NYCN Isolo Local Branch

08/03/2026

08/03/2026

NYCN Isolo Celebrates the Achievements, Contributions of Women on International Women’s Day

Isolo Youth House
Sun. 8th Mar.' 26

The National Youth Council of Nigeria, Isolo LCDA Branch, proudly commemorates International Women’s Day a day to honor the remarkable contributions of her female members, the entire women in Isolo LCDA and others across the globe.

Today, we recognize the resilience, leadership, and impact of women who inspire progress, strengthen communities, and drive positive change.

As we celebrate this important day, NYCN Isolo reaffirms its commitment to supporting women’s empowerment, fostering equality, and creating opportunities for growth and development.

Let’s continue to champion the achievements of women, today and every day, as we build a more inclusive and progressive society.

Signed by:
Comrade Jennifer Esenwa,
PRO NYCN Lagos,
Isolo Local Branch

06/03/2026

NYCN Isolo Visits Area Commander, Promises Partnership On Policing

In a bid to enhance policing and strengthen the security of lives and property across Isolo LCDA, the leadership of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Isolo Local Branch has expressed its readiness to partner with police authorities.

The youth umbrella made this assurance recently during a courtesy and strategic visit to the Area D Commander, ACP Bamidele Awoniyi, at the Area Command Headquarters in Mushin.

Leading other executive members, including Comrade Mujtaba Akinola, Comrade Mustopha Najmudeen, and Comrade Monsur Aregbe, the Coordinator, Damilola Kushimo, explained that the visit was in furtherance of his administration’s commitment to fostering partnerships with critical stakeholders and government institutions within the council area to advance social development of which the security of lives and property remains a vital component.

He further stated that the meeting was aimed at strengthening collaboration between the youth body and the Nigeria Police in order to foster community engagement and proactive security measures within the local council development area.

Kushimo averred that youths constitute a critical component of any cosmopolitan community like Isolo, stressing that meaningful engagement with young people would go a long way in curbing crime, promoting peace, and sustaining development across the community.

“Our coming today goes beyond mere familiarization. It is to express our readiness to partner with the police authority at both the Area Command and divisional levels to foster peace and tranquility in Isolo LCDA. Sustaining the relative peace in our community requires doubling down on collective efforts and promoting continuous engagement with other critical stakeholders. We have therefore come to assure you of our commitment to keep rallying our peers for sustained sensitization against crime and criminality among other initiatives,” he said.

Proposing avenues for deeper engagement, Kushimo echoed the sentiment of the state chapter of the youth umbrella body on the need to include youth representatives in strategic peace and security meetings held monthly at the local government headquarters among security chiefs and other stakeholders.

According to him, youth inclusion in such critical engagement would promote better communication, encourage civic responsibility among young people, and strengthen grassroots intelligence gathering.

He also proposed the need to cede some elective positions to young individuals in the leadership formation of the Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC) across the five divisional police stations in Isolo, stressing that such inclusion would strengthen the partnership between the police and the youth population.

The youth leader assured the Area Commander of NYCN’s commitment to mobilizing young people towards supporting lawful initiatives that promote security, peace, and social stability in the council area.

In his remarks, ACP Awoniyi commended the youth group for the visit and its proactive disposition towards safety. He reiterated the command’s commitment to community policing and welcomed the proposed partnership, assuring that the police would continue to work closely with responsible youth organizations to maintain peace and order across the area.

He also promised further discussions on the suggested initiatives and assured the youth body of his support for their programmes aimed at strengthening community security and youth engagement.

Signed:
Comrade Jennifer Esenwa
Public Relations Officer

22/02/2026

With Moral Decadence eating deep into our society, perhaps it is high time we examine this multifaceted menace from the youth perspective, so we can address its root causes and bring about meaningful attitudinal change.

