NATIONAL YOUTH POLICY (REVISED)

What Is This Policy?

The National Youth Policy is the official Nigerian government policy that provides a framework for youth development, empowerment, and participation in national life.

Who Does It Target?

The policy directly targets Nigerian youth aged 15–35, and indirectly targets institutions, government agencies, and organizations responsible for creating opportunities and supporting youth development.

What Does It Aim to Achieve?

The National Youth Policy aims to empower Nigerian youth socially, economically, and politically, promote their wellbeing, skills development, inclusion, and active participation in national development.

Key Features

Youth Empowerment Focus Emphasizes self-reliance, entrepreneurship, and employability and provides programs to equip youth with skills and opportunities for economic independence. Education and Skills Development Covers formal and non-formal education, vocational training, and ICT literacy. It supports lifelong learning and youth capacity-building programs. leadership and Civic Engagement Encourages youth to participate in governance, policy-making, and community development. Supports leadership training and youth councils at local, state, and national levels. Health and Wellbeing Promotes access to health care, reproductive health services, mental health support, and healthy lifestyles. It Aims to reduce substance abuse, HIV/AIDS, and other social risks.

Current Status

Rollout Stage: implementation Coverage: applies nationwide Beneficiaries to Date: all youths Funding: government budgets

Important Terms

Term 1- Youth Empowerment Activities and programs aimed at building skills, confidence, and self-reliance for social and economic participation. Term 2- Non-Formal Education (NFE) Learning opportunities outside the formal school system, including vocational, technical, or literacy programs for out-of-school youth. Term 3- Skills Acquisition Training youth in practical, technical, and entrepreneurial skills to enhance employability.

Official Resources

National Youth Registration Portal (NYREG) This is a government‑linked platform tied to the Ministry that connects youth organizations and stakeholders in youth development. Website: https://nyreg.ng registration and accreditation portal for youth‑focused organizations. Address: New Federal Secretariat Complex, Phase II, Block D (2nd Floor), Shehu Shagari Way, Abuja. Phone: +234 80‑2308‑3708 / +234 912‑428‑9399 (contact numbers listed for NYREG) Email: [email protected] (for portal enquiries) Contact: +234 (0) 9461 7700 Federal Ministry of Youth Development This is the main federal agency responsible for the formulation and implementation of the National Youth Policy in Nigeria. Official Website: https://fmyd.gov.ng the official portal of the Federal Ministry of Youth Development, where youth programmes, policy documents, and updates are published. Head Office Address: Bullet Building, Shehu Shagari Way, Central Business District, Abuja 900103, Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria. Email: [email protected] (general enquiries) Phone: +234 916 110 5050 / +234 707 922 5464 (office contact numbers listed on the ministry portal) Link to the document- Link to document

Legal Framework

Operates under the National Youth Council Act, the National Directorate of Employment Act, the Universal Basic Education Act 2004, the Child Rights Act 2003, and the National Social Investment Programme framework. Draws on the UN World Programme of Action for Youth, the AU Youth Charter, and the ECOWAS Youth Policy.