One group for Gombe state, FOCEI, don dey advocate say youths should be involved in decision-making processes for the state. According to Benjamin Maina, the Team Lead of FOCEI, the group believe say youths have a lot to offer and their exclusion from governance dey cause many challenges.
Maina talk say the future of Nigeria dey in the hands of the youths, and if dem no involve dem in decision-making, the country no go move forward. He also mention say many youths have good ideas and skills wey dem fit use to help the country grow.
The group dey call on the government and other stakeholders to create opportunities for youths to participate in governance. Dem believe say this go help in building a better future for Nigeria.
This call come at a time when many people dey talk about the importance of youth involvement in politics and governance. The group hope say their advocacy go inspire other states to follow suit and involve their youths in decision-making processes.