The Nigerian Government, through the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative and the Federal Ministry of Youth Development, has unveiled the distribution of 2000 CNG-Powered Tricycles to empower Nigerian youths.
The Minister of Youth Development, Dr Jamila Bio Ibrahim, said the collaborative effort aims to provide opportunities for young individuals to engage in sustainable and environmentally friendly transportation solutions, while also creating avenues for economic empowerment and skill development within the youth demography.
The Minister stated this while launching the distribution of the CNG-Powered Tricycles to the beneficiaries in Abuja, Nigeria’s Capital.
Dr Ibrahim affirmed the unwavering commitment of the government towards alleviating the daily struggles of the citizens, especially the youths, adding that these CNG-Tricycles will go a long way in easing the transportation challenges faced by Nigerians in their everyday lives.
“During this crucial time of economic reforms, this intervention will provide great relief to our youths nationwide, demonstrating the administration’s commitment to improving the quality of life for young people,” she said.
“I would like to specifically acknowledge the presence of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) and other youth and student groups here today, as they continue to play a critical role in ensuring that the voices of our youth are heard and their needs are met.”
“With these CNG-Tricycles and other ongoing initiatives, we are not only transforming transportation for our youths but also paving the way for a brighter future. Let us continue to work hand in hand to ensure that the youths of Nigeria are empowered to lead and succeed,” she stated.
The Minister of State for Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, while fielding questions from Journalists, stated that the initiative is aimed at empowering youth, generating employment and improving the socioeconomic well-being of young people in the country.
Olawande said that the Federal Government is committed to driving entrepreneurship to reduce or possibly eradicate unemployment, particularly among the youth, women, and other vulnerable groups.
He therefore urged the beneficiaries to put them to profitable.
Earlier in his remarks, the President of the National Commercial Tricycle and Motorcycle Owners and Riders Association (NATOMORAS), Usman Buba Gwoza commended the Government for fulfilling its promise of empowering the members of the Association through the allocation of the CNG-powered tricycles.
“We urge the government to honour its promise, recognizing the pivotal role NATOMORAS plays in Nigeria’s community transport system, he stated.
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