By Esther Onyegbula
The National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Spain Chapter, has pledged to strengthen collaboration with the Nigerian Embassy in Spain to promote youth development, empowerment and the welfare of Nigerians living in the diaspora.
The chapter made the commitment during a courtesy visit to Nigeria’s Ambassador to the Kingdom of Spain, His Excellency Dr. Okezie Ikpeazu, at the Nigerian Embassy in Madrid on Friday, October 16, 2026.
The delegation, led by the chapter’s Ambassador, Hon. Amb. Emmanuel Ani, comprised the newly elected executives, who visited to familiarise themselves with the diplomatic mission and establish a stronger working relationship with the ambassador.
During the meeting, Dr. Ikpeazu expressed his willingness to support the chapter in implementing youth-focused initiatives and activities aimed at promoting the welfare, development and empowerment of Nigerian youths in Spain and other parts of the diaspora.
The ambassador’s pledge highlighted the importance of cooperation between Nigeria’s diplomatic missions and youth organisations in advancing initiatives that address the needs of Nigerians abroad and create opportunities for their development.
In his response, Ani, speaking on behalf of the newly elected executives, expressed appreciation to Dr. Ikpeazu for his willingness to support the chapter’s activities and youth development programmes.
He reaffirmed the chapter’s commitment to working closely with the Nigerian Embassy to promote unity, youth empowerment and the welfare of Nigerians living in Spain.
Ani said the chapter was committed to constructive engagement and partnerships that would create opportunities for Nigerian youths in the diaspora while strengthening their connection with their home country.
The delegation included Hon. Ajibola Orodeji, Treasurer; Lady Joy Okoro, Director of Socials; Lady Ugo Okoro, Finance Secretary; Mr. Chidi Ebenyi, Public Relations Officer; and Mr. Emmanuel Abah Ojima, Member.
The visit marked a step towards strengthening institutional cooperation between the NYCN Spain Chapter and Nigeria’s diplomatic mission in Madrid, with both sides expressing a shared interest in initiatives that would contribute to youth development and the well-being of Nigerians in the diaspora.
The chapter reiterated its commitment to building partnerships, promoting unity and supporting programmes that would empower Nigerian youths to contribute meaningfully to their host communities and Nigeria’s development.
