UNFPA Nigeria

20/04/2026

Dr. Aminu Yusuf, Chairman of the National Population Commission
recently addressed in New York, delivering insightful remarks on digital inclusion and improved health outcomes.

His presentation emphasized the critical role of population, technology, and research in advancing sustainable development.

19/04/2026

UNFPA Executive Director Ms. Diene Keita at a side-event on how we can leverage innovation
as a ladder for those furthest behind.

And we cannot climb that ladder without the inclusion of women and young people.

It's time to dismantle ‘exclusion by design’.

UNFPA is committed to ensuring that the next wave of innovation reaches the last mile.

17/04/2026

15/04/2026

As part of ongoing efforts to enhance Nigeria’s geospatial data infrastructure, National Population Commission and UNFPA 🇳🇬
convened a strategic meeting with representatives from the University of Southampton in . 🇺🇳

The discussions led to actionable plans to advance high-resolution, policy-relevant population estimates. Also. these outcomes are designed to support the upcoming national census, promote evidence-based planning, inform public health initiatives, and foster sustainable development.

15/04/2026

https://nigeria.unfpa.org/en/visit-assistant-secretary-general-youth-affairs-and-head-united-nations-youth-office-dr-felipe

Felipe Paullier, Assistant Secretary General for Youth Affairs and Head of the United Nations Youth Office, visited Nigeria from April 6-10 on an official mission. During the week of high-level engagements, he met with government and

11/04/2026

Further highlights from the official visit of United Nations Assistant Secretary-General on Youth and Head of the Youth Office, Felipe Paullier, to .

During the mission, Mr. Paullier met with Vice President H.E. Kashim Shettima, federal ministers, Youth Parliament members and critical stakeholders in government and the private sector to promote collaborative efforts aimed at enhancing youth engagement in economic development and advancing progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals. 🇺🇳🇳🇬

10/04/2026

Small businesses are essential contributors to local economic growth, innovation, and community development. During his visit to the Small and Medium Enterprise Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN), United Nations Assistant Secretary General for Youth Affairs and Head of the United Nations Youth Office Dr. Felipe Paullier, engaged with SMEDAN management to explore effective strategies for enhancing youth participation in the advancement of small and medium enterprises in Nigeria, emphasizing the valuable role that young people play in promoting business growth and fostering innovation.

09/04/2026

On Day three of his visit to Nigeria, the United Nations Assistant Secretary General for Youth Affairs and Head of the United Nations Youth Office, Dr. Felipe Paullier, met the Director General of the National Youth Service Corps Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu.

It was an opportunity to further discuss opportunities for youth advancement and witness first-hand the healthcare interventions being undertaken by youth corps members in underserved communities by youth corps members

09/04/2026

During his visit to , UN Assistant Secretary General for Youth Affairs and Head of the United Nations Youth Office, Felipe Paullier, met with Daniel Amokachi in .

Their discussions focused on advancing opportunities for Nigerian youth through sports, education, and community development.

They also discussed the significant role of the Daniel Amokachi Foundation in fostering young football talent and supporting social empowerment initiatives through football. ⚽️🇺🇳🇳🇬

08/04/2026

Ongoing open door youth engagement with the United Nations Assistant Secretary General for Youth Affairs and Head of the United Nations Youth Office, Felipe Paullier in .

This interactive forum will provide young people the opportunity to present their priorities and concerns directly to the ASG.

07/04/2026

The Assistant Secretary General for Youth Affairs and Head of the United Nations Youth Office, Felipe Paullier, has officially begun his visit to .

The visit features meaningful discussions with youth representatives, government leaders, and key stakeholders to advance the Youth Agenda in the country by strengthening the role of young people as partners in development, peace, and human rights.

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