Youth unemployment is a pressing global issue, particularly in developing nations, where young people struggle to find meaningful work. This does not only affect individual economic stability but also hinders societal progress by wasting human potential. A study in Kumbotso Local Government Area, Kano State, Nigeria, aimed at examining the impact of youth unemployment on socioeconomic development, identifying causes, consequences, and solutions. Questionnaires were for data collection and the date were analyzed using percentage. The study found that lack of vocational skills, poor education, corruption, and favoritism contribute to youth unemployment, leading to increased crime and social issues. Effective strategies include establishing vocational centers to promote self-reliance. The study concludes that addressing youth unemployment requires tackling inadequate education, weak policies, job creation, and corruption, and recommends coordinated efforts from government, private sectors, and civil society to mitigate its effects, including poverty, dependency, and reduced productivity.