Abia-born businessman and seasoned entrepreneur, Dr. Chimaobi Desmond Anyaso, has called on Nigerian youths to embrace entrepreneurship, innovation, and responsible leadership as critical drivers of sustainable national development.
Anyaso made the call while delivering the opening address as Chairman of the 5th Anniversary and Extraordinary Convention of Progressive Abia Youths, themed “Reimagining Governance: Youth Leadership, Technology and Sustainable National Development — Appraising Our Journey, Organizing the Future.”
He said the era of passive participation among young people is over, urging youths to move beyond complaints and become active stakeholders in governance, economic productivity, and nation-building.
According to him, entrepreneurship remains one of the most effective training grounds for leadership, as it builds discipline, accountability, problem-solving capacity, and economic independence—qualities required for effective governance.
Speaking on recent developments in Abia State, Anyaso commended the administration of Governor Alex Chioma Otti for what he described as a visible transition from promises to performance.
He noted that renewed public confidence, ongoing infrastructure development, and purposeful governance have become evident in the state, stressing that such progress must be protected through continuity.
Anyaso therefore urged stakeholders and young people to support reforms aimed at repositioning Abia State for sustainable growth.
He further challenged youths to adopt a new mindset focused on value creation, technology adoption, skills development, and innovation rather than dependence on government employment.
Declaring the convention open, Anyaso encouraged participants to think boldly, build capacity, lead with integrity, and position themselves as architects of Nigeria’s future.
The convention attracted youth leaders, professionals, entrepreneurs, and other stakeholders committed to advancing youth inclusion in governance and national development.
