Africa Needs Builders, Not Bystanders – Youth Urged to Lead with Vision

The Chief Executive Officer of the National Youth Authority, Mr. Osman Abdulai Ayariga Esq., at the Accelerating Africa’s Growth Conference held at the CEDI Conference hall of the University of Ghana, has emphasized the need for African youth to draw inspiration from the continent’s great visionary leaders such as Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, Nelson Mandela, Patrice Lumumba, Julius Nyerere, and many others who forged a united and self-sufficient Africa. He urged the youth not to waste their potential on fleeting trends and entertainment that do not contribute meaningfully to economic growth or Africa’s transformation.

He strongly stated, “The future of Africa solely depends on the youthful population.” He asserted that the youth should take action now instead of waiting and relying on future generations to kick off progress. “When we dance, we should dance to make Africa rich. When we sing, we should sing patriotic songs worthy of a continent as beautiful as this,” he added, expressing optimism that the values and content created on the continent will reflect the identity of a region ready for transformation. Furthermore, he said he is confident that African youth are ready to take charge of the world.