The Executive Chairman of Eredo LCDA, Hon. Ismail Monsuru Akinloye, has celebrated youths across the council area as part of activities marking the 2026 International Youth Day.
Epe Insights reports that Akinloye described the youths of Eredo as a vital force whose strength, creativity and potential remain important to the future development of the community.
The chairman acknowledged the contributions of young people to the social and economic growth of Eredo LCDA.
He noted that youths possess the energy and innovative capacity required to drive positive change within their communities.
Akinloye said his administration remains committed to creating opportunities that will enable young people to develop their abilities and achieve their aspirations.
According to him, education remains an important pathway to equipping youths with the knowledge required to participate effectively in society.
He also highlighted skills acquisition as another area receiving attention under the council’s youth-focused development efforts.
The chairman said practical skills could help young people become self-reliant and better positioned to take advantage of employment and entrepreneurship opportunities.
He further reaffirmed the council’s commitment to empowerment initiatives that can positively impact the lives of youths across Eredo.
Akinloye said such programmes would continue to focus on creating meaningful opportunities for young people.
The council chairman also emphasised the importance of impactful development programmes in addressing the aspirations of the younger generation.
He encouraged youths to take advantage of available educational, skills development and empowerment opportunities.
Akinloye urged young people across Eredo to remain committed to personal development and continuous learning.
He also called on them to uphold hard work as they pursue their individual goals.
According to the chairman, integrity should remain an important value guiding the conduct and decisions of young people.
He encouraged the youths to promote unity and peaceful coexistence within their communities.
Akinloye also urged them to pursue excellence in their various fields of endeavour.
He said the achievements of Eredo youths could contribute significantly to the reputation and development of the council area.
The chairman encouraged young people to become positive ambassadors of Eredo wherever they find themselves.
He noted that their conduct and achievements could help project the positive image of the community.
Akinloye’s message also highlighted the importance of collective responsibility in building a stronger Eredo.
He said government alone could not achieve sustainable development without the active participation of young people and other community stakeholders.
The chairman called on youths to contribute ideas and initiatives that could support the growth of their communities.
He maintained that young people should be encouraged to participate constructively in community development.
International Youth Day provides an opportunity to recognise the contributions, aspirations and challenges of young people around the world.
For Eredo LCDA, the celebration offered an opportunity to acknowledge the role of youths in the community’s present and future.
Akinloye said the council would continue to explore ways of supporting young people through relevant programmes and initiatives.
He reiterated that youth development would remain important to the administration’s broader development efforts.
The chairman expressed confidence in the ability of Eredo youths to make meaningful contributions to the progress of the council.
He urged them to remain focused and committed to building successful futures.
Akinloye also encouraged young people to support one another and promote positive relationships across their communities.
He said unity among youths could create stronger platforms for collaboration and development.
The council chairman stressed that young people should remain open to new ideas and opportunities.
He noted that changing economic and technological realities require youths to continuously develop relevant skills.
Akinloye therefore encouraged them to embrace learning and innovation as part of their personal development.
He said the council would continue to support programmes aimed at helping young people acquire useful knowledge and practical skills.
The chairman also expressed optimism about the future of Eredo, given the potential of its younger population.
He said the energy and creativity of youths could be channelled towards productive ventures that would benefit the wider community.
Akinloye’s International Youth Day message therefore focused on opportunity, responsibility and community development.
He encouraged youths to remain hardworking, honest, united and committed to excellence.
The chairman said these values would help young people achieve their ambitions while contributing positively to Eredo.
He also reaffirmed his administration’s determination to create an environment where young people can thrive.
According to him, continued investment in youths remains an investment in the future of Eredo LCDA.
He called on young people to reciprocate such efforts by embracing opportunities and contributing positively to their communities.
Akinloye concluded his message by celebrating the youths of Eredo and encouraging them to continue making the community proud.
He wished them a happy International Youth Day and urged them to keep striving for excellence.
The chairman said the collective efforts of government and young people would contribute to building a stronger and more prosperous Eredo.
