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The Digest:

Pope Leo XIV has urged African youths to prioritise national development over migration, delivering a strong message during his ongoing tour of Africa. Speaking to students in Yaoundé, Cameroon, the Pope said: "In the face of the understandable tendency to migrate, I invite you to respond with an ardent desire to serve your country." He also called for Africa to be freed from corruption, adding that this awareness must take root in young people's formative years.

Key Points:
  • The Pope acknowledged the "understandable tendency" to migrate but urged a different path.
  • He called on youths to apply their knowledge for the benefit of fellow citizens.
  • Africa must confront corruption directly, Leo said.
  • Education should shape young people into builders of a just and humane world.
  • Social media reactions were mixed, with many citing Nigerian leadership failures.
The Pope's message has sparked debate online, with many young Nigerians pointing to leadership as the real obstacle to development.

Sources: Social Media Reports