Even though Nigeria’s economic system hasn’t quite blossomed, and a large number of our citizens have given up hope on any potential or change, fact is, millions of young Nigerians have refused to let their dreams die.

In banking, in business, in IT, the media, arts, fashion and entertainment... young people are beginning to take over and to take charge. You would notice that positions that were previously the preserve of the "experienced" are beginning to give way to the dynamism of youth. Corporate executives, industrialists, captains of industry etc are beginning to see the value in allowing their young employees to take charge of key and sensitive positions.

On their own, in spite of the fact that everything else indicates a downward trend, a critical mass of young Nigerians are powering change; achieving great feats, crashing ceilings and breaking new ground. A New Nigeria, powered by productivity, responsibility and effectiveness has strongly emerged, and we have young people to thank for this - whether we like it or not.

It is obviously time for Nigeria’s young and their impact to be appreciated and celebrated - in the BIGGEST way possible.