Appraisal of the Role of Youth in Nation Building
by Abdul Adamu, Adeola Oladapo Ojo, Ahmed A. Ibrahim, Blessing T. Abecan, Coker O. Victor, Duru John Chikwendu, Gabriel A. Sotade, Jegede A. Olorunbi, Oju Sunday Agboola, Olusegun Abel Oyinwola, Paulina Suleman, Rilwan A. Ajibade, Victor A. C. Biodun
Published: January 23, 2026 • DOI: 10.51244/IJRSI.2026.13010028
Abstract
Appraisal of the roles of youth in nation building is a major issues in any given community. The paper is to identify the indices of nation building in order to facilitate youth readiness to achieve them. This study is analyzed based on the inadequate financing by the government to the youth in nation building. The quantitative data were collected through questionnaire and interview conducted because of the need to look for commonly held attribute and to cover a large proportion in order to capture variation. Twelve (12) in-depth interviews were conducted in order to generate data from prominent politicians in the areas of study. Also, youth play a vital role or attribute in order to build or develop a nation. Recommendation based on the findings are; nation should invest in human capital of their society (especially the youth) by way of sound quality and affordable education. Parents, teachers, and government should provide avenue for youth to develop their potentials. Education and training should also be given.