Enugu State Governor, Peter Mbah, has charged the youths in the state to embrace entrepreneurial and innovative spirit to move the state and country forward, urging them to see themselves as leaders, who have significant roles to play in the development of the state.
The governor gave the advice at the weekend during the 2024 Enugu Leadership and Business Summit organised by Enugu Innovative Youths (EIY).
Speaking at the summit themed, ‘The Role of Youths in Building a New Enugu,’ the governor emphasised the importance of youths embracing new knowledge in all its forms, and seeking mentorship from those who had walked the path before them. He urged them not to underestimate the power of collaboration and creativity in achieving their dreams.
Addressing the youths at the summit held at the University of Nigeria, Enugu Campus, Mbah extolled the energy the youths brought to the summit, saying that the gathering showed the incredible power that lay within the youths to reshape the state.
The governor, represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Chidiebere Onyia, added that the theme resonated deeply with their collective aspirations, disclosing that the administration is deliberate in setting aside leadership positions for youths in the government.
According to him, because of the pivotal role youths play in reshaping the destiny of Enugu, whether through entrepreneurship, advocacy or public service, the administration had continued in its commitment to equipping them with modern digital training and skills that would enhance their capacity.
