Bashiru Muhammad, National President of the National Association of Nigerian Students in Europe, has been appointed by the United Nations as a youth ambassador.
The UN said in a statement on the appointment that Muhammad had been at the vanguard of campaigning for young people’s rights and developing a platform to elevate their views on global issues.
“As a NANS President, he has worked with youth bodies across the continent to ensure their concerns are heard at the global stage.
“We are very excited to see the strength of his vision and the positive impact it will make in international relations. This appointment is a true testament to the power of youth voices in global affairs and is an expression of confidence in the future of young people.
“We wish Bashiru all the best in this endeavour and look forward to seeing the fruits of this appointment,” the UN said.