Oyo Commissioner, Adegoke Unveils 5 -Day Programme of Events to Mark International Youth Day 2024



As the world prepares to celebrate International Youth Day on August 12, 2024, the Commissioner for Youth and Sports in Oyo State, Honourable Wasilat Adegoke Adefemi, has unveiled a thrilling 5-day programme of events, showcasing the energy, creativity, and innovation of the state's young people. This year's theme, "Youth Digital Innovation for Sustainable Development," highlights the vital contribution of youth in driving progress and creating a better future for all.


The 5-day celebration, scheduled to take place from August 12-18, 2024, promises an array of engaging activities, including:


August 12 (Day 1)

- Awareness Walk/Environmental Clean Up

    - Venue: Secretariat, Favours - Bodija Market

    - Time: 12 noon


August 13 (Day 2)

- Visit to Correctional Centre

    - Venue: Agodi

    - Time: 10 am

- Business Fair/Exhibition for Young Entrepreneurs

    - Venue: Race Course Amphitheatre, inside Lekan Salami Sports Complex

    - Time: 1 pm


August 14 (Day 3)

- Entrepreneurship Seminar, Business Plan Pitch/Contest

    - Guest Speakers: [Insert names]

    - Venue: Western Hall, State Secretariat, Ibadan

    - Time: 10 am


August 15 (Day 4)

- Novelty Match

    - Venue: Olubadan Stadium

    - Time: 9 am

- Boat Cruise

    - Venue: Eleyele Lake

    - Time: 3 pm


August 16 & 18 (Grand Finale)

- Special Jumat Service (Mosque) and Thanksgiving Service (Church)

    - Venue: Oja'ba Central Mosque (Jumat) and Cathedral of St. Peters, Aremo (Thanksgiving)

    - Time: 1 pm (Jumat) and 9 am (Thanksgiving)


For the Day 3 event (Seminar, Business Plan Pitch/Contest), youth entrepreneurs in Oyo State operating tech-enabled businesses in various sectors, including:


- Agriculture

- Healthcare

- Education

- Waste management

- Recycling

- Manufacturing

- Food Processing

- Digital Solution Providers


and who meet these criteria:


- Upskill and enhance your business knowledge

- Learn to pitch your business ideas effectively

- Receive mentorship from industry experts


are encouraged to apply and take their businesses to the next level: https://oyep.org/nexus-register/

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