Omu-Aran People's Forum, OPF, OMU PEOPLE FORUM, CITY HALL, OMU ARAN, Omu Aran (2026)

23/12/2025

Grant Received shall be used Judiciously to uplift the lives of the people in OmuAran.. Bisi Owolewa Said

The Omu-Aran People's Forum, OPF is set to launch the 2025 edition of the Annual OPF empowerment and Scholarship. According to the Secretary of the Education, Scholarship and Empowerment Committee, Bisi Owolewa, "close to five hundreds youth have applied for the scholarship and grant. As everyone is going to be a beneficiary, we hosted a one month Digital Skills Empowerment 4 Youth (DIGSE4Y) training youth on the use of Computer and Mobile services, Security of their digital assets and cash over ATM and the POS, acquiring Cloud Computing skills to boost their career path in Tech, becoming a responsible digital citizens, entrepreneurship."

The President of the OPF, Prince Sunday Babalola has directed that the grant shall cut across people with exemptional brilliancy in the education and the less privilege struggling in their career.

To this endt, closed to 50 people shall be awarded the OPF scholarship grants and awards, but subject to rigorous screening, examination and assessment.

God bless everyone for your kind support, following and prayers.

It's been over seven years now that Omu-Aran people chose us to pioneer this *Scholarship, Career and Youth Empowerment*

I must say with a smile, your kind gesture and support has changed many lives positively . With you, OPF has done more for the Youth in Omu-Aran..

God bless everyone supporting this project.

21/12/2025

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20/12/2025

OPF sets to conclude the year 2025 Digital Skills Empowerment 4 Youth (DIGSE4Y) in December 29, 2025. Don't Miss it.

The ongoing Digital Skills Empowerment 4 Youth (DIGSE4Y) is a transformative capacity-building initiative designed to equip young people in Nigeria specifically Omu-Aran with essential digital competencies for today’s technology-driven world. This programme is proudly sponsored by the Omu-Aran People's Forum, OPF and delivered by BC Networks Innovation Hub, a leading organization in digital literacy, STEM innovation, and youth empowerment.

The initiative is a shared commitment of Omu-Aran People's Forum, OPF towards empowering Nigerian youth with practical, future-ready skills that enhance employability, productivity, digital inclusion, and lifelong learning.

The Training Overview
A one-month intensive training programme that targets 500 youths including secondary school students, vocational trainees, college and university students, and the general public. The course provides hands-on training in the effective use of computers and mobile devices, covering essential digital concepts such as hardware, operating systems, applications, and online services.

Participation was FREE and Participants must have gained practical knowledge required to confidently navigate digital tools used in education, business, and everyday life.

In addition, the course introduces indispensable technology trends shaping modern society, including:
• Cybersecurity and online safety
• Secure use of ATM and POS systems
• Document storage and management using cloud platforms
• Protection of mobile devices against digital threats
• Smart guidelines for purchasing mobile phones and computer systems

Why This Course Matters to Participants

With more mobile devices than people globally, and technology shapig the future of Education, businesses and entrepreneurship, digital literacy is no longer optional it is essential. Equipping young people with practical digital skills lays a strong foundation for:
• Improved employability and income opportunities
• Greater social inclusion and digital participation
• Enhanced confidence in using technology safely
• Support for personal well-being and lifelong learning
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This programme empowers participants to become responsible, confident, and informed digital citizens.

Learning Outcomes
• By the end of the training, participants will be able to:
• Practice effective use of a mouse and trackpad
• Confidently manage files on Windows, Android, and cloud platforms
• Install, manage, and update applications and software
• Understand and navigate device connectivity: LAN, Wi-Fi, cellular networks, and Bluetooth
• Troubleshoot common technical issues and adopt environmentally responsible digital practices
• Explore emerging technologies such as Generative AI and Internet of Things (IoT)

Course Prerequisites: None: The programme is beginner-friendly and accessible to all.

Learning Components Highlights
• 4 structured learning modules with 15 hands-on exercises
• 5 interactive practice sessions and presentations
• 12 instructional videos hosted on the OPF website
• 7 real-world problem-solving scenarios
• 2 assessment tests and a final OPF Qualifying Scholarship Examination

Course Instructors

The programme is facilitated by BC Networks Innovation Hub, led by experienced IT and Digital Literacy Consultants committed to delivering practical, impactful learning experiences.

