About

Who We Are

OUR MISSION

To empower young legislators through capacity-building, policy advocacy, and collaborative governance to drive meaningful legislative reforms that promote youth participation and national development.

OUR VISION

To be the leading platform for youth parliamentarians, fostering progressive legislative policies, strengthening democratic Institutions, and ensuring inclusive governance for future generations.

The Youth in Parliament Forum (YIPF) is a platform and initiative that brings together both serving and past young legislators from the National Assembly, State Assemblies, and Local Government Councils to amplify youth voices, promote youth participation in governance, and influence policies affecting young people across the 36 states and FCT. YIPF collaborates with government agencies, civil society organizations, development partners, academic institutions, and international bodies such as the Forum of Young Parliamentarians, established under the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU), to broaden diversity and inclusiveness by raising youth presence and incorporating youth perspectives into parliamentary agendas.

Our Purpose

To create an environment

that promotes active sustainable partnership and inclusion of the youth in
decision making and legislative processes. Nigeria, with a predominantly young population, has often
seen youth-related issues overlooked in legislative priorities. This gap has hindered the full potential
of young Nigerians in contributing to national development.

To increase youth political representation by

encouraging more young people to run for office and
engage in governance

To promote leadership development by

equipping young parliamentarians with the requisite skills for
legislative engagement, and public service.

To serve as a bridge between

youth populations and government institutions to foster trust,
transparency, and civic engagement.

YIPF EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

The Executive Committee comprises a diverse team of young leaders, each bringing extensive experience in governance, public policy, and legislative affairs. Their collective expertise ensures that YIPF remains a leading voice in youth-focused legislative advocacy in Nigeria.

HON. Olamijuwonlo Alao-Akala
CHAIRMAN
HON. TONY N. NWULU
Director general
MR. ONYELUKACHUKWU DAVID OJUGO
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, ADMINISTRATION & OPERATIONS
MR. TEMITOPE AJAYI
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, FINANCE
MS. IVIE ADIDI
DIRECTOR OF TECHNICAL SERVICES
MR. JOTHAN BAWA
DIRECTOR COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
MR. ONOJA BABA ELEOJO
DEPUTY DIRECTOR MOBILIZATION & PROCUREMENT
Empowering Young Voices in Governance
Shaping Policies for Youth Development
Skill Development for Future Leaders
Connecting Young Leaders and Legislators

What We do

We advocate for youth-friendly policies and legislation at the federal, states and local government
levels. Specifically through:

  • Sponsoring and supporting bills that promote youth development, education, employment, entrepreneurship, and social welfare.
  • Developing policy briefs and reports that guide lawmakers and stakeholders in creating impactful reforms.
  • Advocacy campaigns to engage policymakers and educate the public on youth legislative priorities

To boost the participation of young people in legislative arms of governments and to help ensure young legislators play a full part in the work of legislature, YIPF offers targeted training and mentorship programs, for young including:

  • Workshops on legislative processes, governance best practices, and policy formulation.
  • Mentorship from senior legislators and governance experts to help young parliamentarians navigate their roles effectively.
  • A peer-to-peer learning program for lawmakers, a structured initiative that brings together legislators—often from different LGAs or states or countries, or political backgrounds—to share experiences, best practices, and practical solutions for common challenges in governance and policy making.

YIPF offers leadership programs for young legislators and political actors to develop young and emerging leaders through dialogue, mentorship, and experiential learning. Their leadership programs focus on democratic values, peace-building, digital and green transitions, and inclusive governance.
These programs often combine residential fellowships, virtual learning, and in-person convenings to build networks and leadership competencies aligned with the legislative priorities. YIPF’s flagship leadership initiatives include

  • The Young Legislators’ Leadership Development (YLLD) Programme is designed to enhance leadership skills and competencies amongst serving young legislators across the country.
  • The Young Political Leaders Programme is YIPF’s flagship initiative connecting young political activists across the country. It promotes dialogue, peace-building, reconciliation, and democratic values across the country. It focuses on fostering a culture of dialogue, tolerance, and democratic engagement among future leaders.
  • Model National Assembly Program is a leadership and educational simulation program designed to immerse young Nigerians in the workings of the National Assembly by role-playing its institutions and decision-making processes. These programs aim to deepen youth understanding of the country’s policies, governance, and diplomacy through experiential learning.

YIPF fosters a network of young lawmakers across Nigeria and beyond, encouraging knowledge sharing through:

  • Exchange Programs – YIPF facilitates study visits, interactive sessions, and international collaborations with established parliamentary bodies to promote global best practices in youth governance. YIPF also facilitates exchange programs between young legislators at both the federal and state legislatures.
  • Joint legislative efforts to tackle national challenges such as youth unemployment, education reform, and digital innovation.

We conduct research and collect data on legislative and youth-related issues: to inform the design and improvement of youth policies and frameworks, to understand barriers to youth participation in policy making, to strengthen youth engagement in governance, and to support capacity building for both youth and lawmakers. YIPF specifically carries out the following research related activities:

  • Empirical research and case studies
  • Analyses of existing laws and Bills
  • Data collection and Analysis Activities – YIPF collect data on legislative activities such as sponsored bills and motions, and matters of urgent public importance, that informs its initiatives or interventions and policy advocacy
  • Monitoring and Evaluation – YIPF monitors the implementation of youth-focused policies and legislatures to ensure accountability and government efficiency

Collaboration is at the heart of YIPF’s mission. We actively engage and partner with relevant stakeholders, including:

  • Government agencies to implement youth-driven policies.
  • Civil society organizations (CSOs) that advocate for youth rights and development.
  • International bodies and development partners to access funding, resources, and technical support.
  • The private sector to create economic opportunities for young people.

Our Commitment to Youth-Led
Governance

At YIPF, we are committed to a governance model where young people are not just beneficiaries but active participants in shaping the future. We envision a Nigeria where:

  • Youth-related policies are prioritized at all levels of government.
  • Young legislators serve as role models for ethical and effective leadership.
  • The next generation of leaders is equipped to sustain democratic progress.

Through collaboration, advocacy, and innovation, we believe that Nigeria’s youth can transform
governance and build a better future for all.

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