A Communications Expert and Youth Advocate, Mr Oloruntobi Alasi, has described President Bola Tinubu’s youth inclusion in governance as unprecedented.
Alasi, in a statement on Friday in Lagos, commended Tinubu’s inclusion of youths and women in the ministerial list submitted to the Senate for screening.
Alasi explained that appointing youths and women as ministers would bring several benefits to the government and society as a whole.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) recalls that the Senate on Wednesday, received the second list of 19 ministerial nominees submitted by Tinubu in addition to the 28 previously submitted.
Youths among the ministerial designates include Bosun Tijani, Betta Edu, Nkiruka Onyejiocha, Hannatu Musawa, Doris Uzoka, Uju Kennedy Ohanenye and Stella Okotete.
The youth advocate listed one of the benefits of appointing youths to include giving the government fresh perspectives and innovative ideas.
Alasi stated that though age should not be the sole criterion for ministerial appointments, a diverse and well-balanced cabinet would often be more effective.
He urged the President not to relent in the appointment of youths, to ensure participatory and inclusive governance.
Alasi said: “The appointments of young professionals and women by Tinubu are unprecedented.
“When young people see fellow youths holding positions of power, they are more likely to engage with the political process and become more interested in civic participation.
“This can lead to increased voter turnout and civic involvement among the youth.
“Younger ministers often have a different worldview and experience, which can lead to the introduction of innovative policies and solutions.
AYO ESAN, has been actively reporting and analyzing political events for different newspapers for over 18 years. He has also successfully covered national and state elections in Nigeria since the inception of this democracy in 1999.
