12/08/2026
INTERNATIONAL YOUTH DAY 2026
Different Contexts, Commom Aspiration.
To my dear young people of Edo South,
Today is a reminder of something I have always believed: the future of Edo is not waiting somewhere ahead of us. It is already in the hands of us young people.
To the young entrepreneur building with little capital, the graduate searching for an opportunity, the creative pursuing a dream, the young woman building a career, and everyone simply trying to find their way, I see you, and I believe in you.
The world is changing fast. Technology, AI, digital skills and entrepreneurship are creating new opportunities every day.
Don't be spectators. Position yourself.
Learn. Build. Network. Create. Take risks. Make mistakes. Start again.
Use your phone for more than scrolling. Use your talent for more than applause. And don't be ashamed to start small. Small beginnings are still beginnings.
To my fellow youths across Edo South, from Oredo to Egor, Ovia, Uhunmwode, Orhionmwon and Ikpoba-Okha, every community within our district , you have the talent, intelligence, and resilience to compete anywhere in the world;
And if you are already succeeding, remember to lift somebody else.
Your dreams are valid.
Your voice matters.
Your generation matters.
Believe in yourself. Believe in Edo. And never underestimate what you can become.
Happy International Youth Day 2026!
Rt. Hon. Omoregie Ogbeide-Ihama , FNSE.
APC Senatorial Candidate, Edo South.