The Kwahuhene and President of the Kwahu Traditional Council, Daasebre Akuamoah Agyepong II, has called on government to take immediate steps to tackle youth unemployment, warning that failure to create jobs and invest in skills development could threaten peace and stability.
He made the appeal on behalf of the Eastern Regional House of Chiefs during President John Dramani Mahama’s “Reset Tour” of the Eastern Region on Saturday, May 2.
Daasebre Akuamoah Agyepong II described youth unemployment as one of the most pressing challenges facing both the region and the country, despite the growing number of educated and willing young people.
“Youth unemployment remains the most urgent and painful challenge in this region, and indeed across the nation. Our young men and women are educated, energetic, ambitious, and willing to work. What they lack is not character, but opportunity,” he said.
He urged government to act decisively by expanding job opportunities, strengthening skills training, and attracting more industries to the Eastern Region.
“We therefore urge you to act with urgency, create jobs, invest in skills, and anchor real industry here in the Eastern Region,” he stated.
The Kwahuhene further warned that continued joblessness among the youth could have wider implications for national stability.
“A nation that cannot productively employ its youth cannot sustain peace,” he cautioned.
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