Ghanaian youth need opportunities, not labels - Paul Twum-Barimah
Paul Twum-Barimah rejected claims that Ghanaian youth are lazy on May 12, stating, "Ghanaian youth are not lazy; they possess enormous potential and need good policies and a conducive environment to thrive." He spoke on the theme "Youth Potential."
Twum-Barimah said that young Ghanaians demonstrate creativity, resilience and innovation despite economic challenges and limited opportunities. He stressed that the country's youth require the right support systems to excel in education, entrepreneurship, technology and national development. He urged policymakers and stakeholders to prioritise investments in skills training, job creation and youth empowerment initiatives to help address unemployment and frustration among the younger population.
Twum-Barimah encouraged young people to remain determined and focused despite present difficulties, urging them to continue developing their talents and pursuing productive ventures. He said Ghana's future depends heavily on the energy, innovation and commitment of its youth, adding that national development can only be sustained when young people are given the chance to realise their full potential.
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Paul Twum-Barimah, former Dormaa East MP, addressed the topic of "Youth Potential" in Ghana. He emphasized the need for support and opportunities - but what kind of impact could this have?
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