Address to the Igbo Youth Council, Onitsha South Local Government Chapter by Mazi Ugwu Okechukwu.
Ladies and gentlemen, esteemed leaders, and fellow members,
I stand before you today with a heavy heart, compelled to address the disturbing video circulating online, showcasing the brutal violence inflicted upon innocent boys by a group of young men And a lot of disturbing pictures and videos coming on NYCN Onitsha South LG since I was added in the group by comrade Chimezie Ejekam (Aguta-Oraeke).
As the CEO of Obinwannem and a strong advocate for the Igbo Youth Council’s slogan “Build the youths, Build the nation,” I am disheartened by our collective inaction and lack of leadership.
We claim to prioritize the well-being of our youths, yet we fail to take concrete steps towards their protection and development. Our WhatsApp group, intended to facilitate communication and coordination, lacks rules and regulations, rendering it ineffective. I urge the leaders and executives to establish a clear framework for our group’s operations and inform members of our purpose and objectives.
We pride ourselves on the slogan “Build the youths, Build the nation,” but our actions contradict this mantra. We neglect our own, allowing suffering and injustice to persist. The recent video serves as a stark reminder of our failures. We must utilize the media to bring attention to these issues, as the government often neglects our region.
I implore the group executive to write a letter to the government, condemning the brutality we witnessed. We must uphold the rule of law, as seen in Western societies, and reject jungle justice. Our people deserve better. We must do better.
I question the role of the National Youth Council Leader in Onitsha South and urge them to take concrete steps towards addressing these issues. We can and must do more to end insecurity in our land.
Let us work together to build a better future for our youths and nation. Let us uphold the true meaning of our slogan and take action to protect and empower our people.
Thank you.
Mazi Ugwu Okechukwu,
The Chief Executive Officer,
Obinwannem Foundation Worldwide,
17 May 2024. (Nkwo Ikuku)
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The local government coordinator for NYCN Onitsha South, Coordinator Onyeke Franklin, replied.
NYCN WhatsApp rules update!
Build the Youth… Build the Nation
Welcome to NYCN Onitsha South local government group WhatsApp.
The National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) is an organization dedicated to promoting the interests and welfare of Onitsha South youth and Nigeria at large. It serves as a platform for young people/ members across the 17 Wards in Onitsha South local government to voice their concerns, and actively contribute toward development, progress, opportunities for growth and success for the betterment of Onitsha South Youth. We do have physical meetings at local government executive and ward levels.
The National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) was established in 1964. It is responsible for policy formulation and implementation on issues relating to youth development in Nigeria. It is the umbrella body and the mouthpiece of the Nigerian Youths. It was established and given legal recognition in 1990. The NYCN is also affiliated with the World Assembly of Youth, and the Pan-African Youth Union. It has the Ministry for Youth and Sports Development as its supervisory body. The NYCN body has been instrumental in many empowerment, scholarship and support programmes.
WhatsApp rules
** NYCN is not a political platform, No arguing, no heated opinions, no fake news. Check your sources before you share Maka odimma Ndi Onitsha South Youth
** Always keep to the purpose of the group! Don’t share irrelevant messages about other topics.
** Do not have one-on-one conversations in the group. Switch to private messages.
** Before posting any Advert, contact the Admin for approval.
** Videos, and pictures that are not related to the purpose are prohibited.
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Development of the youth…
Empower the youth…..
