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The Federal government has launched the Youth Farmers Enrolment Portal to tackle unemployment and food insecurity in the country.
The Minister of Youth Development, Mr Ayodele Olawande in his keynote remarks, during the official Launch of the Youth Farmers Enrolment Portal, disclosed that the initiative was developed in partnership with the Nigerian Youth Economic Engagement and De-Radicalisation Programme (NIYEEDEP).
Olawande, added that the initiative is aimed at combating rising unemployment and food insecurity across the nation.
According to him, the agriculture initiative seeks to create economic opportunities for youth and bolster the nation’s agricultural sector.
“This intervention is designed to align young people with the economic agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, promoting active youth participation in economic development,” the Minister stated.
He emphasized that the initiative aims to create 6 million direct jobs for youths in 2025 across agriculture, food and beverage, and agro-allied sectors, address youth unemployment, household poverty, hunger and food security, which today are threats to our national security.
The Minister highlighted the portal as an innovative platform targeting individuals aged 18 to 35, offering access to agricultural training programs, modern farming techniques, mentorship opportunities, financial support and resources to start or expand agricultural ventures.
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