Youth Minister, Dr. Bukola Saraki, Sen. Natasha to Grace 4th Edition of Osun Youth Conference

…To train over 500 young entrepreneurs support with free CAC registration

Former Senate President, Dr. Bukola Saraki, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, Hajia Bola Shagaya, Hon. Ayodele Olawande, Minister of Youth, Dr. Charles Odii (DG SMEDAN), Bar Pelumi Olajengbesi, Dr. Femi Adefila, Banks Omisore, and several others will grace the Osun Youth Conference & Awards.

The 4th edition of the Osun Youth Conference & Awards to hold a two-day event at Adolak Event Center, Ogo-Oluwa, Osogbo with the theme: “The Power of Youth: Rethinking Leadership, Entrepreneurship & Digital Inclusion in Nation Building.”

Speaking on Friday, the Convener of the programme, SA to the Governor on Youth Mobilization, Comrade Segun Oyewale said that over 500 young entrepreneurs will be trained, guided, and supported with free CAC registration.

Oyewale disclosed that they have partner with SMEDAN, BOI, and CAC formalize their businesses.

He stated that programme will feature entrepreneurship development, award ceremony, and launch of the Dr. Deji Adeleke Youth Entrepreneurship Resource Centre.

According to him, “It gives me immense pleasure to stand before you today as we officially announce the 4.0 Edition of the Osun Youth Conference & Awards, organized in partnership with the Osun State Ministry of Youth Affairs an initiative that continues to grow as the largest youth convergence in Osun State and one of the most influential youth platforms in Southwest Nigeria.

“The theme was carefully chosen to reflect the reality of our time a moment when the energy, creativity, and innovation of young people must be strategically directed toward leadership redefinition, sustainable entrepreneurship, and technological inclusion.

“Through this year’s conference, we seek to engage human minds on a larger scale through striking conversations, actionable ideas, and impactful solutions that address the real challenges facing young people today from access to finance, to business sustainability, leadership inclusion, and digital participation.

“Day Two will feature the main conference and award ceremony a convergence of brilliant minds, innovators, thought leaders, and policymakers sharing one stage to chart the course for a new generation of youth-driven leadership and impact.

“We are privileged to be engaging notable personalities and exceptional minds across Nigeria including Dr. Bukola Saraki, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, Hajia Bola Shagaya, Hon. Ayodele Olawande (Honourable Minister of Youth), Dr. Charles Odii (DG SMEDAN), Bar Pelumi Olajengbesi Dr Femi Adefila, Banks Omisore, and several others who have all been considered for strategic participation and engagement in this year’s conference.

“Beyond conversation, this edition will also mark a symbolic milestone in our state’s commitment to youth empowerment with the launch of the Dr. Deji Adeleke Youth Entrepreneurship Resource Centre, a permanent hub for innovation, capacity building, and entrepreneurial growth in Osogbo.

“We want the youth of Osun to see this conference not just as another event, but as a movement of possibilities, a platform where voices are heard, ideas are transformed, and dreams are given direction.

“To inspire a generation of youth who think solutions, not complaints. To build a stronger link between government, private sector, and the entrepreneurial community. To set a new model for youth inclusion in leadership and governance. And to position Osun State as a model of youth-driven development in Nigeria.