The Central Committee of the National Youth Council held its statutory meeting on Friday, 28 November, and Saturday, 29 November 2025 at the Aiden Homes and Apartment Hotel, Koforidua.
Friday, 28 November 2025
The meeting opened with solidarity messages from distinguished members. Sister Faustina Adane, National 2nd Vice-Chairperson, addressed the Committee and emphasized the importance of mentorship programs in nurturing the next generation of union leaders. Her remarks were followed by an insightful presentation from Brother Dr. Godfred Agbevanu on financial discipline, delivered under the theme “No Income is Too Small for Savings.”
Saturday, 29 November 2025
The second day began with welcome messages from the National Chairman, Brother Maxwell Nyadedzor, and Brother Euclid Kofi Ohene-Obeng. Both leaders encouraged regional executives to intensify their efforts in organizing leadership seminars and capacity-building activities that equip young members with the skills and confidence needed to contribute meaningfully to a stronger union. They reaffirmed their continued support and urged members to seek assistance whenever needed.
Regional Youth Executives from all ten regions presented their activity reports, highlighting a diverse range of impactful initiatives carried out during the year, including:
The executives also outlined their proposed programs and activities for 2026. These plans reflect the Council’s sustained commitment to organizing young workers, promoting unionization, and delivering relevant education and welfare programs at the grassroots level.
The meeting concluded with a forward-looking presentation by Brother David Buckmann, Industrial Relations Officer, who discussed modern approaches to organizing, particularly the strategic use of social media to effectively reach and mobilize today’s youth.
