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Friedrich Ebert Stiftung Open Minds - Young Voices is a Network of socially conscious and proactive Nigerian youths, advocating for social democracy in Nigeria.

24/09/2026

“Freeman and slave, patrician and plebeian, lord and serf, guild-master and journeyman, in a word, oppressor and oppressed, stood in constant opposition to one another.”

In the last class, the facilitator on “Nigeria and Economic Development: Preparing Youth for Transformation”, Comrade Echezona Asuzu took a leaf out of the pages of the Communist Manifesto as he explained the various Economic systems that have evolved throughout the history of humanity.

The session was very interesting and enlightening as the FITs examined Capitalism, Socialism, Social Market and Communism as various economic systems. They learnt that for any real industrial revolution to occur, organization and technology is sacrosant.

To conclude the class, they were tasked with the responsibility of analyzing Nigeria’s current economic system and proposing alternatives.

To know more about the open minds young voices, visit our website at: www.omyv.org.ng

16/09/2026

As young changemakers, we recognize that climate progress is development progress and a climate resilient Nigeria starts with everyone of us 💪🏾. ~ OMYV FITs’ 09

15/09/2026

We were honored to have participated in the State of the Nigeria Youth Dialogue, hosted at the National Institute of Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS) under the theme “From Policy Commitments to Meaningful Investment and Action.”

From sobering statistics on youth employment, education, and security presented by Dr. Mathew (FCDO) to high-level commitments from Plan International , , ActionAid Nigeria , Democracy Convening Alliance and the message was clear; Young people must shift from being passive beneficiaries to active co-creators of our national destiny.
Key Highlights from this session include;
📌 emphasized that a youth-centered Nigeria won’t happen on paper, it requires real sustained investment. We must take action over promises.
📌 (NYCN) challenged young people to prepare, invest in themselves, and step up to take on governance responsibilities.
📌 Sir Rotimi of urged youths to stay engaged and leverage existing initiatives designed for youth empowerment.
The dialogue closed with the reading of a national Policy Paper, alongside firm commitments from the Ministry of Youth Development, Democracy Convening, and Plan International to drive true youth inclusion.
The shift is happening. We are moving from consultation to implementation.

Nigerian Youths have been consulted enough. Now is the time for ACTION.What action are you taking today to shape the Nigeria we deserve? Drop your thoughts below! 👇🏾

12/09/2026

We are calling on ALL Renters in Abuja! We want to hear from you!

If you’ve ever rented a home in Abuja, we kindly ask you to take about 5-10 minutes to share your experiences with us.

Your feedback is incredibly valuable and will play a crucial role in shaping recommendations for a more equitable rental system in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

Your voice matters 💪🏾 let’s work together to create positive change in the rental community!

👉🏾 Fill out the survey: https://tinyurl.com/TenancyChargesSurvey

11/09/2026

In the last learning module, our FITs took a deep dive into the physical basis of climate change, the mechanics of the carbon cycle, and what a truly just transition demands for Nigeria’s future.From desertification in the North to erosion in the Niger Delta, climate change touches every sector of our society, and we cannot separate climate progress from development progress.

Through this session, it is was revealed that Our path going forward lies in decoupling economic growth from emissions while unlocking circular economy jobs and safeguarding energy access for our communities.

To know more about the open minds young voices, visit our website at www.omyv.org.ng

10/09/2026

We were proud to be a part of the National Dialogue on Financing Youth Development by PLAN International alongside UN Women and the Office of the Special Assistant to the President on Youth Initiatives for the International YouthDay 2026.

The Dialogue addressed some key challenges;
📌 The existing Gaps in Budget Analysis, critical shortfalls in youth-centered funding, proving that our national budgets still lag behind the needs of young people.
📌 The Importance of a Gender-Transformative Budgeting systems as it requires a fiscal lens that actively dismantles gender disparities and funds equitable opportunities for all.
📌 Accountability for political promises to be able to build a sustainable future.
We demand policies that promote sustainability through direct funding, and youth seats at the table in governance and budgetary decision-making.

We remain committed to fighting for transparent fiscal processes, inclusive governance, and a Nigeria where young voices actively shape national development.

To know more about the open minds young voices, visit our website at www.omyv.org.ng

24/08/2026

What has the OMYV journey been like for our Fellows-in-Training? What have they learned, unlearned, and discovered since the training began?

Join us as we hear directly from Cohort 9 Fellows as they share their experiences, reflections, expectations, challenges, and memorable moments so far.

🎙️ Host: Jonathan Onipe
💬 Guests: Oyinkansola Adaranijo, Michael Omotayo Kehinde & Ukachi Cynthia
📅 Wednesday, 26 August 2026
⏰ 7:00 PM WAT
📍 X Space:
🔗 https://twitter.com/i/spaces/1qGoNYbEVrQKv

Come listen, engage, and experience MY OMYV STORY through the voices of Cohort 9.
Set a reminder, invite a friend, and join the conversation!

To know more about the open minds young voices, visit our website at: www.omyv.org.ng

19/08/2026

Following the last session with , our FITs share what unity sounds like in their local languages.
Across every accent and dialect, the message remains the same: “we move forward together.”

What does “Unity” mean in your local language? Tell us in the comments! 👇🏾

17/08/2026

“The process that determines who gets what, when, and how.”

This is how Mr.Chinedu Nwagu defines politics. He shared this perspective during the last session with the fellows-in-training, where he explored Religion, Culture, and Politics as Unifying Factors in Nigeria’s Development.

The session challenged the FITs to examine the stereotypes, prejudices, and misconceptions that have contributed to division among Nigerians over the years.
A key takeaway was the importance of recognizing our cultural lenses and learning to take them off so we can understand and appreciate perspectives different from our own.

Mr. Nwagu also delved into Activism and Advocacy, Federal Character, and Affirmative Action in Nigeria, sparking thought-provoking conversations throughout the class.

It was an engaging and memorable session that left participants with new perspectives and a renewed way of seeing the world.

To know more about us, visit our website at: www.omyv.org.ng
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