Nigeria at 66: Northern Youths Assembly Urges Unity, Peace and Responsible Citizenship
1 October 2026
The Northern Youths Assembly congratulates Nigerians at home and abroad on the occasion of the country’s 66th Independence Anniversary and calls on all citizens, particularly young people, to renew their commitment to national unity, peace, responsible citizenship and the collective development of Nigeria.
The Assembly describes Independence Day as an important occasion to reflect on the country’s journey, appreciate its diversity and reaffirm our collective resolve to build a peaceful, united and prosperous nation.
The Assembly urges citizens to promote peaceful coexistence, mutual respect, tolerance and understanding across ethnic, religious, political and regional lines.
The Assembly particularly calls on Nigerian youths to reject violence, intolerance, hate speech and other actions capable of undermining peace and national cohesion.
It further urges young Nigerians to channel their energy, talents and creativity towards education, skills development, entrepreneurship, innovation, community service and other productive activities that can contribute meaningfully to national development.
The Assembly also calls on political, traditional, religious and community leaders to give greater attention to issues affecting young people, particularly education, security, employment, skills development, economic empowerment and meaningful youth participation in public affairs.
The Northern Youths Assembly stresses the importance of respect for the rule of law and peaceful engagement in resolving differences. Building a stable and prosperous Nigeria requires the collective efforts of government, citizens, civil society organisations, the private sector and other stakeholders.
The Assembly urges Nigerian youths to remain patriotic, responsible and constructive in their engagement with national issues, and to pursue criticism, advocacy and civic participation through peaceful and lawful means.
The Northern Youths Assembly reaffirms its commitment to promoting youth participation, peaceful coexistence, national unity and sustainable development across Northern Nigeria and the country.
The Assembly wishes all Nigerians a peaceful and meaningful 66th Independence Anniversary and prays for continued peace, stability, progress and prosperity in Nigeria
