The Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin, has lauded the Chairman of the Oyo State Agency for Youth Development, Hon. Adebowale Adebayo Falana, for his unwavering commitment to youth empowerment and active engagement in governance.
Delivering a lecture titled “Empowering Voices, Shaping Futures” at the 1st Anniversary Celebration of the Oyo State Agency for Youth Developmentat, the Speaker highlighted the pivotal role of youth inclusion in decision-making processes, asserting that such involvement is essential for the state’s sustainable development and progress.
“Hon. Falana’s dedication to fostering youth participation in governance is commendable. His initiatives have not only provided platforms for young people to express their ideas but have also ensured that their voices are integral to our policy formulation and implementation.
“Under Hon. Falana’s leadership, the Oyo State Agency for Youth Development has launched several programs aimed at equipping youths with necessary skills and opportunities. These include digital innovation training, entrepreneurship workshops, and leadership development seminars, all designed to prepare the younger generation for active roles in the state’s socio-economic landscape. “
According to him, the era of excluding youths from decision-making and political processes is virtually coming to an end globally.
He stressed that the vibrancy of youths makes them indispensable and relevant, and their inclusion in politics should be encouraged.
Rt. Hon. Ogundoyin emphasized that Oyo state’s commitment to youth inclusion is not merely symbolic but a strategic approach to harnessing the energy, creativity, and innovation that young people bring to the table.
He called on other stakeholders to support and expand such initiatives, ensuring that the youth are not only beneficiaries but also active contributors to Oyo State’s growth and development.
