Ikeja:The Founder of Nasir Giwa Mentorship (NGM), Mr. Nasir Giwa, has called on Nigerian youths to view socio-economic challenges as opportunities to innovate and create solutions. He conveyed this message during the Fifth NGM Conference held in Ikeja, which coincided with the foundation’s 10th anniversary celebration.
According to the News Agency of Nigeria, Giwa emphasized the importance of replacing complaints with innovation and collaborative efforts. He noted that difficult times could provide a fertile ground for developing solutions that tackle national issues and generate economic value. He encouraged youths to invest their energy in learning, collaboration, and solution-driven ventures rather than engaging in unproductive online debates.
At the conference, Mr. Kola Adesina, Group Managing Director of Sahara Power Group, echoed similar sentiments. He urged young Nigerians to enhance their problem-solving skills and develop intellectual and entrepreneurial capacities. Adesina highlighted the significance of wealth creation through addressing community challenges and advised innovators to craft scalable solutions.
The conference, attended by a diverse group of young professionals, undergraduates, entrepreneurs, and business leaders, focused on topics such as innovation, leadership, and national development. It also featured an address by Mr. Russell Rogers, CEO of Adaptive Foundation, on adaptable leadership and future readiness.
Key events included the NGM and Kola Adesina DARE Nigeria Challenge and the NGM-Afropreneur SME Pitch Competition, aimed at supporting young innovators in healthcare and food security. The conference concluded with the presentation of the NGM @ 10 Impact Awards.