The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, has urged Nigerian youths to take active part in the nation’s political process.

‎The Speaker gave the charge on Tuesday in Abuja at the unveiling of the Take Action Campaign with the theme, “Awakening a generation: Youthful leadership for a new Nigeria, a nationwide initiative aimed at empowering young Nigerians to take up leadership roles in politics and public service.

‎ Abbas lamented that despite youths comprising over 60 per cent of Nigeria’s population, their influence in decision-making and governance remains minimal, urging young Nigerians to make the most of their numbers in the nation’s political trajectory.