Oyo SSG Urges Youths to Be Worthy Ambassadors, Promises Support for Digital Skills

The Secretary to the Oyo State Government, Professor Musibau Babatunde, has charged youths in the State to remain worthy ambassadors of Oyo State wherever they find themselves in the world. 

Professor Babatunde gave the charge while receiving members of the Oyo State Youth Parliament (Third Assembly) during a courtesy visit at the SSG’s Conference Room, Secretariat, Ibadan.

He said the vision of the Youth Parliament aligns with that of the present administration, particularly its commitment to improving the welfare and future prospects of young people in the State.

He urged members of the parliament to conduct themselves as exemplary representatives of Oyo State across the country and beyond, noting that the future of the State depends largely on the quality and commitment of its youths.

Professor Babatunde added further that unity and togetherness remain essential in achieving the collective goal of youth development and nation-building, describing young people as the future leaders whose capacities must be deliberately strengthened.

He said the present administration in the State under the leadership of Governor Seyi Makinde is empowering youths through various capacity-building programmes and digital skills initiatives.

He said, “this  Government will continue to equip young people with relevant skills in emerging fields such as machine learning, blockchain analysis and other digital technologies to prepare them for future opportunities in the global economy.

The Secretary to the State Government  advised Youth Parliament to prepare a comprehensive proposal detailing its programmes, needs and areas requiring collaboration and forward it through the appropriate channels for Government consideration.

He also encouraged the youth legislators to strengthen their relationship with the Oyo State House of Assembly to deepen their understanding of legislative processes and democratic governance.

In his remarks, the Speaker of the Oyo State Youth Parliament, Rt.Hon. Oyekola Oluwatobi, introduced members of the newly inaugurated Third Assembly and appealed to the State Government for continued support and collaboration to enable the parliament to effectively contribute to youth development and good governance in the State.

Abiodun Atilola 

Media Officer to the SSG/HOS