It was established and given legal recognition in 1990. University of nigeria, nsukka abstract it is axiomatic to posit that there is a linkage between youth and national development. From the 2010 danish youth council report young peoples possibilities for influence in zimbabwe. Council means the national youth council established by section 2. The national youth council of nigeria nycn has declared a threeday fasting and prayer for the unity, peace and progress of nigeria. Constitution of the federal republic of nigeria, fourth alteration bill, no. The legislative powers of the federal republic of nigeria shall be vested in a national assembly for the federation, which shall consist of a senate and a house of representatives. This election and swearing in signaled an end to the weeklong congress and political horse trading for the leadership of the council. The organisation provides a platform for the advancement, mobilisation and coordination of youth development, and the promotion of peace, unity and tolerance. National youth council of nigeria nycn the national youth council of nigeria nycn was founded in 1964 to be the voice and the umbrella organization for youth organizations in the country. Appointment of national youth leader 1 there shall be a national youth leader appointed by the president, acting on the advice of the minister and for the avoidance of doubt it is hereby declared.
Former chairman kogi state chapter of the national youth council of nigeria nycn comrade nihi oladele today emerged president of the council thereby succeeding ikenga imo ugochinyere. However, the african youth charter recognizes youth as people between 1835. National youth policy 2009 by federal ministry of youth. National youth council of nigeria nycn peace insight. The national youth council of nigeria nycn is an umbrella body which represents young people in borno, nigeria. Jul 27, 2017 constitution of the federal republic of nigeria, fourth alteration bill, no. Historical development of the nigerian constitution. National youth council of nigeria rivers state chapter.
It is charged with policy formulation and implementation on issues bordering on youth development in nigeria. The minister presides at such meetings or, in hisher absence, hisher deputy. The nycn is not listed as a member of the commonwealth youth council. National council of youth sports the largest organization in america representing youth sports. Free download 1999 nigeria constitution as amended pdf. The draft constitution of youth information centers. The political situation in zimbabwe is extremely polarised. C itizen s on th e c om m en cem en t of th e c on stitu tion. Nigeria 4 international religious freedom report for 2018 united states department of state bureau of democracy, human rights, and labor the constitution provides that, in addition to common law courts, states may establish courts based on. A large part of west african economic activity is concentrated in nigeria. Crossborder activities closely link southern niger to the hausa. Nigerias first constitution as a sovereign state was enacted by a british order in council so as to come into force immediately upon independence, on 1 october 1960. The constitution of nma is supreme and its provisions shall have binding force on all authorities, organs, branches and members of the association and, where applicable, on any other persons.
Nigerian youth, between the ages of 18 35, as defined in nigerias national youth policy and. Subject to the provisions of the constitution of the federal republic of nigeria, 1999 as amended and any other laws for the time being in force in the federal republic of nigeria, the provisions of this constitution shall be supreme provided that where any rule, regulation or any other enactment of the party is inconsistent with. The continents history and the contradictions and engagements of the postcolonial era have precipitated deep political fault lines and congealed interests on. The church council consists of all deacons plus such members as determined by the church from time to time. The presidency shall cause a copy of the report made under this section to be laid before the national defence and security council. Short title this act may be cited as the national youth council. Read more ngo mobilises one million people for 300,000 trees. Policy decisions are made by the associations national executive council nec which is the governing body. However, in nigeria, not many young people know that the constitution of the federal republic of nigeria 1999 as amended places a legal barrier to the aspirations of youth to run for but a few elective positions as contained in the constitution. The national assembly shall have power to make laws for the peace, order and good government of the federation or any part thereof with respect to any. When the general assembly, by its resolution 5081 in 1995, adopted the world programme of action for youth to the year 2000 and. The national youth council of nigeria is the apex youth body in nigeria headed by amb.
The functions of the church council are those of the church meeting, and it acts on the churchs. Nigeria s first constitution as a sovereign state was enacted by a british order in council so as to come into force immediately upon independence, on 1 october 1960. As with any organized group that meets as a club or society, a youth organization benefits from an established written constitution that sets down the general principles governing the group, along with bylaws that delineate specific rules of procedure. Mar, 2017 this bill seeks to alter section 315 of the constitution of the federal republic of nigeria, 1999 to remove the lawmaking powers of the executive arm of government and delete the national youth service corps decree, the public complaints commission act, the national security agencies act and the land use act from the constitution, so that they. Advocate of youth sports national council of youth sports. National youth policy and strategic plan of action, 2002. The general council shall on the recommendation of the executive council approve. Establishment of the national youth service there shall be established and maintained the national youth service. The constitution of the church of pentecost the preamble in the name of the almighty god, we, the members of the church of pentecost, in exercise of our natural right and freedom to establish a church which shall be used to propagate the word of god. The national council on youth development the national youth policy recognizes and draws from the input from the first ever national council on youth developmentheldin katsina state.
Germany, national council of hellenic youth organizations greece, national youth council of ireland, latvijas jaunatnes padome latvia, council of lithuanian youth organisations lijot, national youth council of nigeria, conselho nacional. He lived in nigeria for four years, working first at the nigerian daily trust newspaper and then for the british broadcasting corporations news website. Whereas we regard as part of the body of christ the church of pentecost. Director means the director of the council appointed in terms of section 35.
