The Federal Government is intensifying efforts to combat youth unemployment through a strategic partnership with the World Bank, Finance Minister Wale Edun has disclosed.Speaking in Washington D.C. at the World Bank/IMF Spring Meetings, Edun said the fo… Read on blog or Reader SMALL BUSINESS INSIGHTS Read on blog or Reader FG partners World Bank to tackle youth unemployment with digital jobs push By Busola Bamidele on April 30, 2025 The Federal Government is intensifying efforts to combat youth unemployment through a strategic partnership with the World Bank, Finance Minister Wale Edun has disclosed. Speaking in Washington D.C. at the World Bank/IMF Spring Meetings, Edun said the focus is on creating quality jobs for young Nigerians, aligning with President Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda. He noted that job creation is now a central theme among World Bank Governors globally. Read also: FG partners World Bank to tackle youth unemployment with digital jobs push Commissioner empowers over 23,000 youths, boosts SME growth Fire guts Jos main market, leaves traders in tears FG opens creative economy fund for Nigerian talents Gov Eno backs 405 small businesses with grants, equipment, cars "Our collaboration aims to unlock private capital, boost productivity, and scale up digital infrastructure especially internet access and fibre networks to empower youth for digital entrepreneurship," Edun stated. He stressed that sustainable job creation is key to reducing poverty, retaining talent, and reviving the economy. This initiative underscores a broader commitment to building a digital-ready workforce and fostering inclusive growth for Nigeria's youth.

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