Mark ✅ your calendars 📅 for the Maiden Ramadan Lecture of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Isolo Local Branch, scheduled as follows:

Date: Sunday, 8th March 2026
Venue: Esa Square, Isolo
Time: 3:00 PM

Guest Speaker: Fadheelatul Ustadh Ishaq Abdul Azeez
Mudir, Daarul Itqaan

Signed:
Ustadh Ibrahim Akintunde
Chairman, Planning Committee

18/02/2026

NYCN Isolo Congratulates State Chair, Engr Adigun On LSSTF Appointment

Isolo Youth House,
Weds. 18th Feb. ‘26

The leadership of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Isolo Local Branch, has warmly congratulated the State Chairman, Engr. Adigun Ibrahim Olalekan, on his well-deserved appointment into the Lagos State Sports Trust Fund (LSSTF).

Adigun was appointed alongside other notable individuals by the state governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Wednesday, with a clear mandate to promote sporting activities in the state, nurture young talents, and strengthen sports development infrastructure across the five divisions of Lagos State.

In a congratulatory message personally signed by the Local Branch Coordinator, Damilola Kushimo, on behalf of the executives and thousands of youth in Isolo LCDA, the council described the appointment as a recognition of Adigun’s unwavering and selfless commitment to youth development, leadership excellence, and community advancement.

Kushimo expressed conviction that Adigun’s wealth of experience and passion for grassroots empowerment would undoubtedly bring renewed energy and strategic direction to the sports sector in Lagos State noting that the state's youth leader’s presence on the board would create more opportunities for young people to thrive through sports, mentorship, and structured talent discovery programmes.

“Engr. Adigun’s appointment is not only a personal achievement but a collective pride for the entire Lagos youth. We are confident that he will justify this trust reposed in him and contribute meaningfully to policies and initiatives that will reposition sports as a viable platform for youth engagement and economic growth,” the statement read.

Signed:
Comrade Jennifer Esenwa
Public Relations Officer
NYCN Isolo Local Branch

18/02/2026

NYCN Isolo Charges Youth To Piety, Spiritual Rededication As Ramadan, Lent Commence

…Fixes March 8th For Maiden Ramadan Lecture, Names Revered Cleric, Fadheelatul Ustadh Ishaq Abdul Azeez As Guest Lecturer

Isolo Youth House
Weds. 18th Feb. 2026

The National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Isolo Local Branch has charged young people in the community to embrace piety, self-reflection and spiritual rededication as the sacred seasons of Ramadan and Lent commence simultaneously.

In a statement issued on Wednesday by the Coordinator, Damilola Kushimo, the council described the rare coincidence of Lent and Ramadan commencing on the same day is instructive of God’s call to unity, discipline and renewed commitment to righteousness among His people, irrespective of faith or denomination.

“As youths, this is a moment for sober reflection. Ramadan teaches restraint, devotion and generosity, while Lent calls for repentance, sacrifice and spiritual renewal. These shared values should inspire us to live responsibly and promote peaceful coexistence,” Kushimo said.

He further urged Muslim and Christian youths in Isolo to use the period to pray for the peace, progress and prosperity of the community, Lagos State and Nigeria at large.

In conclusion, Kushimo announced Sunday March 8th for the youth group’s maiden Ramadan Lecture scheduled to be held at Esa Square on Panada Street, Isolo with the topic being: “From Moral Decadence To Moral Excellence: The Youth Perspective.”

He called on the leadership and members of the youth group’s affiliate organizations and the general public to come for a soul-cleaning lecture which will be delivered by the revered cleric, Fadheelatul Ustadh Ishaq Abdul Azeez, the Mudir of Daarul Itqaan.

Signed:
Jennifer Esenwa
Public Relations Officer,
NYCN Isolo Local Branch

12/02/2026

Isolo NYCN’s PRO Jennifer Esenwa, Monsur Aregbe Inaugurated As Lagos Youth Safety, Emergency Champions

Isolo Youth House
Thurs. 12th Feb. ‘26

The Public Relations Officer (PRO) of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Isolo Local Branch, Comrade Jennifer Esenwa alongside a fellow comrade, Monsur Aregbe were on Wednesday inaugurated as members of Lagos Youth Safety and Emergency Champions (LYSEC); a watchdog, an early-warning mechanism, and a first-line community response network to help avert safety issues within communities and across Lagos State at large.

