By: Newsbreeze
As Nigeria marks its Independence Anniversary, the Senior Special Assistant to the Delta State Governor on Youth Mobilization, Hon. Chief Lucky Blessing Abuah, has called on Nigerian youths to remain hopeful, responsible and actively involved in the process of building a stronger and more prosperous nation.
Abuah, popularly known as “Bullet Empire,” in a message to Nigerian youths on the occasion of the Independence Day celebration, said the nation’s future depends significantly on the creativity, energy, discipline and determination of its young people.
He urged youths not to allow present challenges to destroy their confidence in Nigeria, stressing that nation-building is a gradual process that requires patience, participation and collective responsibility.
According to him, believing in the country does not mean ignoring its challenges, but choosing to remain committed to finding solutions and contributing positively to national development.
“Our challenges should not make us abandon our hope in Nigeria. Every generation inherits challenges, but every generation also has the opportunity to leave behind a better nation.”
Abuah encouraged young Nigerians to continue believing in responsible leadership while also demanding accountability, contributing ideas and supporting initiatives that promote development.
He said meaningful progress cannot be achieved by government alone, noting that citizens, particularly young people, have an important role to play through cooperation, constructive engagement, hard work and respect for democratic institutions.
Leadership and followership are two sides of nation-building. When government provides direction and citizens contribute their energy, ideas and cooperation, development becomes a shared responsibility.
The Governor’s aide said youths should see themselves not merely as beneficiaries of government programmes, but as active partners in the development of their communities, Delta State and Nigeria.
He urged young people to acquire skills, embrace entrepreneurship, pursue education, reject violence and criminality, and use technology and their talents to create opportunities for themselves and others.
Abuah noted that recent government efforts at expanding opportunities for young Nigerians through skills development, entrepreneurship and other empowerment initiatives demonstrate the importance of investing in the country’s youthful population. The Federal Government, for instance, announced in September 2026 a programme targeting five million young Nigerians through skills acquisition and empowerment initiatives.
He also referenced the broader emphasis by the Federal Government on youth participation in technology, entrepreneurship, agriculture, manufacturing and the creative sector.
According to him, young Nigerians must therefore position themselves to take advantage of opportunities while remaining committed to improving their communities.
The Nigeria we desire will not be built by government officials alone. It will be built by students who refuse to give up, entrepreneurs who create jobs, professionals who serve with integrity, farmers who feed the nation and young people who choose purpose over destruction.
Abuah further appealed to youths to support peaceful coexistence and resist attempts to use them to promote violence, division or hatred.
He stressed that Nigeria’s diversity should be viewed as an opportunity for cooperation rather than a reason for division.
We may speak different languages, practise different faiths and come from different communities, but our future is connected. When Nigeria succeeds, we all have something to gain.
The SSA said youths should also understand that supporting leadership does not mean surrendering their right to ask questions or demand better governance.
Rather, he explained that constructive engagement, dialogue and cooperation can help strengthen the relationship between government and citizens and create an environment where development can thrive.
He urged young Nigerians in Delta State to continue supporting peaceful and developmental initiatives while contributing their skills and ideas toward the growth of their communities.
Do not underestimate the power of your contribution. A better Nigeria begins with the choices we make every day—in our homes, schools, workplaces, communities and places of service.
Abuah congratulated Nigerians on the Independence Anniversary and called on citizens to renew their commitment to peace, unity, patriotism and national development.
He expressed optimism that with responsible leadership, active citizenship and meaningful youth participation, Nigeria can continue to overcome its challenges and build a future that gives young people greater opportunities to thrive.
Independence gave us a nation; our responsibility is to build the Nigeria we want to inherit. Let us choose hope, hard work, unity and service. The future is not somewhere we are going—it is something we are building together.
He wished Nigerians a peaceful and meaningful Independence Day celebration and called on young people to remain hopeful, productive and committed to the progress of Nigeria.
Happy Independence Day, Nigeria and Delta State.