Youth In Diaspora

Youth In Diaspora A network of youth of African Descent interested in the socio economic development of our local commu

🎄✨ Season’s Greetings from Youth in Diaspora ✨🎄As we celebrate Christmas, we’re reminded of the power of hope, community...
25/12/2025

🎄✨ Season’s Greetings from Youth in Diaspora ✨🎄

As we celebrate Christmas, we’re reminded of the power of hope, community and shared purpose. May this season fill your hearts with joy, your homes with love, and your paths with new possibilities.

From all of us at Youth in Diaspora, we wish you a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year filled with purpose, impact and progress. 🌍🎁🎉

21/12/2025

Our founder back in Makoko after three years! Reconnecting with our roots and the incredible community. Let’s keep empowering the next generation together! 💪🏾🌍

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18/12/2025

✨ A moment. A movement. A mandate.

Last night, we marked 7 Years of Youth in Diaspora and seven years of impact, conviction and unwavering belief in the power of young people to shape Nigeria’s future.

From bold conversations to visionary leadership, it was a reminder that nation-building is intentional and the work continues.

Thank you to every leader, partner, speaker and young Nigerian who showed up, leaned in and committed to the future.

This is just the beginning. 🇳🇬💚

We are deeply honoured to welcome Her Excellency, Dr. (Mrs) Claudiana Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, First Lady of Lagos State, phys...
16/12/2025

We are deeply honoured to welcome Her Excellency, Dr. (Mrs) Claudiana Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, First Lady of Lagos State, physician and lifelong advocate for health, women and social development. 🇳🇬✨

A distinguished medical professional and public servant, Dr. Sanwo-Olu has dedicated decades to strengthening Lagos’ health system and uplifting the most vulnerable. From her frontline leadership during COVID-19 to her unwavering work in women empowerment, youth development, social welfare and the fight against gender-based violence.

As Chairman of COWLSO and Lagos State Coordinator of the Renewed Hope Initiative, her impact continues to shape lives across health, education, economic empowerment and social investment.

Her life’s work is a powerful reminder that service, compassion, and leadership can transform societies.

We are honoured to celebrate and learn from her example of purpose-driven leadership. 💚

We’re honoured to welcome Mr. Valentine Chineto Ozigbo as Special Guest & Keynote Speaker at our 7th Anniversary Celebr...
16/12/2025

We’re honoured to welcome Mr. Valentine Chineto Ozigbo as Special Guest & Keynote Speaker at our 7th Anniversary Celebration in Lagos 🇳🇬✨

A globally respected business leader, nation-builder, and civic reformer, Valentine Ozigbo brings over three decades of excellence across corporate leadership, finance, energy, hospitality and social impact. As the Immediate Past President & Group CEO of Transcorp Plc, he led transformational growth at one of Africa’s most influential conglomerates, including the landmark turnaround of the Transcorp Hilton Abuja.

Following our panel conversation, he will deliver a Special Keynote Address. It’s going to be a moment designed to challenge thinking, inspire action and call forth a higher standard of leadership for Nigeria’s future.

Beyond boardrooms, his voice has emerged as one of the nation’s most compelling calls for ethical leadership, youth empowerment and democratic renewal. Through the VCO Foundation and The Valiant Movement, he continues to champion courage, integrity and citizen-led nation building.

His presence at YID@7 reflects our shared belief that when you empower people, you transform nations.

📅 17th December 🕒 4PM 📍 Ikoyi, Lagos

Join us for an evening of insight, inspiration and a vision that moves from dialogue to decisive action. 💚

⏳ 3 DAYS TO GO until our landmark convening brings together visionary leaders shaping Nigeria’s present and future.In ju...
14/12/2025

⏳ 3 DAYS TO GO until our landmark convening brings together visionary leaders shaping Nigeria’s present and future.

In just 3 days, we will gather in Lagos to celebrate 7 Years of Youth in Diaspora, 7 years of impact, purpose and nation-building driven by youth and education. If you’d love to be in the room, send us a DM saying “ATTEND”.

🎤 Our opening Keynote by Hon. Mobolaji Ogunlende the Commissioner for Youth and Social Development will be igniting a bold national conversation on economic transformation. This is a moment of reflection, re-commitment and action. If you believe in the power of youth to build nations then this is where you belong.

💡 Distinguished Voices Include: 🎙️ Host: the Founder and Head of Vision at Youth in Diaspora
Folawe Omikunle, an Ambassador, Teach For All & Founding CEO, Teach For Nigeria
Ayisat Agbaje-Okunade, the Executive Secretary, Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy (LJLA)
Damilola Feyide, the Founder of Let It Shine Academy

🎛️ Moderator: Mobuayo Pedro-Egbe — Nigerian Team Lead, Youth in Diaspora
📅 Wednesday, 17th December ⏰ 4:00 PM 📍 Ikoyi, Lagos

Theme: A Pathway to National Economic Transformation

We’re honored to welcome Hon. Mobolaji Ogunlende, Commissioner for Youth & Social Development, Lagos State, as the Ope...
14/12/2025

We’re honored to welcome Hon. Mobolaji Ogunlende, Commissioner for Youth & Social Development, Lagos State, as the Opening Keynote Speaker at our 7th Anniversary Celebration in Lagos 🇳🇬✨

A steadfast advocate for youth empowerment and social inclusion, Hon. Ogunlende has dedicated his public service career to building systems that unlock opportunity, dignity and hope for young people across Lagos State. His work sits at the intersection of policy, people and purpose. He is constantly translating vision into measurable impact.