About BC Networks Innovation Hub: BC Networks Innovation Hub is a digital skills, innovation, and capacity-building organization committed to empowering individuals, communities, and institutions with practical, future-ready competencies. The Hub designs and delivers tailored digital literacy, technology, and entrepreneurship programmes that address real-world needs across education, business, and community development. With proven experience delivering impact-driven training of more that One million Youth, under her Skills 4 You(th) in Nigeria, Malaysia, the United Kingdom, and Canada, BC Networks combines global best practices with local insight to drive digital inclusion, workforce readiness, and sustainable community empowerment.

26/11/2025

TRAINING PLAN FOR THE 2025 OPF DIGITAL SKILLS EMPOWERMENT 4 YOUTH (DIGSE4Y) 2025*
ON THE USE OF COMPUTERS AND MOBILE DEVICES FOR ACCESSING COMPUTER-BASED EDUCATION, EMPLOYMENT AND ENTREPRENUERSHIP OPPOTUNITIES

1.0 Introduction:
This training is part of the OPF Digital Skills Empowerment 4 Youth (DIGSE4Y). The Omu-Aran People Forum (OPF) aims to train 500 young people on how to effectively use computers and mobile devices to access computer-based, employments, entrepreneurship opportunities and online services.

The one-month training will adopt a hybrid learning format combining both physical and virtual sessions.
1. Physical classes will hold at GSS Omu-Aran, NCC Digital Connect Centre
2. Virtual classes: To be held online via the official training link: https://meet.jit.si/opfdigse4y
3. Participants must register online via the official registration portal: bit.ly/opfds4y

1.1 Objectives*
This Digital Skills Empowerment 4 Youth (DIGSE4Y) program is designed to build confidence among participants from primary, secondary, and tertiary institutions, as well as members of the general public, in using computers and mobile devices with greater independence and ease.
1.2 Training Overview*
Participants are expected across Omu-Aran and its environments aged 10 and above from Primary, Secondary and Secondary including Apprentices The training will start with the fundamentals allowing participants to gain a solid understanding of how to use computers and mobile devices for essential tasks.

*The training module will cover:*

1. Hardware and software basics
2. Operating systems and key features
3. Downloading and updating applications
4. Connecting to the internet via Wi-Fi, cellular data, or Bluetooth
5. Device performance optimization (managing storage, memory, and cache)
• Participants will also learn internet searching skills and how to move, copy, delete, and restore files on Windows, Android, and cloud platforms.
• In addition, participants will gain practical skills in using trackpads and mouse gestures such as left, right, and double-click, two-finger tap, edge swipe, and pinch-to-zoom — essential for computer-based tests (CBT) and other online assessments.
Through interactive practice sessions, videos, and guided tutorials from our consultant, BC Networks Innovation Hub Digital Skills Empowerment 4 Youth (DIGSE4Y) , participants will develop confidence in using digital tools effectively and responsibly.

1.3 Learning Outcomes*
By the end of this training, participants will:
Demonstrate improved confidence in operating digital devices including computers, CBT exercises and online services. Thy will also learn how to:
1. Navigate online platforms safely and efficiently
2. Apply their digital skills in academics, entrepreneurship, and employment opportunities
3. Increase their productivity and competitiveness in the modern workforce leveraging their digital skills

This program serves as a gateway to digital inclusion, empowering youth in Omu-Aran to enhance their personal lives, academic performance, and career prospects especially those transitioning into the labour market.

This transformative journey will begin on November 22, 2025. Class Starting at 10 am, as follows:

1.4 Training Schedule*
The training shall be stream on the OPF Whatsapphttps://www.facebook.com/OPFcareer

22/11/2025

*Omu-Aran People's Forum begins Digital Skills Empowerment for Youth and Scholarship Program for 2025/2026 session*

Today 22/11/2025 marked the beginning of a new dawn for students participating in the OPF Digital Skills Empowerment 4 Youth (DIGSE4Y). The opening session set a strong foundation, inspiring youth from Omu-Aran and Nigeria to understand the power and importance of digital literacy in today’s world.

