Nigeria stands at a demographic crossroads, with its youthful population offering both a tremendous opportunity and a potential challenge. As the nation’s population continues to grow rapidly, the need for evidence-based planning has never been more urgent. Youth unemployment, skills mismatch, and limited access to economic opportunities are persistent issues. However, with effective population planning, these challenges can be transformed into a demographic dividend. This podcast episode seeks to explore how population data and planning can drive smarter, evidence-based employment strategies and inclusive development policies. It will delve into the critical role of data-driven decision-making in aligning population trends with job creation, education, entrepreneurship, and youth empowerment programs. Objectives: •To highlight the connection between population dynamics and national development. •To discuss how youth-focused policies can be better designed using population data. •To explore innovative approaches to employment creation that are aligned with Nigeria’s demographic realities.

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