The Osun State Ministry of Youth Affairs, under the leadership of the Honourable Commissioner for Youth Affairs, Hon. Olagunju Moshood Olalekan, has intensified its collaboration with the Nigeria Jubilee Fellows Programme (NJFP) through a high-level stakeholders’ engagement aimed at expanding opportunities for youths across Osun State.
The strategic meeting convened key stakeholders, youth-focused organisations, government representatives, programme participants, and development partners to deliberate on practical implementation strategies capable of delivering sustainable impact and empowering young people across the state.
Representing the Honourable Commissioner at the engagement was the Special Adviser to the Governor on Youth Affairs, Hon. Olaniyan Samsudeen Oyeniyi, alongside other notable political appointees and stakeholders who reaffirmed the administration’s unwavering commitment to youth empowerment, innovation, economic inclusion, and sustainable development.
The engagement forms part of the broader partnership framework recently established between the Osun State Ministry of Youth Affairs and the Nigeria Jubilee Fellows Programme (NJFP), a national initiative designed to equip young graduates with workplace experience, mentorship opportunities, professional exposure, and pathways to long-term career advancement.
Speaking on the significance of the collaboration, Hon. Olagunju Moshood Olalekan described the initiative as a transformative platform strategically positioned to prepare Osun youths for greater relevance and competitiveness in today’s evolving economy.
According to the Commissioner, the administration of Governor Ademola Adeleke remains deliberate and committed to creating enabling opportunities that empower youths to become productive contributors to national development while equipping them with the necessary skills, exposure, and leadership capacity required for future success.
He further noted that the Ministry would continue to pursue impactful partnerships and strategic alliances capable of promoting entrepreneurship, employability, innovation, capacity development, and sustainable economic growth for youths across the state.
Also playing a significant role in the coordination and success of the programme is the NJFP Team Lead, Moyosoluwa Oladayo, whose dedication and commitment continue to strengthen engagement between stakeholders and programme beneficiaries.
The event also witnessed the presence of several political appointees and dignitaries, including the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Youth Affairs, Hon. Taiwo Oladunjoye; SSA to the Governor on Youth and Strategic Engagement, Hon. Adetunji Ajala; Hon. Babawale Jamiu Popoola; Hon. Abdulmajeed Oyeniyi; SA to the Governor on Youth Affairs, Hon. Ojo Raymond; SA to the Governor on Youth Mobilisation, Hon. Adekunle Akinrinade, among others.
Participants at the engagement commended the Osun State Government and the Ministry of Youth Affairs for prioritising youth-centred initiatives capable of creating measurable and lasting impact across communities.
As implementation progresses, the Ministry reaffirmed its commitment to transparency, inclusiveness, accountability, and effective collaboration with all stakeholders, noting that the initiative holds immense potential to unlock new opportunities for thousands of young people in Osun State.
The stakeholders’ engagement further reflects the Adeleke administration’s vision of building a progressive, economically vibrant, and youth-driven Osun State where young people are empowered to thrive, innovate, and contribute meaningfully to societal advancement.