From the very first class, students were taken back to the core reason behind this initiative, the urgent need for digital skills as vital tools for education, employment, and entrepreneurship. In a rapidly evolving digital era, the ability to use technology effectively is no longer optional; it is a necessity that opens the door to countless opportunities.

👉 *Why Digital Skills Matter*

The lead instructor from BC Networks Innovation Hub, Bisi Owolewa emphasized that digital skills are now central to:

👉Education: from accessing CBT exams to conducting online research and using learning platforms.

👉Employment: as most modern jobs require basic to advanced digital competence.

👉Entrepreneurship: empowering y people to start online businesses, market their skills, and leverage digital tools to grow their dreams.

*..and that is why OPF is championing these initiatives*" Owolewa Said.

"The students were encouraged to see themselves not just as learners, but as future innovators who will shape the digital landscape of their communities and beyond."

📌 *A Bright Beginning For Youth in Omuaran*

With excitement and curiosity shining through the virtual class, the first session laid the groundwork for the one-month intensive training.

Participants were introduced to the expectations of the program, the importance of consistent participation, and the opportunities that lie ahead, including possible scholarships and educational sponsorships for dedicated students from Omu-Aran

As the program continues, each class will further equip these young minds with hands-on digital skills, confidence, and exposure to global opportunities.

📌 *The Journey Has Begun and Omu-Aran People's Forum, OPF is taking the Lead*📌

The OPF Education Committee is changing the narrative and helping in building the Youth of Omu-Aran with a life-changing opportunity.

For many participants, today’s experience is the start of a transformation that will empower them to become digitally skilled, employable, and entrepreneurial.

*To all Stakeholders, Donors and Supporter The OPF management team wishes to thank you for reaching out to OPF to enable us put this together*

The journey has just begun, and the future looks promising.

Bisi Owolewa
Secretary OPF Education and Scholarship

21/11/2025

📌WAEC Shifts Full CBT Examination to 2027 — OPF Steps Up to Prepare Omu-Aran Students.📌

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has officially postponed the full rollout of its Computer-Based Testing (CBT) examination system to 2027.
This announcement comes after months of public concern about the readiness of schools, teachers, and students for a nationwide transition to full CBT.

To ensure a smooth changeover, WAEC confirmed that the 2026 May/June WASSCE will run as a pilot, where candidates can choose between:

✅CBT format, or

✅Traditional paper-and-pen format

This flexible phase is intended to help schools and learners gradually adjust to the new examination structure.

📌Why WAEC Delayed Full Implementation
WAEC acknowledged several critical challenges that would have affected fairness and accessibility if full CBT had launched in 2026. These include:

👉Inadequate CBT Infrastructure
Many secondary schools across West Africa—especially in rural communities—still lack:

✅Functional computer laboratories

✅Stable and reliable electricity

✅High-speed internet connectivity

✅Adequately trained ICT personnel

Rolling out full CBT under such conditions would risk disadvantaging thousands of students.

📌How OPF is Leading the Response in Omu-Aran📌
Long before this announcement, the Omu-Aran People’s Forum (OPF) had already taken proactive steps.
Since last year, OPF’s Digital Skills Empowerment Initiative has trained hundreds of students on how to navigate computer-based examinations and essential digital technologies.

Going forward this year, the Forum is targeting at least 500 additional students, alongside teachers, to empower the entire education ecosystem in Omu-Aran.

This is not just preparation for CBT—it is an investment in:

📌Digital literacy

📌Employment readiness

,📌Entrepreneurship skills

📌Technological confidence

📌OPF’s Long-Term Commitment: Strengthening School Infrastructure📌
The OPF remains fully committed to sustaining this capacity-building movement.

The Forum’s long-term plan includes supporting secondary schools in Omu-Aran with:

📌Functional computer laboratories

📌Stable electricity supply

📌Reliable internet connectivity

📌Qualified and trained ICT personnel

These interventions aim to ensure that no student in Omu-Aran is left behind when WAEC finally transitions to full CBT in 2027.

