Hon. Onaade Busola Moses Paid a Courtesy Visit to Ekiti West Local Government and Okemesi/Ido-ile LCDA Chairmen: Exploring Opportunities for Youth Empowerment

On 17th January 2024, I had the privilege of paying a courtesy visit to the Chairman of Ekiti West Local Government, Hon. Moses Omojola, and the Chairman of Okemesi/Ido-ile LCDA, Hon. Owolabi Ajibade, to congratulate for their swear in and to discuss the pressing needs of the youth in the region. The visit was aimed at exploring opportunities for youth empowerment and identifying potential areas of collaboration to drive growth and development.

During the meeting with the Ekiti West Local Government Chairman, we discussed the importance of providing jobs and support for young people in the community. I emphasized the need for initiatives that would equip youths with skills and resources to become self-sufficient and contribute positively to the society. The Chairman expressed his commitment to youth development and highlighted various programs and projects aimed at empowering young people in the region.

In my meeting with the Okemesi/Ido-ile LCDA Chairman, we focused on the role of local government in creating an enabling environment for youth growth and development. We explored potential partnerships and collaborations that could provide opportunities for youth engagement, skills acquisition, and entrepreneurship. The Chairman shared his vision for youth empowerment and his commitment to supporting initiatives that would make a positive impact on the community.

Key takeaways from the meetings include:

- The need for job creation and support for young people to address unemployment and restiveness
- The importance of skills acquisition and entrepreneurship training for youth empowerment
- The role of local government in providing an enabling environment for youth growth and development
- The potential for partnerships and collaborations to drive youth empowerment initiatives

Overall, the courtesy visit was a productive and insightful experience, highlighting the commitment of local government leaders to youth empowerment and development. I look forward to exploring further opportunities for collaboration and supporting initiatives that will make a positive impact on the community.

Recommendations

- Establish a youth empowerment program to provide jobs, skills acquisition, and entrepreneurship training for young people
- Collaborate with local organizations and stakeholders to provide resources and support for youth initiatives
- Develop policies and programs that address the specific needs of young people in the region
- Provide an enabling environment for youth growth and development through infrastructure development and social services