A former National President of Federation of Ibadan Students Union (FIBSU), Aare Alao Olalekan Taofeek has urged youths in Oyo State and Nigeria as a whole to ensure active participation in politics.
In a statement made available to OYOMIND to celebrate the World Youth Day 2021, Aare Alao stated that the youths activeness in developmental activities will go along way to position them well in position of leadership.
According to him, the International Youth Day is celebrated and observed every year on 12 August across the world. The day is marked for giving new initiatives and action taken by the youth. Also, on this day, the government and citizens come together to bring attention to the problems faced by the younger generation.
“Amidst the ongoing coronavirus pandemic this year, the day is being celebrated with events and competitions where youth are engaged in meaningful debates, talks, and discussion about the future and coming days.
“We have a role to renew and refresh the current status of our society including leadership, innovations, skills etc. People are expecting to advance the current technology, education, politics, peace of the country as well as to maintain the culture of our culture, all good values in the societies, and developmental projects.
“Once again, on the occasion of this year World Youth Day, I congratulate every youth of this state, happy International Youth Day” he concluded.