📌A Call to Stakeholders📌
Parents, school administrators, community leaders, development partners, and philanthropists are invited to collaborate with the OPF.
Together, we can position Omu-Aran as a model community one where every child has equal access to digital tools, quality education, and future opportunities.
.the Omu-Aran People's Forum, OPF

21/11/2025

👉👉👉

*🎉 CONGRATULATIONS! *Tens of Youths who registered has been successfully *shortlisted for the 2025 OPF Digital Skills Empowerment Training (DIGSE4Y).*

If you are lucky to be shortlisted
📌You are urged to participate fully in this One Month Digital Skills Training program which focuses on *The Use of Computer and Technology in Assessing Education, Job Employment and Entrepreneurship Opportunities.*

📌 *You also stand a greater chance of winning the OPF Scholarship and Educational Sponsorship provided you attend all classes and pass the CBT Aptitude Test.*

📌📅 Training Start Date: Saturday, November 22, 2025
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM (Join by 9:45 AM for onboarding and briefing)
🌐 Venue: Virtual Class — https://meet.jit.si/opfdigse4y

📌You are expected to join the virtual class using a mobile phone or laptop with a stable internet connection.

📌Parents and guardians are kindly encouraged to ensure that participants have access to these devices for smooth and effective participation.

Thank you. Registration is still ongoing. Just *send OPF DS4Y to 09040030908 Whatsapp*

02/11/2025

*Igbomina Youth Assembly Secures Boarding Pass in NASA-Artemis II Orion Spacecraft Historic Moon Travel*

Igbomina Youth Assembly under the Chairmanship of Engr. Gbenga Ajibola finally books a slot with the National Aeronautics and Sapce Administration (NASA) in the historic 685,000miles Artemis-II Orion Spacecraft (Round the Moon) journey.

Since the launch of the project, the media and publicity secretary Igbomina Youth Assembly has been monitoring the development to book a space for the Assembly.

The media and publicity secretary of the Assembly noted, "Igbomina Youth Assembly is the first community based Youth organisation, globally to indicate interest and attain this feat. This development, therefore, is unique and worth celebration. "

The Chairman of Careraker Committee, Engr. Gbenga Ajibola commended the media and publicity sub-committee and dedicated this feat to the Igbomina Youth and Igbominaland at large.

The Orion Spacecraft will be launched in 2026 at the Kennedy Space Center, Florida. The 4-man team are Reid Wiseman (Commander), Victor Glover (Pilot), Christiana Koch and Jeremy Hansen as Mission Specialists.

*Joel Afolayan*
Secretary, Media and Publicity
Igbomina Youth Assembly
_November 2, 2025_

01/01/2025

Over the years, OPF has consistently engaged the youth of Omu-Aran through various career development initiatives. Two years ago, we focused on enhancing students’ mathematical reasoning and critical thinking skills. Last year, we held a program centered on developing communication, expression, and problem-solving skills through English debates, while addressing pressing issues such as drug abuse, cybercrime, and examination malpractice.

This year, we embarked on a new dimension: a digital mentorship and training program aimed at equipping the youth with vital skills in programming, web development, and digital literacy. These are not just skills of today, they are the tools for building a better tomorrow. Through this initiative, OPF has trained students and youth from Omu-Aran to harness the power of technology and prepare them for future opportunities.

I am also proud to note that OPF is the first organization in Omu-Aran to introduce a scholarship program with a (CBT) system, setting a benchmark for technology-driven education in our community. After a month of rigorous digital skills training, we conducted a mock scholarship examination in various locations, followed by the physical CBT Scholarship Qualifying Examination. Today, we are excited to celebrate the winners across three categories: Primary, Secondary, and Tertiary levels.

31/12/2024

This year, Omuaran People's Forum embarked on a new dimension of a digital mentorship and training program aimed at equipping the youth with vital skills in programming, web development, and digital literacy. These are not just skills of today, they are the tools for building a better tomorrow. Through this initiative, OPF has trained students and youth from Omu-Aran to harness the power of technology and prepare them for future opportunities.

