UMUAHIA — The All Progressives Congress candidate for Ikwuano/Umuahia North/Umuahia South Federal Constituency, Rt. Hon. Chinedum Orji, has called on stakeholders to move Nigeria beyond political rhetoric and take concrete steps to harness the energy, creativity, and talents of the youth population through direct inclusion in governance and economic planning .
CDA News Nigeria gathered that Orji made the call in a press statement released to commemorate International Youth Day 2026 . Addressing youths within his federal constituency and across the broader nation, the former Speaker of the Abia State House of Assembly described young people as the primary force shaping the country’s future and stressed that no genuine community advancement or national development agenda can succeed if youths are excluded from critical decision-making processes .
CDA News Nigeria reports that Orji pledged to support legislation and local programs that position young people at the center of socio-economic growth . “Investing in young people must go beyond rhetoric. It requires practical, measurable commitments to quality education, hands-on skills acquisition, entrepreneurship funding, leadership training, and youth-focused economic initiatives,” Orji stated .
The former speaker challenged the conventional notion that youth are simply “leaders of tomorrow,” arguing instead that they must be treated as essential partners in driving today’s development . He urged public office holders, private sector leaders, and community stakeholders to build an environment that transforms youthful energy into viable enterprises capable of strengthening families and boosting the Nigerian economy .
“When we empower our youths, we are not only investing in individuals; we are investing in the future strength, prosperity, and stability of Nigeria,” Orji added .
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