Salimo-Wits Organizes Skill Acquisition For Youths In Ibeju/Lekki
As part of its commitment to identify, harness and maximize the potentials of young Nigerians and to create a promising future for the next generation of young leaders, Salimo-Wits Leadership Club organized an entrepreneurial skill acquisition training program in Ibeju/Lekki community LGA of Lagos State. The training focused on basic entrepreneurial and home management skills, simple fashion design and beauty crafts business and cosmetology.
The first training session on Mental Health was facilitated by the Deputy Commander of Narcotics National Drug Law Enforcement Agency {NDLEA}Mrs. Felicia Ikechukwu. The speaker outlined the various classes of commonly abused drugs and substances by Nigerian youths. She attributed the abuse of drugs by Nigerian youths to dysfunctional homes and families, prevalence of drugs in our society, inaccurate information about dangers of drugs, eexperimenting out of curiosity or boredom, peer influence and influence of media adverts amongst others.
The speaker enumerated on the consequences and effects of drug abuse as loss of interest in school work, health-related problems, criminal activity, cultism, aggression and violent behavior. She rounded up her talk by admonishing the participants to shun anti-social vices and lead a drug-free life. The Mental Health session was followed by interaction session and talk on entrepreneurship. The center point of the program was the training of participants on various cosmetology and household cleaning products such as disinfectants, perfume making as well as simple fashion design and beauty crafts. The one-day program ended by 6:30pm with group photographs and networking by the participants.
Salimo-Wits Leadership Club (SWLC) training is powered by SALIMO-WITS FOUNDATION, a not-for-profit organization that seeks to build leaders and berth change with global impact.
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The Save Our School, Soul, Singles and Students (SOS4) series sponsored by Salimo-Wits Foundation in collaboration with Petra Career management and Resources which commenced earlier in January was rounded off today with a Youth summit held today, 3oth November, 2019 at Petra Christian Academy, Ughelli, Delta State. The youth summit drew attendance from fifteen secondary schools across four Local Government Area’s in Delta State. Some of the schools that participated in the summit include: Petra Christian Academy, High Standard, Afiesere Secondary School, James Welch Grammar School, Owhe Grammar School, Otovwodo Grammar School, Zion City, Ibru College, Final Touch, Effurun Otor Grammar School, Ughelli Mixed, Adagwe Grammar School, Rhinos High School, Ovwor Grammar School and Our Lady of Fatimah.There were over one hundred and twenty five students and teachers in attendance.
Topical issues discussed during the summit include ‘Dangers of Drugs and Cultism”, “Dangers of Pre-marital Sex” and “Becoming an Academic Giant.” The theme for the summit was “Maximizing Your Youth.” Special guest who participated in the youth summit to make it a memorable occasion include Dr. Precious Omoruwou, Mr. Aregbor Emmanuel and Comrade Marcus Ekure. The Youth summit was a mega success as attendance massive.
Following the success of the Youth Summit, Salimo-Wits leadership club (SWLC) has been successfully established in thirteen schools across three (3) Local Government Area in Delta State. Each school has at least five (5) SWLC registered members. Indeed, a generation doesn’t make itself. We must nurture our children into the true leaders they have the in-built capacity to become.
Read MoreSalimo-Wits Organizes Skill Acquisition For Youths In Alimosho
Members of Salimo-Wits leadership club gathered on Saturday 30th November, 2019 for a one day entrepreneurial and skill acquisition training program tagged: “Inside Out” for youths in Ijegemo community, Alimosho LGA of Lagos State. The training focused on simple fashion design and beauty crafts, cosmetology and cleaning products business.
The first training session on entrepreneurship was facilitated by a social entrepreneur Mrs. Treasures Uneagbu. She defined entrepreneurship as the process of designing, launching and running a new business, which is often initially a small business. She described an entrepreneur as a person who starts a business and is willing to risk loss in order to make money.
She outlined the four types of entrepreneurship as entrepreneurial organizations; small businesses, scalable startups, large companies and social entrepreneurs. In the words of the speaker, “entrepreneurs are the drivers of the economy of any nation, because they are inventors who invents ideas that translates to products and services to meet human needs.” The speaker enumerated on the importance of entrepreneurship. She charged the youths to become solutions providers and problem solvers. She concluded her session with these words: “Take personal responsibility for your life and who are becoming. What your future will look like is up to you. Shun social vices that will be inimical to your dreams and success in life. Aspire to impact your nation and world.”