LYSEC is an initiative of NYCN Lagos State Chapter under the visionary leadership of Engr. Adigun Ibrahim Olalekan, MNSE.

Led by the Coordinator, Damilola Kushimo, Comrade Jennifer Esenwa and Comrade Monsur Aregbe from Isolo Local Branch were inaugurated alongside other youths drawn from the 57 LGAs and LCDAs in the state to enhance safety and emergency response.

The inauguration formed a major part of the Lagos Youth Talk Series 2.0 themed: Street-Smart Safety: How Lagos Youth Can Strengthen Community Emergency Response’ and held at the Sam Shonibare Youth Centre, Surulere.

The event was graced by the Commissioner for Special Duties and Inter-governmental relations, Hon. Olugbenga Oyerinde; the Commissioner for Youth and Social Development, Hon. Mobolaji Ogunlende, the Chairman of Onigbongbo LCDA, Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo representatives of Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Lagos State Traffic and Safety Management Authority (LASTMA), Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) among others.

Their presence further underscored the importance of youth inclusion, leadership development, and sustained collaboration between young people and government institutions.

In addition to the inauguration, unveiling of framework and the engaging sessions, the programme incorporated on-site civic registration services, including Permanent Voter’s Card (PVC) registration and early registration with the Lagos State Residents Registration Agency (LASRRA). Able officers were on ground to ensure that both registration processes were conducted efficiently, enabling eligible youths to access the services conveniently before and during the event.

Overall, the Lagos Youth Talk Series 2.0 was a successful and impactful engagement, reflecting the shared commitment of youth bodies, government institutions, and relevant agencies to strengthening youth participation, safety consciousness, and civic responsibility across Lagos State.

Signed:
Comrade Jennifer Esenwa
Public Relations Officer
NYCN Isolo Local Branch

08/02/2026

Empowering Youth Through PR* : Capacity Development for Digital Engagement

The effectiveness of any organisation is closely tied to how well its Public Relations function is managed, especially in an era where digital presence shapes visibility and credibility. The PR Officers’ Capacity Development Programme, organised by the Media, Publicity and ICT Directorate of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Lagos State Chapter, in collaboration with the Lagos Youth Development Institute (LYDI), focused on strengthening digital communication, media representation, and strategic storytelling at the grassroots. Through mentorship-driven discussions and expert perspectives, the programme redefined the role of PR officers as narrative shapers, image builders, and facilitators of youth visibility, reinforcing the importance of leadership, continuous learning, and innovation in public communication. Initiatives like this reflect a shared commitment to capacity building and nation development — contributing to a more informed, visible, and truly beautiful nation.

Signed:
Comrade Jennifer Esenwa
Public Relations Officer
NYCN Isolo Local Branch, Lagos State

24/01/2026

NYCN Isolo Local Branch Holds First Management Meeting In 2026, Sets Agenda For The Year

The National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Isolo Branch, has officially charted its course for the new year following its first management meeting under the visionary leadership of Damilola Kushimo.

The meeting held on the premises of Isolo Youth Centre, Ile-Iwe Metta, LSDPC Estate was centered on formally familiarizing the new leadership with the representatives of its subsisting of Voluntary Youth Organization (VYOs) and Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) as well as to brainstorm on the administrative plan for the year.

Among other agendas that was discussed was the revalidation of affiliated organizations and the importance of having a database of for young individuals in the council. Kushimo described the proposed revalidation as an integral part of his administrative agenda to ensure that every youth organisation is in good standing with the council authority and the youth umbrella body.

The meeting provided a platform to deliberate on upcoming initiatives, including digital skill acquisition, civic engagement drives, and community development. Other executive members in attendance which included, the Secretary, Comrade Mustopha Najmudeen; the Treasurer, Comrade Isah Rukayat and the Social Secretary, Sultan Abiona expressed their readiness to implement these plans, noting that the administration is focused on providing far-reaching opportunities for Isolo’s youth. The Coordinator urged management members to maintain high standards of accountability, stressing that the council's success depends on the synergy between leadership and the various youth organizations it represents.

