Following the announcement of the federal government’s new initiative, Youths Off The Street Initiative (YOTSI), many youths have taken to social media to express their dissatisfaction.
They accused the government of engaging in what they see as ineffective and politically motivated programs that fail to deliver meaningful results.
Emotional responses highlighted various initiatives launched under President Tinubu’s administration, including YOTSI, the National Directorate of Employment (NDE), Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET), the Youth Employment and Innovation Development Program (YEIDEP), and the Skills Upgrade Program for Artisans (SUPA).
Nyianshima Richard voiced his frustration on Facebook, stating that “Tinubu has no viable plans for Nigerian youth.”
Many youths feel the government is manipulating their emotions by frequently introducing programs that could potentially benefit unemployed young people.
Anumala Louisa, another Facebook user, expressed her exhaustion with the situation, saying, “we are tired of waiting.”
Similarly, Akanbi Kayode questioned the government’s reliability, remarking that “they might not pay as promised. I don’t trust this government.”
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Officially launched on July 29, 2025, the YOTSI initiative aims to raise $2.5 billion globally to empower millions of young Nigerians, particularly women, by creating jobs in agriculture and related fields.
Another initiative, YEIDEP, led by the Federal Ministry of Youth Development with support from global donors and local organizations, aims to establish a network of twenty million cooperative youth farmers and entrepreneurs by 2027, thereby transforming the economic prospects for Nigerian youth.
However, delays in the program have left many potential beneficiaries wondering why the government consistently misses deadlines.
According to the youth development ministry’s schedule, payments ranging from N50,000 to N500,000 in grants for eligible youth are set to begin from July 1 to the end of the month.
The initiative aims to provide financial support in agriculture, agritech, food processing, renewable energy, and related sectors, fostering job creation in areas that promote genuine growth and sustainability.
The Technical Vocational Empowerment Training (TVET) was introduced to replace the controversial Npower program, offering vocational training and empowerment to youths for their future.
