The Yorubami Youth Association (YYA) Golden Jubilee was celebrated on January 16, at the Local Ground, Yoruba Village, under Phek District, with Advisor for CAWD and Taxes, Government of Nagaland, Kudecho Khamo, as the special guest.
In his speech, Khamo cautioned that the erosion of culture and tradition, driven by greed and self-interest, has weakened social unity and identity.
In this regard, he placed special emphasis on the role of youth in shaping the future of villages and society. While stressing the need for cultural revival, he said harmony in society can only be sustained when people remain rooted in their values and faith.
He said the fast-changing world, marked by intense competition, technological advancement, and materialism, has brought paradigm shifts across sectors, including employment, entrepreneurship, sports, and theological studies.
In this context, Khamo urged young people not to be discouraged by competition but to identify their potential and pursue their goals with commitment and determination.
Khamo highlighted that livelihood opportunities today are no longer confined to government employment, noting that talents in sports, music, agriculture, and other fields can provide sustainable means of living.
He stressed that skill development, honesty, and hard work must guide the youth in navigating the changing socio-economic landscape.
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Calling for the preservation of cultural identity, language, and faith, Khamo warned that unchecked modernization and globalization could lead to the loss of identity and moral confusion.
Furthermore, Khamo urged the youth to stand firm in faith, stating that values anchored in faith provide clarity and strength in an evolving world.
Guest of Honour, Lhuvesayi Lohe, former President of the Chakhesang Youth Front (CYF) and entrepreneur, echoed similar concerns, stating that government jobs are increasingly saturated and that employment opportunities today are driven more by skills than qualifications alone.
The programme also witnessed the release of the Jubilee Souvenir by Padma Shri awardee and Baptist World Congress Quinquennial Human Rights Awardee Sano Vamuzo, who called for unity and oneness of the village to strengthen Naga society.
Greetings were delivered by Vethisa Lohe, Chairman, Village Council, Yoruba, and Zasevezo Rhakho, GB and Ex-VCC, Kutsapo.
During the programme welcome address was delivered by Mudihi Lohe, Head GB; the presidential address was delivered by Rukuvezo Veswuh, President, YYA; the Yorubami Women Welfare Society presented a folk song, and a special appearance was made by the Phuhgumi Youth Welfare Union.
The programme was chaired by Vekhruto Nyekha, Convenor, Organising Committee, and began with an invocation prayer offered by Rev Dr Vevo Phesao, Senior Pastor, CBCKMH. The vote of thanks was tendered by Pulesayi Lohe, Convenor, Finance Committee, and the programme ended with a benediction offered by Rev Zaseyi Veswuh, Pastor, NCRC, Yoruba.
Earlier, the Golden Jubilee Monolith was unveiled by Advisor Kudecho Khamo. A dedicatory prayer was offered by Rev Pukrolhou Lohe, Pastor, Yoruba Baptist Church, which was led by Rukusayi Lohe, Convenor, Monolith Committee.
Later, competitions in Duet Folk Tune, Women Folk Dance, and Men Folk Dance were held among the various colonies of Yoruba Village.