The second training session was facilitated by a seasoned psychologist, Olugbenga Coker. He defined drug abuse as the indiscriminate and harmful use of psychoactive substances by self-administration for non- medical purposes such that the physical, mental, emotional and social state of the user is adversely affected. The speaker identified inaccurate Information about dangers of drugs, lack of parental supervision and family background, prevalence of drugs in the community, peer influence and curiosity as some of the reasons why young people abuse drugs. He mentioned truancy and loss of Interest in school work, health-related Problems, criminal activity, violence and lawlessness as some of the consequences of drug abuse. He ended his session by advising the participants to avoid negative peer pressure, choose their friends wisely and lead a life free of drugs and violence.
High point of the event was the training of the participants on various cosmetology and cleaning products such as soap and perfume making, simple fashion design and beauty crafts such as fascinators amongst others. The one-day event was rounded off by 6:45 pm with group photographs. Salimo-Wits Leadership Club (SWLC) training is powered by SALIMO-WITS FOUNDATION, a not-for-profit organization that seeks to build leaders and berth change with global impact.
Read MoreSalimo Wits Foundation To Empower Over 5000 Young Students In Delta State
As part of efforts to fulfill it’s big goal which is to build leaders and berth change with global impact, Salimo-Wits Foundation has unveiled plans to collaborate with Petra Career and Management Resources to empower over five thousand youths in different locations across the big heart of Nigeria, Delta State.
In a statement released by the foundation through a founding member of the board, Mr Roland Eyetu stated that a large number of students and youths in Delta State are immersed in myriad of anti-social vices and Salimo is geared towards changing these narratives through its various outreach programmes lined up this 2019. The (SOS4) among other objectives will sensitize youths on the dangers inherent in drug abuse, cultism, prostitution and other social vices.
Mr Eyetu further added that “a lot of young people who has participated in the Salimo’s outreach programme in Lagos have gone out to establish something for themselves. We received calls all over the nation from participants that they have never had it like that before hence the need to expand its reach and bring it home. Tagged Save Our Souls for Secondary Schools and Tertiary Institutions (SOS4). This is the first of its kind in the history of Delta State that students in primary, secondary and tertiary institutions will acquire different vocational training skills and leadership orientation free of charge courtesy of Salimo- wits foundation and Petra Career and Management Resources.
The ongoing outreach which commenced earlier in the month of February 2019 in Ughelli Delta State, in March the team will visit schools in Alders Town in Warri , Ifiekporo, Ozoro and climax in Alders town, Warri in October.
View victures from the visit to Ughelli Delta State.
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Read MoreDr. Apoki Charles Shares On Keys To Achieve Financial Independence
Medical Doctor, entrepreneur, public speaker, author and founder Petra Ministries; Dr. Apoki O. Charles was the guest speaker at Salimo-Wits Leadership Club (SWLC) youth empowerment programme held at the Redeem Christian Church of God (Place of Enlargement) Lekki-Epe Expressway, Lagos on Saturday 23rd June 2018. Arrival and registration of participants at the venue started about 10:20 am. The program moderated by Ambassador Blessed Omonose (an exco member of the Salimo-Wits Leadership Club) officially started at 12:45 pm with opening prayers and rendition of the National anthem. In his welcome address, the President and founder of Salimo-Wits Foundation – Ambassador Dan Ekoko highlighted the importance of values orientation. He stressed the need for youths to avoid vices such as armed robbery, cultism, violence, terrorism, and kidnapping. He enjoined the participants to engage in activities that would lead to their positive growth and development.
The guest speaker Dr. Apoki O. Charles commenced his presentation by appreciating the leadership of Salimo-Wits Foundation for organizing the training programme and their commitment to the empowerment and development of youths. He described entitlement mentality as a state of mind in which an individual believes that privileges are instead rights and that they are to be expected as a matter of course. He said many Nigerian youths erroneously believe that the world owes them something. They are always looking to others to do something for them rather than take their destiny in their hands. He explained that it’s by solving problems that the average Nigerian youth could overcome poverty and achieve financial independence. He defined financial freedom as being debt free, being financially stable, regular income and living a comfortable life.
