NYCN-CRS STORMS NDDC OFFICE…State Chairman insist the Youth Community deserves better.
His Youthfulness Comr. Olayi Emmanuel, the Cross River State Chairman of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), led a delegation of Youths Leaders to the state NDDC office earlier today. This visit comes amidst the recent controversy surrounding alleged diversion of funds and palliatives meant for the people of Cross River State and its youths.
It is no longer news that the NDDC has in recent times faced agitations regarding funds and palliatives meant for the youths of Cross River State.
During the visit, Comr Olayi emphasized the importance of accountability and transparency from all individuals, groups and Organizations. He stated the importance of collaboration and partnership between the NYCN as Umbrella Youth Organization in Nigeria and the NDDC to ensure the Youths of Cross River State are carried along. He sought firsthand information on the Commission’s programs and activities and how they can positively impact the Youths of Cross River State.
The Cross River State Director of NDDC, High Chief Sir Daniel Ajunwa PhD commended the delegation for seeking dialogue instead of protest, stating that such action portrays the Youth Council as a civil Organization for reasonable Youths.He took time to explain the Commission’s significant impact on the youths and people of the Niger Delta for the past twenty five years while encouraging them to be steadfast and focused. He went further to restate the Commission’s readiness to partner with relevant Organizations like the National Youth Council which is the Umbrella Youth body towards achieving the mandate of the Commission.
Sir Daniel Ajunwa (Ph.D) while responding to the controversy and alleged diversion of funds for Youth groups, made it clear that his office has no business with the alleged funds, but gave his assurances to share all available opportunities geared towards the development of young people in Cross River State.
The State Chairman talking to the press immediately after the visit, stated that this development is a significant step towards fostering a positive relationship between the NYCN and the NDDC ensuring that the Youths of Cross River State benefits from all programs of the Commission and ultimately positioning them to build capacity for the greater good of the State, He further admonished all saddled with Youth development in Cross River State to stay committed, because the youth remain the future of our nation. Reassuring the Youth in the State of his absolute commitment in representing their interest at all levels.
Comr Olayi Charged youths to embrace dialogue and ensure peace across the State. He emphasized that his leadership and commitment to youth development are noteworthy, as evident in his numerous initiatives and drive geared towards youth Development in the State.
The Visit has in attendance Youth Leaders across the Three Senatorial Districts of the state.
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