
Bin Abbas visits Dakar, Senegal to strengthen Nigeria’s youth agenda.
By Comr Amos Kalu ABUJA: "Africa has the youngest population in the world, with 70% of sub-Saharan Africa under the age of 30. Such a high number of young people is an opportunity for the continent’s growth – but only if these new generations are fully empowered to realise their best potential. It is especially important that young people are included in decision making and given appropriate opportunities for work and to innovate. "Involving young people in politics and society is not merely a question of inclusion, but one that is vital for economic growth, innovation, peace and security.…