Youth Solution Summit 2025
...empowered to lead
Welcome
Join us for a transformative experience designed to empower youth through learning, mentorship, and leadership development.
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Our Philosophy
Youths ending violence against children and creating a safe environment for healing and growth.
Problems We Address
- Emotional Trauma
- Childhood Sexual Trauma
- Leadership skill gaps
Youth Strengths
- Driving innovation
- Active in advocacy
- Shaping the future
3-Day Program Schedule
| Time | Activity / Session |
|---|---|
| 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM | Arrival, Orientation & Building Connections (gentle movement & mindfulness, registration, icebreakers, team-building) |
| 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM | Breakfast and Building Connections --- "My Story, My Strength" (voluntary participant sharing, resilience focus; facilitated by counselors/mentors) |
| 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | Summit Opening and Plenary Session |
| 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM | Opening Address --- Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Governor of Lagos State |
| 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM | Keynote Speech --- Mr. Bolaji Ogunlende, Lagos State Commissioner for Youths and Sports |
| 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM | Workshop A --- "Understanding Childhood Trauma and Preventing Sexual Harassment/Abuse" (Dr. Bukola Ogunkua) |
| 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM | Lunch |
| 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM | Skill Acquisition --- Creative Labs (Workshops 1-10) |
| 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM | Dinner |
| 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM | Workshop B --- "The Power Within: Introduction to Emotional Regulation" (Dr. Denise Buchanan) |
| 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM | Fashion Runway Showcase --- Sustainable Fashion, Cultural Fusion, Futuristic Fashion, Music-Inspired Runway |
| 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM | Day Close |
| Time | Activity / Session |
|---|---|
| 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM | Arrival & Building Connections (gentle movement, mindfulness, team-building) |
| 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM | Breakfast, Orientation & Connections --- Interactive Session: "A Youth Entrepreneur's Understanding of the Nigerian Economic Landscape" |
| 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM | Keynote Speech --- Mr. Abubakar Suleiman, MD Sterling Bank |
| 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM | Workshop C --- "Nigeria, My Nigeria! -- Rekindling the Nigerian Spirit" (Tunde Onakoya, Chess in the Slum) |
| 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM | Workshop D --- "Understanding the Nigerian Economic Landscape: Opportunities and Challenges in the Nigerian Economy" (TMs Oyin Egbeyemi, Lagos State Trust Funds) |
| 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM | Panel Discussion & Youth Interaction with all 3 speakers |
| 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM | Lunch |
| 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM | Skill Acquisition --- Creative Labs (Workshops 1-10) |
| 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM | Dinner |
| 6:15 PM - 7:00 PM | Evening Session --- "Creative Expression as a Healing Strategy" (Beck Banda, Ph.D) |
| 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM | "Your Nigerian Identity" (Mr. Abraham Abah) |
| 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM | Open Mic Session (optional participant reflections) |
| 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM | Day Close |
| Time | Activity / Session |
|---|---|
| 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM | Arrival & Summit Energy (gentle movement, mindfulness, team dance) |
| 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM | Breakfast, Recap & Reflections on Summit Gains |
| 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM | Keynote Speech --- "The Power of Vision: Dreaming Beyond Limitations" (Otto Orondam) |
| 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM | Workshop E --- "Leading with Integrity & Ethics" (Mrs. Sade Adefisayo) |
| 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM | Workshop F --- Interactive Session: "What Kind of Leader Are You?" (Julius Ilori) |
| 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM | Group Challenge --- "Civic Engagement & National Pride" (Abraham Abah) |
| 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM | Lunch |
| 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM | Workshop --- "Mapping Your Future: Vision Boarding & Goal Setting" (Mr. Otto Orondam) |
| 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM | Creative Labs --- Team preparation for dinner presentations |
| 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM | Grand Finale & Awards Night --- Dinner & Awards, Creative Lab Presentations, Structured Networking, Closing Ceremony, Vote of Thanks & Commitment to Action |
Learning Labs
Featured Speakers
Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu
Executive Governor, Lagos State
Mr. Bolaji Ogunlende
Commissioner for Youth and Sports, Lagos State
Mr. Abubakar Suleiman
MD, Sterling Bank
Tunde Onakoya
Founder, Chess in the Slumr
Dr. Bukola Ogunkua
CEO, Suburbancares
Dr. Denise L. Buchanan
CEO, Faith Has Feet
Oyin Egbeyemi
Director, LSFT
Beck Banda, Ph.D
CEO, YOCUPA 7ASIDE
Mr. Abraham Abah
PhD. Scholar, IIT Bombay
Otto Orondam
Founder, Slum2School
Mrs. Sade Adefisayo
CEO, Leading Learning
Julius Ilori
Founder, LCE Tech hub
Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu
Executive Governor, Lagos State
Babajide Sanwo-Olu is the Governor of Lagos State, leading with a vision to transform Lagos into a smart city. He has championed youth empowerment and infrastructure development.
Mr. Bolaji Ogunlende
Commissioner for Youth and Sports, Lagos State
Bolaji Ogunlende advocates for youth development through sports and skill-building initiatives in Lagos State.
Mr. Abubakar Suleiman
MD, Sterling Bank
Abubakar Suleiman drives innovative banking solutions to support youth entrepreneurship and economic inclusion.
Tunde Onakoya
Founder, Chess in the Slum
Tunde Onakoya empowers underprivileged children through chess, showcasing resilience and vision.
Dr. Bukola Ogunkua
CEO, Suburbancares
Dr. Bukola Ogunkua specializes in childhood trauma and abuse prevention, leading impactful workshops.
Dr. Denise L. Buchana
CEO, Faith Has Feet
Dr. Denise L. Buchanan is an expert in emotional regulation and mental wellness for youth.
TMs Oyin Egbeyemi
Lagos State Trust Funds
TMs Oyin Egbeyemi provides insights into the Nigerian economic landscape and youth opportunities.
Dr. Beck Banda
CEO, YOCUPA 7ASIDE
Beck Banda uses creative expression as a tool for healing and personal development.
Mr. Abraham Abah
Phd. Scholar, IIT Bombay
Abraham Abah focuses on civic engagement and fostering national pride among youth.
Otto Orondam
Founder, Slum2School
Otto Orondam inspires youth to dream beyond limitations and create impactful visions.
Mrs. Sade Adefisayo
CEO, Leading Learning
Mrs. Sade Adefisayo teaches leadership grounded in integrity and ethical practices.
Julius Ilori
Founder, LCE Tech Hub
Julius Ilori helps youth discover their leadership styles and potentials.


