APC Female Representative at ECOWAS Parliament Proposes Strategies to Combat Illegal Youth Migration
In a significant move to address the pressing issue of illegal youth migration in West Africa, Honourable Mabinty Fatmata Funna, an influential female APC representative to the ECOWAS Parliament, presented a comprehensive proposal on July 6, 2024. Honourable Funna highlighted the urgency of tackling youth migration and recommended a multifaceted strategy to curb this trend. Central to her approach is the need for robust economic development and job creation across ECOWAS member states. She called for the promotion of entrepreneurship, substantial investment in education and skill development, and economic diversification. Additionally, Honourable Funna emphasized the importance of improving the business environment, providing support for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), investing in infrastructure, and promoting regional integration. She also addressed the need to tackle political instability, enhance the digital economy, and encourage public-private partnerships. Concl...