The Nigerian Youth Congress Kogi Central Zone, has called for greater youth participation in grassroots governance during a congratulatory visit to the Executive Chairman of Ajaokuta Local Government Area, Hon. Muhammed Haruna Ganaja, at his residence.
The visit provided an opportunity for the Congress to congratulate the Chairman on his electoral victory and advocate inclusive governance, youth empowerment, and stronger collaboration between government institutions and organised youth bodies.
The delegation, led by the Vice Chairman Central, expressed the Congress's expectation that the new administration would prioritise grassroots development and create meaningful opportunities for young people to contribute to the socio-economic advancement of Ajaokuta Local Government Area.
Speaking during the visit, the NYC State Legal Adviser, an indigene of Ajaokuta, emphasised the importance of integrating young people into governance and decision-making processes. He observed that youth participation in public administration was essential to sustainable development, social cohesion, and effective governance. He further noted that Hon. Ganaja had demonstrated these leadership attributes even before his emergence as Executive Chairman.
The State Legal Adviser appealed to the Chairman to consider qualified executives of the Congress from both the Local Government and the State Chapter for appointment opportunities, where appropriate. He explained that such consideration would promote inclusive representation, strengthen youth participation in governance and foster constructive collaboration between the government and organised youth institutions.
As part of its commitment to institutional engagement and youth development, the Vice Chairman Central announced that Ajaokuta Local Government Area would host the next NYC Kogi Central Zonal Meeting on 28 November 2026. The meeting is expected to provide a platform for deliberations on youth-related issues, strengthen cooperation among youth leaders, and deepen engagement between the Congress and relevant stakeholders within the local government.
In his response, the Executive Chairman expressed appreciation to the delegation for the visit and reaffirmed his commitment to an inclusive, youth-friendly, and development-oriented administration. He approved a venue for the forthcoming zonal meeting and pledged his support towards its successful organisation.
The Executive Chairman further assured the NYC Ajaokuta Local Government Council Executive that he would consider available appointment opportunities within his capacity to promote meaningful youth participation in governance. He also called for sustained unity and cooperation among youth organisations, community leaders, and other stakeholders, emphasising that collective responsibility remained essential to the development of Ajaokuta and the overall progress of Kogi State.
Other state executives present during the visit included the State Deputy Legal Adviser, the State Social Secretary, and the Representative of Persons Living with disabilities. They expressed appreciation to the Chairman for his humanitarian gestures and open-door policy, noting the importance of accessible leadership and sustained engagement with youth organisations and other stakeholders.
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