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In recognition of the giant strides and efforts by Junior Achievement Worldwide \u2013 the parent body of Junior Achievement Nigeria and other Junior Achievement across 119 countries \u2013 in equipping young people to solve societal issues, whilst building an entrepreneurship mindset, Junior Achievement World Wide has been nominated for the 2022 Nobel Peace Prize.<\/p>\n

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Asheesh Advani, CEO of JA Worldwide, shared his perspective in response to the nomination: \u201cPeace is only possible when youth in all countries and regions have economic empowerment. JA Worldwide is honored to receive this nomination and will continue our work to enable all young people to have the skills and mindset to build thriving communities. Our primary hope for solving the world\u2019s most complex problems rests in the young people of today who will be the leaders of tomorrow.\u201d<\/p>\n

The nomination has received commendations from various individuals and corporate bodies across the world, especially those that have been partnering with Junior Achievement to promote self-sufficiency amongst the youth in their quest to making the world a better place.<\/p>\n

Amongst the organisations is First Bank of Nigeria Limited, Nigeria\u2019s premier and leading financial inclusion services provider. The financial services heavyweight has remained at the forefront of driving youth development and career building in the country.<\/p>

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FirstBank\u00a0has been partnering with Junior Achievement Nigeria (JAN) to implement FutureFirst programme which is built\u00a0around career counselling, financial literacy and entrepreneurship. In the last 11 years, the bank, through its partnership with JAN, has hosted its annual flagship event- the National Company of the Year Competition (NCOY)- which convenes winners of the JA Company Regional Competitions across Nigeria to compete for the National Company of the Year Award.<\/p>\n

Excited about the nomination, FirstBank\u2019s Group Head, Marketing & Corporate Communication, Mrs. Folake Ani-Mumuney said, \u201cwe are proud to be associated with Junior Achievement on the nomination of 2022 Nobel Peace Prize. The nomination is certainly well deserved given the depth and reach of the organisation\u2019s impact on the society based on its programmes worldwide. As an institution that remains woven into the fabric of the society, we are truly delighted for this recognition and it would further reinforce our commitment to drive youth development and empowerment in partnership with JAN\u2019\u2019.<\/p>\n

In response to the news, Executive Director of JA Nigeria (Foluso Gbadamosi), commented: \u201cIt\u2019s an honour to be part of the JA Network and we join our colleagues across the world in celebrating this recognition of our efforts to educate and empower young people across the world. Through our unique blend of entrepreneurship, digital literacy, financial literacy, and work readiness programs, we, at JA Nigeria, aim to ensure that Nigerian youth, regardless of socioeconomic status, maximise their potential and take ownership of their economic future as they become leaders of tomorrow\u201d<\/p>\n

Nominations may only be received from heads of state and certain elected officials, university professors in selected fields, past Nobel laureates, and a few other notable individuals. Although the identity of each nominee is officially to remain anonymous for 50 years, we have received permission to share with you that we were nominated by a distinguished Professor of Law and International Affairs who was impressed by JA\u2019s incredible global reach, our success in delivering economic empowerment to youth at scale, and our ability to find unity in diversity.<\/p>\n

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