Empowering Youth Why You Should Join Our Summit

Join us to tackle youth unemployment in Southwest Nigeria through collaborative efforts in philanthropy and economic development. Discover innovative models and mobilize resources for impactful initiatives.

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Collaborative Efforts

Engage with stakeholders from various sectors committed to addressing unemployment and fostering economic growth in the region.

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Innovative Solutions

Explore new job creation models and initiatives designed to empower the youth and unlock economic potential.

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Philanthropic Impact

Learn how philanthropy can be a driving force for change, creating sustainable employment opportunities and development.

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Global Investments

Position the region for global philanthropic investments by showcasing its economic potential and impactful initiatives.

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About Us LEARN MORE ABOUT US

Our summit unites sectors to tackle youth unemployment in Southwest Nigeria, driving collaboration and investment in sustainable job creation.

Keynote Speakers Empowering Youth for Tomorrow

Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu

Governor of Lagos State

Mr. Otunba Abimbola Ashiru

Chairman, Odu’a Investments Company Ltd

Mrs. Thelma Ekiyor-Solanke

Chairperson, Nigeria Office for Philanthropy & Impact Investing (NPO)

Mr. Tola Adekunle-Johnson

Special Adviser to the President on Job Creation & MSMEs

Dr. Segun Ogunsanya

CEO, Airtel Africa

Mr. Denim Richards

Chief Executive Officer, Opulent Entertainment Group

Tony Elumelu Foundation

Toyin Sanni Foundation

Manny Ohonme Foundation

Mr. David Green

Echo Eight Investments, UK

Prof. Seun Kolade

Odua Foundation

Mrs. Victoria Epelle

Danish Embassy, Lagos

Mrs. Folashade Ambrose-Medebem

Trade, Industry & Investment, Lagos State

Mrs. Omotayo Adeola

Trade, Industry & Investment, Ekiti State

Ms. Khami Alexander

Alkami Ventures Limited UK

Mr. Emil Ekiyor

InnoPower, USA

Councilor Nana Ofori-Atta Oguntola

UK

Hon. Abike Dabiri

Chairman, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission

Mrs. Thelma Ekiyor-Solanke

Chairperson, Nigeria Office for Philanthropy and Impact Investing

Mrs. Pearl Uzokwe

Forward Africa/Catalyst Now

Mrs. Seun Bamidele

Welcome 2 Africa International

Mrs. Aramide Abe

AFDB

Mrs. Kemi Sokenu Morris

Oladiran Olusegun Adebutu Foundation

Mr. Oluwajoba Oloba

The Nest Innovation Park – Moderator

Mrs. Feyisayo Alayande

Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF)

Foundation for Partnership Initiative in the Niger Delta (PIND)

Mrs. Adetomi Soyinka

Mastercard Foundation

Mr. Adegboyega Ademiluyi

Stanbic IBTC

Mr. Wole Odetayo

SWIT

Mr. Yemi Ajao

Odua Investment Company Limited (OICL)

Youth Empowerment Transforming Unemployment in Southwest Nigeria

37+

Dynamic Thought Leaders

62+

Global Philanthropic Allies

28+

Innovative Employment Workshops

950+

Diverse Attendees

Summit Schedule

9:30 – 9:45 AM:

Welcome Address by the Summit Chairperson.

  • Otunba Abimbola Ashiru, Chairman Odu’a Investments Company Ltd

8:30 AM – 9:30 AM

Registration and Networking

  • Welcome kits and materials distribution.
  • Light refreshments

10:00 – 10:15 AM:

The Importance of the Federal Government Partnerships with Philanthropists for Job Creation

  • Mr. Tola Adekunle-Johnson, Special Adviser to the President on Job Creation & MSMEs

9:45 – 10:00 AM: The

State of Philanthropy in Nigeria: Trends & Opportunities

  • Mrs. Thelma Ekiyor-Solanke, Chairperson, Nigeria Office for Philanthropy & Impact Investing (NPO)

10:30 – 10:45 AM

 Private Sector Keynote Speech

  •   Dr. Segun Ogunsanya

10:15 – 10:30 AM

Governors Address: South-West Nigeria is Open for Philanthropic & Impact Investments

  • Lagos State Governor – H.E. Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu

10:45 – 11:00 AM:

International Keynote Address:

Mr. Denim Richards

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM:

High-Level Panel on Philanthropy & Investing in Job Creation in Nigeria

  1. Tony Elumelu Foundation 
    Toyin Sanni Foundation
    Manny Ohonme Foundation
    David Green (Echo Eight Investments, UK)
    Odua Investment Foundation 
    Aramide Abe, (AFDB, Moderator)

12:15 – 13:00 PM:

Official Launch of NPO & NIDCOM Partnership

Hon. Abike Dabiri

13:00 – 14:00 PM:

Lunch & Networking

14:00 – 14:30 PM:

Panel Discussion:  "Innovative Approaches to Supporting Job Creation & MSMEs in the South-West."

  • Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF)
  • Foundation for Partnership Initiative in the Niger Delta (PIND) 
    Paystack
    Wole Odetayo, SWIT (moderator)

14.30 – 14.40 PM:

Vote of Thanks

by Mr Yemi Ajao, the Group Chief Investment & Business Development Officer (GCIBDO), Odua Investment Company Limited (OICL). 

14.40 – 17.30 PM:

Speed Dating & Networking

17:30 – 20:00 PM: 

 PRIVATE Cocktail

(Organisers, Invited Guests & Speakers)

Summit FAQs Youth Employment Summit FAQs

The summit aims to address youth unemployment by mobilizing philanthropic investments for job creation and economic development in the region. It seeks to bring together stakeholders from various sectors to collaborate on innovative employment initiatives.
The summit emphasizes encouraging investment in job creation initiatives by showcasing successful models and facilitating collaboration among philanthropists, NGOs, and the private sector. This approach aims to maximize the underutilized potential of philanthropy in Nigeria.
Expected outcomes include increased awareness of youth unemployment issues, strengthened collaborations among key players, and mobilization of resources for impactful employment initiatives, positioning the region for global philanthropic investments.
The summit brings together philanthropists, NGOs, government officials, and private sector stakeholders to collectively address the unemployment crisis and explore innovative job creation models that can drive economic development in Southwest Nigeria.

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