THE APGA NATIONAL CHAIRMAN LAUDS SENEGALESE AT THE INAUGURATION OF THE YOUNGEST AFRICAN PRESIDENT – BASSIROU DIOMAYE FAYE AND ENCOURAGES YOUTHS TO BE VERY ACTIVE IN THE POLITY OF NATIONS –
NIGERIA AS A CASE STUDY – WRITTEN BY NDUKA ANYANWU, SA, MEDIA TO THE NATIONAL CHAIRMAN APGA, BARRISTER SLY EZEOKENWA
The election of the youngest president in Africa can offer several valuable lessons. While the specific circumstances may vary depending on the individual and the country involved, THE APGA NATIONAL CHAIRMAN, BARRISTER SLY EZEOKENWA has Lauded SENEGALESE At The Inauguration Of The Youngest Africa President, Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Encourages Youths to be very active In the Polity of The Nations – NIGERIA AS A CASE STUDY, he emphasized that some general lessons that can be drawn from such an election are:
1. Youth Engagement and Empowerment: The election highlights the importance of engaging and empowering young people in the political process. It demonstrates that young leaders can bring fresh perspectives, innovative ideas, and a deep understanding of the challenges faced by their generation. Political systems should create opportunities for youth participation, provide platforms for their voices to be heard, and support their leadership development.
2. Overcoming Age Stereotypes: The election challenges age stereotypes and biases that may exist in politics. It emphasizes that leadership potential should not be solely determined by age but by qualities such as competence, vision, integrity, and a genuine commitment to public service. It encourages societies to reevaluate their assumptions about leadership and recognize the potential of young leaders to drive positive change.
3. Embracing Diversity: The election can serve as a reminder of the importance of diversity in leadership. By electing a young president, it shows a willingness to embrace different perspectives and experiences. It signifies a step towards a more inclusive and representative government that reflects the aspirations and needs of all citizens, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, or social background.
4. Inspiring Youth Participation: The election of the youngest president can inspire other young people to become more politically engaged. It can motivate them to actively participate in the democratic process, join political parties, and pursue leadership positions.
It serves as a positive example that encourages the youth to believe in their abilities and to actively contribute to shaping their countries’ future.
5. Policy Focus on Youth Issues: The election draws attention to youth-related issues and challenges. It highlights the need for policies that address the concerns and aspirations of young people, such as education, employment, entrepreneurship, social justice, and the environment. It reminds policymakers to prioritize youth development and create an
enabling environment that allows them to thrive and contribute to society.
It’s important to note that the success of a young president does not solely rely on their age but also on their leadership qualities, experience, and ability to effectively address the needs of their country. Each election is unique, and the lessons learned may vary depending on the specific context and circumstances surrounding the election of the youngest president in Africa or any other region.
In Nigeria he Leadership of APGA as towed that line as the able leadership is far below 40 years and as thus, has the capacity to ensure the policy of youth inclusiveness in the affairs of party and national politics is open for all despite age limit.
The APGA National Chairman, Barrister Sly wishes the New President of Senegal all the best as he pilots the affairs of their country to an enviable height of economic prosperity and growth.
We keep pushing and supporting the National Leadership as achieving such as the Senegalese’ is a heavy task but highly attainable though it requires A LONG-TERM AND MULTIFACETED APPROACH, with the commitment and collaboration of all stakeholders, including the government, private sector, civil society, and citizens. APGA once again is going to be an envious Political Party to watch!
For and on-behalf of Barrister Sly Ezeokenwa,
APGA National Chairman.
