Buhari approves November 1st as National Youth Day
President Muhammadu Buhari has ratified November 1st of every year as National Youth Day in Nigeria.
This was disclosed by Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Sunday Dare, in a tweet on Wednesday.
According to the minister, the President made this known during a Federal Executive Council meeting on Wednesday.
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The minister also hailed the President for his commitment to the Nigerian youth with regard to policy formulation and the exploration of viable solutions to the problems facing the generality of Nigerian youths.
“Today, President Buhari in Council approved November 1st every year as the National Youth Day to celebrate, draw attention to and find solutions to the issues that affect the Youth. Mr. President as again demonstrated his commitment to supporting youth-focused policies. Thank You” Dare said in a tweet.
Although the meeting was virtual, Buhari presided from the Council Chamber of the Presidential Villa, Abuja while some ministers participated virtually from their offices.
The meeting, which started at about 10am, had in attendance Vice President Yemi Osinbajo and the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha.
