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Adesina Urges African Governments to Invest in Youth Through Education

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Former African Development Bank President Akinwumi Adesina delivered a keynote address in Lagos, urging African governments to invest in young people through quality education, healthcare, skills development, and access to finance. He specifically highlighted Nigeria’s youth-focused initiatives, including the Nigerian Education Loan Fund and the Tertiary Education Trust Fund, alongside the i-DICE programme.

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Adesina described education as critical infrastructure, arguing that Africa’s growing youth population could drive economic growth if equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills. He also called for improved access to entrepreneurial financing and reliable infrastructure across the continent.

The Tinubu administration is currently addressing security challenges in Northern Nigeria while utilizing education funds like TETFund and NELFUND for infrastructure and higher education access.

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  • Tertiary Education Trust FundSpeculative

    The Tertiary Education Trust Fund could see increased international visibility and potential funding for the fund.

  • Nigerian Education Loan FundSpeculative

    The Nigerian Education Loan Fund might gain increased international visibility and potential funding for the loan fund.

  • NigeriaSpeculative

    Nigeria may see increased international focus and potential development financing for youth programs.

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