Ing interim national government 27 aug17 nov 93 j high court judge jac judge of the court of appeal jsc judge of the supreme court mosop movement for the survival of the ogoni people ndsc national defence and security council nycop national youth council of ogoni people ompadec oil minerals producing areas development commission. Nigeria is the most populous cou ntry in africa, the second biggest economy, the third largest military power and the biggest oil producer. This intercourse is not only symbiotically connected. This event will be hosted by akisan northern new jersey, april 17, 2020 to april 19, 2020. We are a 501 c 3 nonprofit organization aimed at promoting, encouraging and fostering unity. Home national council of nigerian muslim organizations. National youth council of nigeria nycn home facebook.
Nigeria 4 international religious freedom report for 2018 united states department of state bureau of democracy, human rights, and labor the constitution provides that, in addition to common law courts, states may establish courts based on sharia or customary traditional law. Trustees for the missionary areas shall be appointed by the respective national councils. We the nigerian muslim organization in the united states of america, in order to promote cooperation, unity, charity, and propagation of islam in our communities in accordance with the principles recommended in the holy quran and the tradition of the holy prophet muhammad peace be upon him do hereby establish the national council of nigerian. To enhance the credibility of the 2011 polls in nigeria, the national democratic institute ndi or the institute fielded a preelection mission, a longterm observation mission, and two election day missions to monitor various phases of the electoral process. Full list of 1999 constitution amendment 1999 constitution. He was pressured to do this by the caseley hayfordled west african congress in 1922, which was the year the first constitution was constituted for nigeria and a host of other west african countries colonized by the british, namely gambia, sierra leone and gold coast. National youth policy of nigeria revised 2009 federal. An act of parliament to establish the national youth council, to provide for its incorporation, powers and functions, and for connected purposes part i preliminary 1. The man that formulated the first constitution for nigeria was sir hugh clifford. National youth council of nigeria official website. The national youth council of nigeria nycn was established in 1964. National hiv and aids strategic framework 20172021, 2016. It is the umbrella body and the mouthpiece of the nigerian youth. This bill seeks to alter section 315 of the constitution of the federal republic of nigeria, 1999 to remove the lawmaking powers of the executive arm of government and delete the national youth service corps decree, the public complaints commission act, the national security agencies act and the land use act from the constitution, so that they.
Andrew walker is a freelance journalist who has covered nigeria since 2006. Name the organisation shall be called the skegness youth council 2. Youth organisations that are seemed to be connected with the opposition and working with democracy, governance, civil education, etc. Fundamental rights of the 1999 constitution of the federal. This nysc decree now act is part of the 1999 constitution of the federal republic of nigeria section 315.
If you continue browsing the site, you agree to the use of cookies on this website. Aug 23, 20 strategic plan for the national youth council of nigeria 2011 2015 slideshare uses cookies to improve functionality and performance, and to provide you with relevant advertising. As the largest military power in the region, nigeria played a central role in the ecowas efforts to end the civil wars in liberia and sierra leone. This constitution has improved on the 1979 constitution of nigeria in seeking to promote federalism both in its classical formulation and as a tool for achieving the much needed unity in diversity 1. Youth in nigeria includes citizens of the federal republic of nigeria aged 1829 years according to the new youth policy. Constitutionalism and the national question in nigeria julius o. Full list of 1999 constitution amendment channels television. The 1999 constitution of nigeria provides what may be regarded as basic and rather comprehensive legal framework for true federalism. National youth council of nigeria rivers state chapter, port harcourt. Part ii powers of the federal republic of nigeria 4. Ncys brings awareness to recognize, prevent, and respond to situations.
Ihonvbere the number one political contradiction or challenge in africa today is how to deal with the national question. Constitutionalism and the national question in nigeria. The national youth council of nigeria is a major stakeholder in the implementation of the national youth policy, as an umbrella organization for youth ngos, and youth organizations across the country the nycn pursues democratic norms at all times, embrace the principles of accountability and transparency in all its conduct, and initiate and. Therefore, the role of youth on national development can not be over emphasised. Under this constitution nigeria retained queen elizabeth ii as titular head of state. Federal ministry of youth development, nigeria, name. No 29 aswan street wuse zone 3 abuja, opposite peka garden, abuja fct, nigeria. The national youth council of nigeria nycn is an umbrella organisation for youth in nigeria, however the official facebook page has not been updated since 2011. Aims the main aims of the skegness youth council shall be.
Strategic plan for improving the reproductive health of young adults and adolescents in edo state nigeria draft, year not known. National council means the national council of the national youth council as specified in section 12 parish means the 14 parishes of jamaica and the municipality of portmore parish youth council means a parish youth council specified in part vi. The constitution of the church of pentecost the preamble in the name of the almighty god, we, the members of the church of pentecost. The national youth council nyc is an autonomous body established by the national youth council act 1993 and seeks to be the leading organization in empowerment of youths and acts as an umbrella organisation for young people and youth organisations in uganda and seeks to organize, mobilize and engage youth in development activities. Published by the national council for law reporting with the authority of the attorneygeneral. National youth council of nigeria news latest breaking.