As the voice opening this milestone gathering, his keynote will frame a powerful national conversation on how intentional youth development, leadership and social investment can drive economic transformation and nation building.

Join us as he sets the tone for reflection, action and a renewed commitment to Nigeria’s future, especially her youth.

📅 17th December 🕒 4PM 📍 Ikoyi, Lagos

Come ready to be inspired, challenged and mobilized. 💚

We’re honoured to welcome Ayisat Agbaje-Okunade, Executive Secretary of the Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy (LJLA), a...
14/12/2025

We’re honoured to welcome Ayisat Agbaje-Okunade, Executive Secretary of the Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy (LJLA), as a distinguished Speaker at our 7th Anniversary Celebration in Lagos! 🇳🇬✨

Ayisat is a dynamic leader shaping the next generation of public-sector changemakers through LJLA’s world-class leadership, governance and mentorship program. With a background spanning law, international relations and public service she brings powerful insight on leadership, purpose and nation building.

She is also the convener of the Lagos Leadership Summit and founder of the AA Initiative, championing gender equality and support for vulnerable children across Nigeria.

Join us as she shares her voice, wisdom and vision for building leaders who will transform Nigeria.

DM us “ATTEND” to be in the room!
📅 17th December 🕒 4PM 📍 Ikoyi, Lagos

Come ready to be inspired and empowered. Thank you 🙏🏾, God bless you 💚 and God bless Nigeria 🇳🇬

11/12/2025

LAGOS, we’re coming to you! Seven years later, the movement is bigger than ever despite the challenges.

On September 1st, our YID family gathered at Ameens in Mississauga to celebrate how far we’ve come and the incredible community that makes this mission possible. It reminded us exactly why we do what we do. The energy, the love and the stories shared were truly inspiring.

Now, we’re bringing the celebration back to where it all started. Lagos, we’re coming to you! Our 7-Year Anniversary event will take place in Ikoyi on December 17th strictly by invitation only. If you’d love to be in the room, send us a DM saying “ATTEND”.

Seven years of youth, hope and impact and we’re just getting started. Join us as we honor the past, celebrate the present and dream boldly for what’s ahead. 💛💚❤️

🔥 7 years gone and 7 days to go!The countdown to our Youth in Diaspora 7th Anniversary has officially begun and Lagos, w...
10/12/2025

🔥 7 years gone and 7 days to go!
The countdown to our Youth in Diaspora 7th Anniversary has officially begun and Lagos, we are ready for you! 🇳🇬✨

On December 17th, brilliant minds, nation-builders, innovators and young leaders will gather in Ikoyi for an evening that will shape conversations around Youth, Education & National Economic Transformation.

This is A divine vision. A commitment to Nigeria’s future. 💚 It’s a more than an anniversary, It’s a movement!

If you believe in impact, leadership and the power of youth to transform nations, then this is your moment. DM us “ATTEND” to be in the room!

📅 Wednesday, 17th December
🕒 4:00 PM
📍 Ikoyi, Lagos

Let the countdown begin. 🚀

We’re honoured to welcome Folawe Omikunle, one of Africa’s leading voices in education and social impact, as a Distingui...
10/12/2025

We’re honoured to welcome Folawe Omikunle, one of Africa’s leading voices in education and social impact, as a Distinguished Speaker at our 7 year anniversary in Lagos! 🇳🇬✨

With over 15 years of experience across education, development, and nonprofit leadership, Folawe served as the Founding CEO of Teach For Nigeria, championing educational equity and building a nationwide movement of passionate changemakers.

A Tutu Fellow, Africa Education Medal Top 10 Finalist, and one of Nigeria’s 100 Most Inspiring Women, she embodies excellence, vision, and the power of investing in human capital. Her work across global institutions and boards continues to shape the future of leadership and learning in Nigeria.

Join us as she shares deep insight, bold ideas and a compelling vision for transforming Nigeria through education.

DM us “INVITE” to be in the room!
📅 17th December 🕒 4PM 📍 Ikoyi, Lagos

Come ready to elevate your mind and ignite your purpose. 💚

08/12/2025

Khadijah Haliru, Councillor, Town of Ingersoll said 🎤 “Local government is the first responder in youth education.”

At our 7-Year Anniversary in Mississauga, Councillor Khadijah shared how real change starts at the grassroots when leaders step up, identify gaps and create opportunities right where young people live.

From tackling bullying and racism to building programs that truly serve youth, her message was clear she said “Don’t wait. Lead where you are.” 💚 This is how communities transform and this is how young people rise.

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