Former President Olusegun Obasanjo warned Nigerian youths against supporting those who messed up their future.
He spoke in Abeokuta, Ogun State, during the third edition of the Presidential Youth Mentorship Retreat organised by the Youth Development Centre of the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library.
Obasanjo, who was represented by the Deputy Chief Coordinator of OOPL, Dr Ayodele Aderinwale, challenged youths to never allow anyone to shape their space in society.
He said, “Economic opportunities have become trans-border in nature and manifestation.
“The young people should demand vociferously that our governments enhance enabling entrepreneurial environment for young people; it is key to unleashing a culture of entrepreneurship among the youth as this will have a broader impact in promoting sustainable development and addressing the barriers that specifically hinder young people like yourself to be economically empowered.
“In conclusion, I am challenging you as young Africans to engage in activities that will change the African narrative by participating fully in all socio-economic and political activities that guarantee a better future for you and not allow those who are messing up your future to succeed.”
In her welcome address, the Chairperson of YDC-OOPL, Dr Bisi Kolapo, told the youth to consistently improve on their leadership skills to take their rightful positions in governance.
