Niger Delta youths to honour inside minister,Tunji-Ojo as ‘reliable export’

The Niger Delta Youth Parliament has introduced plans to honour the Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, with the title of ‘Niger Delta’s Most Reliable Export’ on the maiden Niger Delta Youth Day Celebration 2026.

The two-day occasion, scheduled to start on November 19 in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, is anticipated to deliver collectively younger folks, authorities officers, conventional rulers, enterprise leaders and different stakeholders from throughout the 9 Niger Delta states.

The organisers mentioned the popularity was in acknowledgement of Tunji-Ojo’s public service profile, contributions to nationwide growth and the inspiration his skilled journey represents to younger Nigerians.

The minister oversees the Ministry of Interior, which is accountable for key areas of nationwide administration, together with immigration, correctional companies and citizenship issues.

The Niger Delta Youth Parliament mentioned the honour was additionally supposed to encourage younger folks to embrace competence, innovation, integrity, enterprise and purposeful participation in nation-building.

In an announcement forward of the occasion, the organisation mentioned the Niger Delta should intentionally develop a tradition of celebrating achieved people, documenting their contributions and drawing classes from their experiences.

It mentioned, “The Niger Delta is richly endowed with human capital, mental capability and distinctive skills. Beyond our pure sources, our biggest belongings are our folks.

“Hon. Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo represents an important personality in the national conversation about leadership, public service and institutional transformation. We are delighted to celebrate him and recognise his place in the story of our region.”

The celebration, themed, ‘From Vision to Reality: Transforming the Niger Delta through Innovation and Diversification’, is designed to supply a regional platform for discussions on youth growth and sustainable financial development.

According to the organisers, actions lined up for the occasion embody management conversations, coverage engagements, youth empowerment discussions, cultural exhibitions, innovation showcases, networking periods and recognition of distinguished personalities.

Participants are additionally anticipated to debate sensible approaches to financial diversification, entrepreneurship, abilities acquisition, expertise, schooling, peace-building and sustainable regional growth.

The organisers harassed that the celebration would transcend leisure and ceremonial awards, describing it as an initiative to strengthen youth id, promote optimistic management narratives and encourage a era dedicated to the area’s growth.

The Niger Delta Youth Parliament mentioned the occasion was a part of its dedication to youth inclusion, regional integration, management growth and sustainable growth throughout the Niger Delta.