Ministry of Youth Development

13/07/2026

13/07/2026

Success is built, not stumbled upon.

As we begin the week, Hon. Adesola Gold reminds young people that intentional planning, preparation, and consistent action are the foundation of lasting achievement.

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01/07/2026

Happy New Month Ekiti Kete Youth🎉

28/06/2026

Turn Your Hustle into a Big Business, Ekiti Youth!

Are you a young entrepreneur or innovator in Ekiti State aged 18 to 40? The Ekiti State Ministry of Youth Development is calling on you to level up your game with the Youth Entrepreneurial Development Programme (YEDP), organised by the Ibadan Business School.

This 6-month online business incubation programme isn't about teaching vocational trades; it is designed to give your existing business or brand-new idea the structure, marketing power, and financial management it needs to thrive. Whether you are into fashion, agro-processing, digital services, or catering, this is your chance to get the expert consulting and legal advisory needed to build a sustainable enterprise.

Do not carry last on this massive opportunity to scale your hustle! Registration is entirely digital and quick to complete. Simply visit https://forms.gle/64TBAqxRrzqNJ3S1A to apply.

06/06/2026

CONGRATULATORY MESSAGE TO THE MEMBERS OF THE 5TH EKITI STATE YOUTH PARLIAMENT

On behalf of the Ministry of Youth Development, Ekiti State, I warmly congratulate all the newly inaugurated members of the 5th Ekiti State Youth Parliament on your successful inauguration.

Your emergence as representatives of the youth across the various constituencies in our dear state is a testament to the confidence reposed in your leadership capacity, vision, and commitment to youth development. I urge you to see this opportunity as a call to service and to distinguish yourselves as true agents of positive change in your respective constituencies.

As lawmakers and ambassadors of the Ekiti youth constituency, I encourage you to champion initiatives that promote good governance, youth inclusion, innovation, community development, and the overall advancement of young people across the state.

The Ministry of Youth Development remains ready and willing to partner with, support, and collaborate with the Youth Parliament in all its laudable endeavors. To ensure proper coordination, documentation, and institutional support, I encourage you to always carry the Ministry along in your activities and programs.

As you commence this important journey, I wish you a productive, impactful, and successful tenure. May your service leave a lasting legacy and contribute meaningfully to the growth and development of Ekiti State.

Congratulations once again, and I wish you all the very best.

Adesola Gold Adedayo
Hon. Commissioner for Youth Development
Ekiti State

01/06/2026

WELCOME TO JUNE

On behalf of the Ministry of Youth Development, Ekiti State, I warmly welcome Ekiti Kete Youths and residents to the month of June.

As we embrace a new month, may it bring renewed hope, greater opportunities, outstanding achievements, and continued progress for our dear state. Let us remain committed to building a brighter future through hard work, innovation, and unity.

Wishing everyone a productive, peaceful, and fulfilling month ahead.

Hon. Adesola Gold Adedayo
Commissioner, Ministry of Youth Development, Ekiti State

27/05/2026

On this blessed occasion of Eid al-Adha, I heartily felicitate with all Muslim Youth across Ekiti State.

Eid al-Adha reminds us of the virtues of sacrifice, obedience, faith, love, and compassion. As we celebrate, I encourage our young people to continue to uphold the values of peace, unity, tolerance, and selfless service to humanity.

May this sacred celebration bring joy to our homes, renewed strength to our hearts, and abundant blessings to our dear state and nation.

I wish all Ekiti Muslim Youth a peaceful, prosperous, and memorable Eid celebration.

Eid Mubarak!

Hon. Adesola Gold Adedayo
Honourable Commissioner, Ministry of Youth Development
Ekiti State

26/05/2026

Watch the video Highlights of the distribution of laptops to the beneficiaries of the first cohort of the EKITI DIGITAL ACCELERATION PROGRAM FOR 1000 EKITI YOUTHS