12/08/2024
The official theme for International Youth Day 2024, "From Clicks to Progress: Youth Digital Pathways for Sustainable Development", highlights the transformative power of digitalization in accelerating sustainable development. In today's digital age, technologies like mobile devices, digital services, and artificial intelligence are revolutionizing the way we live, work, and interact.
In Nigeria, for instance, mobile phone pe*******on has reached 92%, with over 180 million subscribers, providing vast opportunities for digital inclusion and economic growth. The country's digital economy is projected to grow to $88 billion by 2025, accounting for 10% of GDP.
Globally, digital technologies and data contribute to approximately 70% of the 169 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) targets, with the potential to reduce the cost of achieving these goals by up to $55 trillion. In Nigeria, digital innovations have improved access to financial services, with over 40 million adults using mobile money services.
As we celebrate International Youth Day, let us harness the energy and creativity of young people to leverage digital pathways for sustainable development. By empowering youth with digital skills and opportunities, we can unlock a brighter future for all.
*Added facts and data from Nigeria:*
- Mobile phone pe*******on: 92% (Source: Nigerian Communications Commission, 2022)
- Mobile subscribers: over 180 million (Source: Nigerian Communications Commission, 2022)
- Digital economy growth: projected to reach $88 billion by 2025 (Source: McKinsey Report, 2020)
- Mobile money services: over 40 million adult users (Source: EFInA Access to Financial Services in Nigeria Survey, 2020)
(Quality Education) (Decent Work and Economic Growth) (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure) UNIDO