A Representative from the department of Agric, Rural and Community Development Isolo LCDA, Mr. Agboola Agbabiaka, harped on the need for organisations to pay their due to the council’s coffers as well the importance of maintaining good relationship with the youth council and the LCDA in extension.

On his part, a former treasurer and reverted leader of the youth umbrella body Comrade Abdul Rauf, commended the Kushimo-led administration for its impressive start to life and clear sense of direction. Abdul Rauf praised the current leadership for its energy, affirming that the positive resurgence of Isolo branch is already being referenced to at the state level. He encouraged the executives to sustain the momentum to ensure Isolo that remains a powerhouse within the Lagos State youth circle.

Notable among the organizations represented at the epochal event were the Scout, the Nigeria Girl Guides Association, Muslim Students' Society of Nigeria, United Army of Christ (UAC), PLEYDA Youth Enlightenment Forum, NACOSS, Nigerian Man O' War, Al-Muminat Organisation, Academic Excellence Initiative and SUDAI among others.

Signed:
Jennifer Esenwa
Public Relations Officer
National Youth Council of Nigeria Isolo Local Branch
Saturday, 24th January 2026

23/01/2026

NYCN Isolo In Attendance As Lagos State Government Partners Isolo LCDA To Sensitize Residents On Laws Bordering Human Organ Harvesting, Others

Executives of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) Isolo Local Branch and members of some of its affiliate organizations were part of the stakeholders in attendance as the state government through the Office of Political, Legislative and Civic Engagement, in partnership with Isolo LCDA organised a public sensitization on three of the newly enacted laws in the state.

The event held on the council premises was centered around eliminating ignorance and deepening awareness about Human Organ Harvesting and Tissue Transplant Law, Victims’ Assistance and Witness Protection Law and the Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency Law which are parts of the five transformative laws enacted by the state government in December 2025 to protect the rights, welfare and security of residents across the state.

It was explained that the Human Organ Harvesting and Tissue Transplant law is meant to regulate organ and tissue transplantation in Lagos State, prohibit illegal harvesting and trafficking of human organs/tissues, put in place guidelines for organ/tissue donation and transplantation as well as protect donors and recipients among other worthy reasons.

On the other hand, the Victims' Assistance and Witness Protection Law was put in place to provide assistance to victims of crime by offering counseling, medical aid among others and also protect witnesses from intimidation or harm. The law also allows for witness anonymity and security measures, facilitates witness testimony in a safe environment and Supports victims through the justice process.

The third law which is the Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency Law aims to protect consumers' interests and settle disputes. The law establishes the Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency to protect consumers and promote their welfare. The agency handles consumer complaints, investigates defective products, and enforces compliance with consumer protection regulations among others.

The discussion was steered by the Permanent Secretary Office of Political, Legislative and Civic Engagement, Engr. Sholabomi Shasore alongside other top Officials from the various concerned agencies.

In his remarks, the coordinator of the youth umbrella body, Damilola Kushimo commended the council authority and the state government for the partnership in eliminating residents’ ignorance about the new law while assuring the message will be further disseminate the message to the entire youths in the council area through their various Community Based Organizations (CBOs) and Voluntary Youth Organizations (VYOs).

Also in his remarks, Kushimo utilized the medium to humbly urged the state government to, as a matter of urgency, look into the upgrade of Isolo Youth Centre to complement the local government’s efforts on youth development and ensure that Isolo youths are given more consideration for beneficial projects from the state.

Other notable dignitaries at the event included the council chairman, Olasoju Adebayo who was represented by one of his aides, Mr. Abiola Ayinde-Marshal. Members of Community Development Council (CDC) Market men and women, political leaders among others formed part of the audience.

Signed:
Comrade Jennifer Esenwa
PRO

10/01/2026

We are Underway at the Healthy Living Conference 1.0 Organized by HealthySphere Global in Partnership With NYCN Isolo Local Branch

Theme: Choose Health, Choose Life

Venue: Onigbongbo Hall, Onigbongbo LCDA, Lagos.