IYC elects Abuja chairman, demands more federal jobs, appointments for Ijaw youths

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja
I jaw Youth Council (IYC) has renewed its demand for greater federal appointments, employment opportunities and political representation for Ijaw youths, following the election of Etifa Jonathan as Chairman of its Abuja and Northern Nigeria Chapter.
Jonathan, lawyer, emerged victorious after polling 35 of the 45 votes cast in the chapter’s leadership election, which was witnessed by the President of IYC Worldwide, Doubra Collins Okotete, members of the 10th National Executive Council and other stakeholders.
In his acceptance speech, the chairman-elect pledged to intensify engagement with relevant government institutions to secure greater opportunities ...