King Charles III Declares Support For Nigerian Youth | Citizen NewsNG

KING Charles III of the United Kingdom has acknowledged the growing influence of young Nigerians, saying they are change makers that can shape the world’s future.
The British monarch expressed hope that his charity, Prince’s Trust International (PTI), will continue to assist them to realise their dreams.

According to a statement from the non-governmental organisation (NGO), King Charles III spoke this week during the launch of PTI in Nigeria.

The NGO, originally active in the UK but now in 20 countries since 2015, works with local organisations to deliver employability, education and enterprise programmes that help young people build sustainable careers.

PTI expressed commitment to helping “tens of thousands” of young Nigerians into work.

In a message read out during the launch, King Charles III said: “I am enormously inspired by the determination and commitment of young people, some of whom you will hear from later.

“They are change makers; they will shape the world’s future and we must support them to realise their dreams.

“Looking ahead, I very much hope the important work of Prince’s Trust International and our partners can grow and help many more young people in Nigeria to build brighter futures.”

According to the statement, The Prince’s Trust – which birthed PTI – has helped over 1 million young people across the world since it was founded in 1976.

At the launch, PTI’s CEO Will Straw also announced new data looking at young Nigerians’ attitudes to the future of work, delivered in partnership with YouGov and HSBC.

He said new data from PTI revealed that almost 90 per cent of young Nigerians feel that global increases in the cost of living have impacted them personally.

“Around three quarters have not had a pay rise to keep up with rising costs. Prince’s Trust International’s programmes work with local partners in Nigeria, building on their expertise, to respond to three specific challenges which significantly affect young people’s chances of building the future they deserve: skills, jobs and experience gaps

“Young people are told you can’t get a job because you lack experience, but can’t gain experience because you can’t get a job.

“Prince’s Trust International programmes aim to close these gaps by focusing on core life skills such as confidence and team work, and working with the private sector to offer work placements.

“The programmes provide young people with opportunities to develop these crucial skills and secure sustainable livelihoods. Of those who joined the first employability skills programme in Nigeria, 96% were in work or training within three months,” Straw said.

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