I am also proud to note that OPF is the first organization in Omu-Aran to introduce a scholarship program with a (CBT) system, setting a benchmark for technology-driven education in our community. After a month of rigorous digital skills training, we conducted a mock scholarship examination in various locations, followed by the physical CBT Scholarship Qualifying Examination. Today, we are excited to celebrate the winners across three categories: Primary, Secondary, and Tertiary levels.

31/12/2024

Address by the Chairperson of OPF Career and Scholarship Committee Grand Finale and Scholarship Award Ceremony of the “Omu-Aran Youth Innovate & Create” Program, held at Mucenty Hotel, Omu-Aran. December 29, 2024

Distinguished Guests,
Your Royal Highness, The Olomu of Omu-Aran, (Oba Abdulraheem Adeoti, Olomu Efon),
Honorable Member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Tunji Olawuyi
The Honorable Chairman, Irepodun Local Goverment, Area, Omu-Aran
The Olomu-In-Council,
Esteemed Elders and Leaders of the -Aran Development Association ,
President of the Omu-Aran People’s Forum , Mr Yinka Babalola,
The Governing Council of OPF (OPFGC), Parents, Teachers, and our bright and promising scholars,

Good afternoon, and welcome to this momentous occasion, the Grand Finale and Scholarship Award Ceremony of the “Omu-Aran Youth Innovate & Create” Program, organized by the Omu-Aran People’s Forum (OPF) Career and Scholarship Committee.

Today, we are here to celebrate excellence, dedication, and the transformative power of education and technology. This year OPF education program, which has run for the past month, represents our commitment to empowering the youth of Omu-Aran with critical digital skills, fostering creativity, and inspiring them to become innovators and leaders in a technology-driven world.

Before delving further, I wish to honor the memory of our late Chairperson, Professor Grace Iyabo Olasehinde, who selflessly piloted the affairs of this committee until her passing last year. May her soul rest in eternal peace. Her legacy remains a guiding light for all of us as we continue to build on the foundation she laid.

Over the years, OPF has consistently engaged the youth of Omu-Aran through various career development initiatives. Two years ago, we focused on enhancing students’ mathematical reasoning and critical thinking skills. Last year, we held a program centered on developing communication, expression, and problem-solving skills through English debates, while addressing pressing issues such as drug abuse, cybercrime, and examination malpractice.

This year, we embarked on a new dimension: a digital mentorship and training program aimed at equipping the youth with vital skills in programming, web development, and digital literacy. These are not just skills of today, they are the tools for building a better tomorrow. Through this initiative, OPF has trained students and youth from Omu-Aran to harness the power of technology and prepare them for future opportunities.

I am also proud to note that OPF is the first organization in Omu-Aran to introduce a scholarship program with a (CBT) system, setting a benchmark for technology-driven education in our community. After a month of rigorous digital skills training, we conducted a mock scholarship examination in various locations, followed by the physical CBT Scholarship Qualifying Examination. Today, we are excited to celebrate the winners across three categories: Primary, Secondary, and Tertiary levels.

As we honor their achievements today, let us recognize that these scholarships represent more than financial assistance, they are a testament to our belief in the potential of every student here to inspire change and drive progress in Omu-Aran and beyond.

In addition to the scholarships, I am pleased to announce that 25 imported school bags will be awarded to the top-performing students, along with scholarship funds for nine students across the three categories. Consolidated scholarship funds will also be presented. These initiatives reflect OPF’s unwavering commitment to the development of the people in Omu-Aran.

I would like to reiterate that OPF is an integral part of ODA’s broader mission, working tirelessly to enhance the lives of our people. We humbly urge ODA leadership and community stakeholders to continue supporting OPF and its impactful programs.

To our esteemed Royal Highness, donors, dignitaries, and all members of the community, your generous contributions and presence here today underscore your commitment to nurturing the next generation of leaders.

To our scholars, I encourage you to cherish this moment with pride and gratitude, but also with a deep sense of responsibility. Use the knowledge and opportunities you have gained to uplift our community and inspire others to dream big and achieve even more.

Once again, I welcome you all to this special event. May today mark the beginning of many more milestones of success for Omu-Aran and its remarkable youth.

Thank you, and may God bless you all.

Bisi Owolewa
Secretary: 08060346052
OPF Career & Scholarship Committee

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