As part of activities marking Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary, the Minister of Youth Development, Comrade Ayodele Olawande; Chairman of the Federal Civil Service Commission, Prof. Tunji Olaopa; and Future Africa Chief Executive Officer, Iyinoluwa Aboyeji, are set to lead a national dialogue with young Nigerians on rebuilding values and strengthening civic responsibility.
The conference, organised by the Citizenship and Leadership Training Centre (CLTC) in collaboration with the United Nations Inter-Agency Group on Youth (UNIAGY) and the Nigeria Youth Futures Fund (NYFF), will hold on Tuesday with the theme: “Nigeria @ 65: Reviving Values and Volunteerism among the Youth.”
Set against the backdrop of renewed calls for unity, trust in governance, and civic renewal, the event aims to rekindle a culture of service, volunteerism, and community leadership among the country’s youth population.
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According to a statement by the Head of CLTC’s Information Unit, Mrs. Chinwe Nduka, the initiative is “a call for young Nigerians to embrace service, volunteerism, and civic responsibility as pathways to rebuilding national values and strengthening the social fabric.”
A major highlight of the event will be the grand finale of the Youth Leadership Debate — an NYFF initiative that offers young Nigerians a platform to articulate bold ideas and present their vision for a stronger, more cohesive nation.
Supported by the Federal Ministry of Youth Development and the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), the CLTC conference underscores a growing national consensus that Nigeria’s transformation depends on empowering its youth to take ownership of the country’s future.
Participants are expected from universities, youth-led organisations, and community-based groups across the country, while virtual participation options have been provided to ensure inclusivity and wide engagement.
With its lineup of dynamic speakers and thought-provoking sessions, organisers say the CLTC conference will not only celebrate Nigeria’s 65th Independence milestone but also inspire a new generation of leaders committed to rebuilding the nation through integrity, innovation, and service.