A nation that cannot employ its youth, cannot sustain peace - Kwamuhene urges urgent job creation

Daasebre Aduamouah Agyepong II called on the government to take urgent steps to address youth unemployment on Saturday, 2 May in the Eastern Region. He warned that failure to create jobs and invest in skills development could undermine peace and stability, stating, "A nation that cannot productively employ its youth cannot sustain peace."

Daasebre Aduamouah Agyepong II made the appeal on behalf of the Eastern Regional House of Chiefs during President John Dramani Mahama's "Reset Tour." He described youth unemployment as one of the most pressing challenges facing both the region and the country, despite the growing number of educated and willing young people. He said, "Youth unemployment remains the most urgent and painful challenge in this region, and indeed across the nation."

The President of the Kwahu Traditional Council stressed that addressing the issue requires deliberate government action to expand employment opportunities, strengthen skills training, and attract industries to the Eastern Region. He urged the government to "act with urgency-create jobs, invest in skills, and anchor real industry here in the Eastern Region."