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National assembly to boost youth policy engagement with new legislative facility

The Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Youth in Parliament, Hon. Olamijuwonlo Ayodeji Alao-Akala, has disclosed that the National Assembly would enact laws that enhance youth involvement in policy-making and national development.

Hon. Alao-Akala made this statement during the commissioning of a state-of-the-art facility donated by Mr. Seyi Tinubu to the House Committee on Youth in Parliament, located on Mississippi Street, Abuja.

The building, which boasts an e-library, a physical library, and a co-working space, is designed to support young parliamentarians in their legislative duties and foster collaboration on youth-focused initiatives.

The Young Parliamentarian Forum, a group recognized by the United Nations, comprises National Assembly members under the age of 40 who work together to develop innovative ideas and engage with young Nigerians interested in governance and parliamentary processes.

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Hon. Alao-Akala, who represents Ogbomoso North, South, and Oriire Federal Constituency, praised the donation, emphasizing its importance in advancing youth representation. “This facility will serve as a hub for innovative ideas, youth-focused legislative activities, and stakeholder engagement, further solidifying the National Assembly’s commitment to empowering Nigeria’s youth,” he stated.

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, also commended the initiative, describing the facility as a transformative addition to youth engagement. “This innovative space provides an enabling environment where young people can strategize, discuss national progress, and contribute to youth-oriented legislation,” he said.

Femi Gbajabiamila, the Chief of Staff to the President, lauded the development and expressed hope for its positive impact on youth engagement. “I wish this existed during my time as Speaker. This is a commendable platform for young legislators to deliberate on nation-building issues. I applaud Mr. Seyi Tinubu for this visionary project, which will undoubtedly enhance the legislative process for young parliamentarians,” Gbajabiamila remarked.

Also present at the commissioning were members of the Young Parliamentarians Forum, National Assembly members, and other dignitaries.

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