The speaker urged the participants to cultivate a saving culture; develop content, character, and charisma. According to him, “You must have a mentality to become wealthy. This mentality of graduating from the university and getting a job is a slavery mentality. You don’t have to start with a large income to make it big. Start with what you have and from where you are.” The participants were inspired and thrilled as Dr. Apoki O. Charles rounded off his presentation with this words, “Be disciplined. Delay your gratification and keep investing. A great message doesn’t make great people but great decision makes great people.” Gifts were given to youths with Permanent Voters Card (PVC).
SWLC is the signature training programme of the Salimo-Wits Leadership Initiative; organized three times a year with the vision of helping young Nigerians discover, develop and deploy their innate leadership potentials towards national and global impact. Our next training holds on August 12th, 2018.
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Creativity and innovation –was the theme of the Salimo-Wits Youth Leadership Club training which was held on Saturday, November 25th, 2017. The training commenced shortly after 11:48 am with the rendition of the National Anthem and self-introduction by the participants.
The forum also featured a brief review of the two days Salimo-Wits Leadership Training which was held on April 21st and 22nd 2017. SWLC members drew inspiration from certified Life and peak performance Coach Gabriel David, seasoned Psychologist with competencies in psychoanalysis, mindfulness practices and positive psychology, Coker Olugbenga and leadership expert, Kingsley Ewere. The speakers facilitated three sessions on the emotional intelligence (EQ) of innovators, the mindset of the 21st-century change agent and leadership behaviours for innovation. During the open discussion and feedback session, Salimo-Wits Foundation executive’s ambassadors Dan Ekoko, Roland Eyetu and Vincent Prosper urged the participants to become worthy role models in the society. They advised them to shun negative vices that could hinder them from realizing their full leadership potentials and achieving success.
Salimo-Wits Youth Leadership Club (SWLC) is a social network platform bonding like-minded young Nigerians seeking positive change in Nigeria. Our meetings and trainings are designed to re-engineer the mindset of Nigerian youths. The next forum is scheduled for February 2018.
Ayo Fadumiye Speaks On the spirit of Leadership at the SWLC
Pastor, author and principal consultant of Leadership Edge Consult, Ayo Fadumiye was the guest speaker at the Salimo-Wits Youth Leadership Training (SWLC) held at the National Library, Yaba, Lagos on Saturday 5th August, 2017. The theme for the August edition of the Salimo-Wits Youth Leadership training was ‘Spirit of Leadership.’ The training programme which commenced shortly after 1pm featured inspirational videos on “Lead India and motivational leaders”. The topic ‘Boss vs Leader’ was discussed during the Let’s Talk and icebreaker session by the participants.
The guest speaker Ayo Fadunmiye described the spirit of leadership as the spirit of self-discovery and self-mastery. In the words of the speaker, “Life becomes relevant when you discover your gifts and sharpen your skills”. He charged the youths to pursue excellence and cultivate the right association. He stressed the need for the participants to read books and attend seminars that would help them discover their gifts and talents. This was followed by presentation of certificate of participation and consolation prizes to youths who entered for the the Salimo-Wits Essay and Entrepreneurship Competition.
The President and Founder of Salimo-Wits Foundation, Ambassador Dan Ekoko enjoined the participants to shun vices such as terrorism, kidnapping, cultism, internet crime and look within to discover their true selves. He urged the youths to desist from grumbling and complaining, rather contribute their quota towards making Nigeria a better place. The programme was concluded with photo session and departure at 4:10 pm. The SWLC training is the signature training programme of Salimo-Wits Leadership Initiative; organized three times a year for in-school and out-of-school youths.
Salimo Youths Participates In Walk Against Drug Abuse And Illicit Trafficking
Drug abuse is one of the most serious health problems. Besides damaging health, it has several side effects such as economic loss, antisocial behaviour such as stealing, violence and crime besides social stigma and overall downfall of the society. The International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking is observed on June 26th every year to raise awareness about illicit drug abuse and trafficking. Peoples, communities, and several organizations across the world celebrate this day to make people aware and indicate the dangers of drug addiction and illegal trafficking.
