Nigerian Youths For Atiku
About Nigerian Youths For Atiku (NYFA)
The Nigerian Youths for Atiku (NYFA) is a vibrant, youth-led movement founded by Prof. Gold C.W. Emmanuel, aiming to mobilize and empower Nigerian youth in support of H.E. Alhaji Atiku Abubakar's vision for Nigeria. NYFA is dedicated to promoting the values of good governance, youth empowerment, and national development. Founded on the ideals of progressive leadership and inspired by the exploits of Nigeria’s former Vice President, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar (GCON), NYFA aims to harness the energy, creativity, and idealism of young Nigerians to drive positive change and transformation in Nigeria.
Our Vision
Our vision is to create a Nigeria where youths are empowered to participate actively in governance, decision-making processes, and community development. We envision a Nigeria where the creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurial spirit of youths are harnessed to drive economic growth, social progress, and national development.
Our Mission
NYFA is committed to promoting the values of good governance, youth empowerment, and national development. Our mission is to: 1. Empower Youths: Provide platforms and initiatives that empower young Nigerians to participate actively in governance, decision-making processes, and community development. 2. Promote Education Reform: Advocate for comprehensive education reform to ensure quality and accessible education for all Nigerian youths. 3. Support Economic Development: Address unemployment, promote entrepreneurship, and support sustainable economic development through strategic policies and programs. 4. Foster Youth Engagement: Encourage active youth participation in political processes, civic engagement, and community initiatives.
Our Objectives
1. Mobilize Youths: Mobilize young Nigerians to participate actively in the electoral process and to support progressive leadership. 2. Build Capacity: Build the capacity of young Nigerians to participate effectively in governance, decision-making processes, and community development. 3. Promote Policy Reforms: Advocate for policy reforms that promote youth empowerment, education reform, and economic development. 4. Foster Partnerships: Foster partnerships with like-minded organizations, civil society groups, and stakeholders to promote our objectives.
Our Structure
NYFA’s leadership and administrative structure are well organized from the national to the polling unit level. At the top is the National Executive Council, which is led by the Founder and President, Prof. Gold C.W. Emmanuel. She works with an advisory board made up of eminent and resourceful people. At the geo-political zones, Zonal Coordinators hold the fort while State and Local Government Coordinators preside over affairs at the states and local government levels.
About our Founder
Prof. Gold C.W. Emmanuel is the founder and president of NYFA.
As a Chartered Developmental Psychologist, Psychosexual Consultant, activist, advocate, and philanthropist, her passion for youth empowerment and national development shines brightly through her leadership at NYFA and numerous community initiatives.
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Thanks to Prof. Gold's inspiring guidance, NYFA has launched fantastic projects like the Ramadan Feeding Program, bringing meals to vulnerable communities during the holy month, the construction of the NYFA Mosque in Taraba State and commitment to empowering youth and supporting women across the country. These initiatives truly highlights the organization's dedication to humanitarian efforts and uplifting communities!
