Group Criticizes Peter Obi’s Call for Youth Migration
The North Agenda for Tinubu, a group, has criticized Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s Presidential Candidate in the 2023 elections, for allegedly encouraging Nigeria’s brightest minds to seek opportunities abroad instead of helping develop their homeland. The group expressed disappointment, urging Obi to support creating favorable conditions for youths within Nigeria rather than encouraging them to emigrate.
Nigeria’s Growth Potential
Nigeria’s potential for growth lies in its youth, whose talents and energy can drive sustainable development across essential sectors like healthcare, technology, and education. Africa—and Nigeria in particular—has suffered deeply from the exodus of its best and brightest [1).
Initiatives Under Tinubu’s Administration
The group highlighted initiatives under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration aimed at empowering youths, such as:
- Education Loan Fund
- 3 Million Technical Talent Program
- National Youth Talent Export Programme
These programs seek to address the brain drain by providing domestic job opportunities and skill development in fields like artificial intelligence, data science, and software development.
Call to Action
The statement concluded by urging Nigerian youth to reject calls for “Japa” (migration) and instead join in building a nation where they can excel, directly impact policies, and drive industries that promote economic growth and social stability for future generations.