As part of its commitment to youth development and empowerment as well as creating a promising future for the next generation of young Nigerian leaders, Salimo-Wits Foundation participated in a walk organized by Christ Against Drug Abuse Ministry (CADAM), a faith-based non-governmental organization committed to ensuring individuals, families and communities are free from the scourge of drug abuse and addiction to commemorate the 2017 International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking with the theme: Are You Drug Free?
The walk aimed at sensitizing and raising public awareness on the dangers of drug abuse and illegal trafficking commenced from the Murhi International Television located Alausa Secretariat, Ikeja, Lagos and culminated at the CADAM office on ACME road, Ogba Ikeja, Lagos. Other participant’s at the walk included the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), selected secondary schools in the Ikeja environ, youth oriented NGO’s and individuals concerned about the alarming increase of drug use amongst the youths in Nigeria.
Youth Empowerment: Excelling In Times Of Recession.
Salimo-Wits Leadership Initiative hosted the SWLC training on Saturday 18th March, 2017 in Ijemo, Ojo Local Government Area, Lagos State; with the theme ‘Exceling In Times Of Recession.’ Arrival and registration of participants at the venue started about 12:20pm. The program commenced at 1:12 pm with opening prayers and rendition of the National anthem. A short video titled: “Beyond Limits” attracted different contributions and comments from the participants. The first Training session was facilitated by Ambassador Daniel Tega Ogomigo. He started his by defining learning as the bridge between ignorance and knowledge. He described recession as a global issue. He said that overcoming recession requires a change in mindset and perspective. The speaker shared the story of Kunle Soriyan and Nick Vujicic, to inspire the participants. He outlined the strategies to overcome recession. He advised the participants to be determined, choose the right association and make no excuses.
The main speaker Ambassador Ewere Kingsley commenced his presentation by describing recession as a difficult time in the economy of a nation. He explained that recession is a time when people are unemployed. The speaker urged the audience to see recession as an opportunity for promotion and advancement. He rounded off by urging the participants to take responsibility and commit themselves to service. On behalf of the President Founder of Salimo-Wits Foundation, Ambassador Owoyemi Emmanuel encouraged the participants to utilize the information gained from the program for their personal transformation. Talent display by various upcoming acts: Ekatte Show, comedian Sholexy Baba, Poetic Andrew and Fame Dance Squad performed to the admiration of the audience. Lucky participants won free recharge cards and leadership books. The March Edition of SWLC Training was concluded with Photo session at 4:10 pm.
The SWLC training is the signature training programme of the Salimo-Wits Leadership Initiative; organized three times a year for in-school and out-of-school youths. The rebranded training for 2017 will be hosted in various LGA’s & LCDA’s across Lagos State.
Salimo-Wits Foundation Offers Hope to Students.
The 2016 career guidance week for students of the University of Lagos, organized by the counseling unit of the Students affairs office has come and gone but the students who took advantage of the program will never forget the impact of the salimo-wits foundation. Aside the gift items presented to them, students were offered opportunities to display their leadership ability through an open competition that offers mouth watering cash prizes and business take off grants. The President of the salimo wits foundation Mr Dan Ekoko, represented by Mr Sunny Ikhioya, a member of the board told the students that the foundation aims at empowering them and developing the next generation of Nigerian leadership. Addressing the students Mr Dan Ekoko said. ” I am delighted to announce to you that salimo wits foundation will work with you as a partner and as a friend- providing you the training, the tools, the networks, guardianship, mentorship and other support required to actualize your business ideas, your life dreams and ambition”. Over a hundred and fifty students registered to be part of the salimo wits dream for the nation and opportunities for registration are still open online.
Other members of the board present are; Mr Roland Eyetu, Mr Kingsley Ewere, Mr Emmanuel Owoyemi, Mr Vincent Prosper and the program officer Mr Akin Adelakun. The foundation’s vision is “building leaders and berthing change with global impact.” while the mission is stated as follows; “To redeem the future of our nation by investing in today’s youth through value, principle and character based training, to create a social network platform that will help like minded people seeking a change in our nation and to plan and organize youth based programs, to undertake transformational programs and projects that will improve the living standards and well being of the people both local and international”.Several gift items including books on leadership and drug abuse were given out free of charge to the students. Salimo Wits have many programs that will benefit the youths, all of which can be assessed on their website. http:vanguuardngr.com/2016/10/unilag-organises-competition-students/
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