Former Bauchi Deputy Governor, Sule Katagum, has warned over a potential youth-led revolution, citing widespread neglect and increasing hardship faced by the young people.
Katagum warned that if urgent measures were not taken to address those challenges, the frustrations of the youth could soon erupt into a powerful movement for change.
He gave the warning during the 1st Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Youths summit held in Bauchi.
Drawing inspiration from the late politician, Alhaji Yusuf Maitama Sule, Katagum revealed that the signs of unrest stemmed from a lack of national philosophy, creativity, and accountability across various sectors.
He noted that insecurity, political chaos, societal immorality, and economic corruption were symptoms of a broader national malaise, leading to widespread frustration among young people.
He lamented that today’s youth face a bleak future, growing up in an environment filled with despair, and warned that unless leaders changed their ways, the youth may soon push for radical change.
Katagum attributed some of the blame to the older generation, who he believed had failed to create a country the youth can take pride in.
This is as he also acknowledged that corruption and a focus on material wealth had clouded values, leaving the youth disillusioned.
Also addressing the summit, former Governor Mohammed Abdullahi (SAN) encouraged youths to avoid becoming tools for political violence and instead harness their numbers and potential to create positive change.