Government at all levels have been urged to increase budgetary allocation and initiate policies that will.enhance the advancement of Youths in the country
This according to him would not only reduce unemployment but also take many talented youths who have turned into hoodlums because of lack of jobs off the street
A philanthropist and founder of Ara Foundation, Alhaji Ademola Oyepeju gave this advise while speaking with journalists at the official launching of the foundation, presentation of empowerment items to over 200 people as well as celebration of his birthday in Ibadan on Saturday
He noted that ” If youths are engaged and gainfully employed there wont be need to be afraid of insecurity and attack on public facilities as it happens during the just concluded #EndSARS protest in many state across the federation.
The government should not only release fund, they should also monitor the allocation and usage as well as introduce guidance and counselling centres in strategic locations , empower agencies like National Orientation Agencies and others to orientate people and do a periodical check on the beneficiaries.
Speaking on Ara Foundation, International businessman said ” Ara Foundation was founded to empower the less priviledge, people with disabilities as well as indigent students and widow and so far God has helped us to restore hope in the life of many through our various programms.
He said further that this year we are giving out Motorcycle, Sewing machines, scholarship and financial support as a form of economic aide to help people make a living.
The chairman of the ocassion, Prince Abass Aleshinloye in his remark said Nigerian should not abandoned politics in the hands of few people but be involved for positive advancement and progress
He also commended Oyepeju for his genuine passion in giving to people and urged people to emulate him for a better society.
Some of the beneficiaries appreciated the gesture, pray for God’s blessings for the giver and promise fo make judicious use of the empowerment materials
