By Editor
The Ekiti State Chapter of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) has joined the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Students Engagement, Hon Sunday Asefon, at 2026 New Year celebration held at his residence in its efforts to strengthen youth engagement and promote national unity.
The Youth group stated this in a new year goodwill message signed by its Director of New Media, Comrade Samuel Damilola Ajayi made available to newsmen in Ado Ekiti on Monday noting that the visit provided an opportunity for social interaction marking the new year and the reaffirmation of shared commitments toward youth empowerment, inclusion, and sustainable development.
Hon. Asefon in a response expressed appreciation to the Council for the impressive turnout, commending the unity and dedication demonstrated by the youths.
He further assured the delegation of his continued support for youth-focused initiatives and student development across the country.
In a similar vein, the NYCN delegation also paid an unscheduled courtesy visit to the Senator representing Ekiti South Senatorial District, Yemi Adaramodu, to formally celebrate the New Year with the lawmaker.
The delegation was warmly received by the Senator, who expressed deep appreciation for the show of respect, unity, and solidarity among Ekiti youths.
Senator Adaramodu charged the youths to actively participate in political processes at all levels within their communities and beyond, urging them to remain focused, purposeful, and consistent so that the dividends of democracy will not elude them.
He assured the delegation of his readiness to support youth development initiatives and impactful programmes at all times.
Speaking during the visit, the NYCN Ekiti State Chairman, Amb. Segun Bankole, appreciated the Senator for his consistent support for youth development in Ekiti State and Nigeria at large.
He emphasized that Ekiti youths are working together in unity in pursuit of sustainable development in line with the Renewed Hope and Shared Prosperity agenda inspire the daunting challenges of mobility constraints and limited financial resources.
He noted that collective collaboration remains the foundation for meaningful youth development and political stability in the state.
The NYCN Chairman led a delegation comprising State Executive Members, representatives of NAOVO, Local Government Coordinators, and leaders of faith-based youth organizations across the state.
The National Youth Council of Nigeria reaffirmed its commitment to promoting unity, constructive engagement, and strategic collaboration with key stakeholders, while pledging continued advocacy for the growth, empowerment, and effective representation of youths in Ekiti State and Nigeria at large in the New Year and beyond.
