Nasarawa Assembly asks State Govt. to engage youths on sporting activities to end insecurity, social vices
Engaging youths in supporting activities to end insecurity and social vices is a crucial step towards promoting peace and stability in our communities, Nasarawa State Lawmakers recognize the importance of addressing these issues and are urging state governors to take action.
By involving youths in supporting activities, such as community development projects, mentorship programs, and skills training, we can empower them to become active participants in creating a safer and more harmonious society.
This not only provides them with productive outlets for their energy and talents but also instills a sense of responsibility and belonging.
Furthermore, by engaging youths in these activities, we can help divert their attention away from negative influences and prevent them from being drawn towards criminal activities or social vices. By providing them with opportunities for personal growth and development, we can equip them with the skills and knowledge necessary to make positive contributions to their communities.
Ultimately, it is through collaborative efforts between lawmakers, state governors, and various stakeholders that we can create an environment that nurtures and supports our youths. By investing in their potential and engaging them in supporting activities, we can build a stronger and more secure future for all.
Global Times Nigeria has obtained a reports to an effect that Nasarawa State House of Assembly, called on the state government to give more attention to the youths and as well initiate sporting activities in in effort to tackle restiveness, insecurity and other social vices in the state.
Hon Mohammed Garba Isimbabi, the Chairman House Committee on Youth and Sports made the call when the committee visited the ministry on its 2023 budget performance today in Lafia.
Hon Isimbabi, who represents Toto/ Gadabuke constituency said that prioritizing youth and sporting activities would also promote peaceful co-existence in the state.
The Committee Chairman urged the ministry to do what it could to return Nasarawa United to the Nigeria Premier Football League next season.
“Do all it will take to restore the lost glory of our solid miners”
” We are here to perform one of the functions of the Assembly. The House appropriated funds and the essence of this exercise is to assess your ministry 2023 budget performance.
” We want to assure you of our partnership and support to enable you succeed in developing youth and sporting activities in the state,” he said.
He also urged the management of the ministry to be up and doing in their activities in order to take the ministry to the greater height.
On how to return Nasarawa United to the Nigeria Premier Football League next season, Hon. Muhammad Garba Isimbabi’s committee tasked the ministry to put on their thinking caps in organizing grassroots competitions to fish hidden talents who will be professionally modified to adopt into the system.
The committee commended Gov. Abdullahi Sule for prioritizijg youth and sports development and called for its sustenance.
Hon Isimbabi disclosed that the committee will soon visit all supporting facilities across the State to see things for themselves.
Earlier, the Commissioner for the ministry, Hon. Ja’afaru Ango revealed that N48 million is earmarked to resuscitate Sporting Academy Akwanga in order to promote sporting activities in the state.
The Commissioner appreciated the committee for supporting its activities to succeed
He also thanked Gov. Abdullahi Sule for prioritizing youth and sports development in the state.
The Commissioner said most of the players of Nasarawa United FC are on loan, emphasizing that efforts are on purchase new players.
In a related development, the House Committee on Youth and Sports also visited Nasarawa State Youth Empowerment Scheme (NAYES) where the General Manager Abdullahi Labaran Maina appreciated the committee for supporting its activities to succeed.
The General Manager said that personnel of the scheme have been receiving N10,000 as monthly stipend.
He, however, appealed for mobility to enable them discharge their duties effectively.
Responding, Hon Mohammed Garba Isimbabi, the Chairman of the committee assured of the House commitment to support NAYES to succeed in order to continue to take the youth off the streets in the state.
He said that there was the need for full implementation of the law establishing NAYES in order to have full structure of the board and management team of the scheme on ground for effective service delivery just as he said the committee will sit and look at their monthly package and advise appropriately.
