measurable outcomes for Nigeria’s youth.
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