The West African Youth Council (WAYC), an institution of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has confirmed the ambassadorial appointment of ‘Yinka Fafoluyi, Special Assistant, New Media to Kwara State Governor.
Fafoluyi was appointed in respect to his meritorious service to the Kwara State Government under the leadership of Governor AbdulRazaq AbdulRahman.
The President, WAYC, Ambassador Emmanuel Williams, who announced the recognition, said: “One of the industries that are vital to what we are doing is youths, that is why we have been crediting exceptional youths. Although, numerous youths are doing so well Fafoluyi’s performance is exceptional and an emulating one, that is why we recognized him.
“We have actually heard of all that he has been doing. He spoke with the youths in the language they can understand, his tenacity, ambitions, empowering young people, and his contribution to national development, etc are vital to the recognition.”
“We are really happy for your collaboration and corroboration as you are the real face of the young people in Kwara State, we look forward to the betterment of youths in Kwara State, North Central, and Nigeria as a whole,” he added.
Fafoluyi in his reaction said: “I appreciate the ECOWAS as they bestow on me a very rare opportunity to serve in the West Africa regional bloc.
“I dedicate this to God and Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq who has painstakingly nurtured me to grow under his wings. Without his support, understanding of governance, and his focus on youths and societal development, this will not be possible.”
He further promised to give his best to the development of youths in his constituency and Nigeria as a whole.