National Youth Policy

A Policy outlines the government's approach to youth development in Nigeria. It targets young people aged 15 to 29 and organizations supporting them through education, employment, and health initiatives. This fosters their active participation in national development.

What Is This Policy?

Nigeria's overarching policy for youth development, defining the government's approach to empowering young people aged 15 to 29 through education, employment, health, civic participation, and social protection.

Who Does It Target?

Young Nigerians aged 15 to 29 Federal and state ministries of youth Youth-serving organizations and NGOs Private sector employers of youth

What Does It Aim to Achieve?

Create an enabling environment for Nigerian youth to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, and engaged citizens contributing to national development.

Key Features

Youth Employment: Skills development, entrepreneurship support, and job creation programmes Education: Access to quality education and vocational training Health: Youth-friendly health services, sexual and reproductive health, and mental health support Civic Participation: Promotion of youth involvement in governance and decision-making Social Protection: Safety nets and support for vulnerable and disadvantaged youth

Current Status

Rollout Stage: Active Coverage: Nationwide Lead Agency: Federal Ministry of Youth and Sports Development Partners: UNDP, ILO, UNICEF, youth NGOs

How to Access

The policy is available through the Federal Ministry of Youth and Sports Development. Access through the ministry website and publications Youth organizations can engage with policy implementation through state youth departments

Official Resources

Website: youthsportsdevelopment.gov.ng Contact: Federal Ministry of Youth and Sports Development, Abuja

Legal Framework

Operates under the National Youth Council Act, the National Directorate of Employment Act, the Industrial Training Fund Act 2011, the Universal Basic Education Act 2004, 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.