LAGOS YOUTH DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE (LYDI)

✨ Cheers to more growth, impact, and fulfilled purpose. – Team LYDI

🎉 Happy Birthday to a Leader of Impact! Today, we celebrate Akinde Azeezat Omobolanle , a dedicated and result-driven Director of Finance and Budget whose commitment and excellence continue to strengthen our mission. Your diligence, leadership, and unwavering passion for

growth and accountability do not go unnoticed. You play a vital role in driving impact and ensuring progress within the system. As you mark another year, we wish you greater achievements, wisdom, and continued success in all you do. Thank you for your service and dedication.

Yesterday was fully dedicated to advancing conversations around security, governance, and youth inclusion. Following my participation at the Stakeholders Engagement with the Lagos State Police Command, I proceeded to serve as a Panelist at the Youth Electoral Participation & Governance Symposium 2026, hosted by EleniyanCares Foundation in partnership with the Lagos Youth Development Institute (LYDI), held at MRC Auditorium, LASUCOM, Ikeja. I had the privilege of sharing the panel with the Youngest Executive Chairman in Lagos State, Hon. Vinod Ganiyu Obasa, as we engaged on the critical role of young people in shaping electoral outcomes and governance. We remain committed to strengthening youth participation, deepening democratic engagement, and contributing meaningfully to nation-building. ⸻ #YouthInGovernance #ElectoralParticipation #LeadershipMatters #YouthLeadership #NYCNLagos #PublicService #NationBuilding #LagosYouth @jidesanwoolu @drobafemihamzat @LagosNycn | @followlasg @LydInstitute

Together, we are not just having conversations… We are building the future. #YouthInGovernance #ElectoralParticipation #LeadershipMatters #YouthLeadership #Youth

🎥 A Moment Worth Reliving… The Youth Electoral Participation & Governance Symposium 2026 was more than an event, it was a powerful gathering of voices, ideas, and young people committed to shaping the future of governance. From insightful conversations to

meaningful engagement, we witnessed the passion and potential of youth ready to drive change. To everyone who showed up, supported, partnered, spoke, volunteered, and participated, *thank you for being part of this impact.* Your presence made the difference.

🎥 A Moment Worth Reliving… The Youth Electoral Participation & Governance Symposium 2026 was more than an event, it was a powerful gathering of voices, ideas, and young people committed to shaping the future of governance. From insightful conversations to

and opportunities needed to develop strong leadership capacity and thrive in any space they finds themselves. LYDI Empowering the Youth Transforming Lagos #DidYouKnow #LeadershipDevelopment #YouthLeadership #IntentionalGrowth #LYDI

💡 DID YOU KNOW? Leadership skills can be learned and developed. Leadership is not limited to natural ability, it is built through intentional learning, practice, and continuous self-improvement. Skills such as communication, decision-making, problem-solving, and emotional

intelligence can all be developed over time. With the right exposure, guidance, and mindset, individuals can grow into confident and effective leaders capable of creating meaningful impact. At LYDI, we are committed to equipping young people with the knowledge, skills,

beginning of something transformative. #LYDI2026 #TransformationalFellowship #YouthLeadership #LeadershipDevelopment #LeadershipJourney #LYDI

🎉 Congratulations to Our Selected Fellows! Out of many, you showed up, stood out, and made it through. Welcome to the LYDI 2026 Cohort, where growth is intentional, leadership is built, and impact begins. To everyone who participated in the screening process, we see you and

we celebrate your effort, courage, and commitment to growth. This is not the end of your journey, keep showing up. 📩 If you participated in the physical screening, kindly check your email for your application status and next steps. This is more than a selection, it’s the

Today, we actively participated in the Stakeholders Engagement organized by the Lagos State Police Command under the leadership of the new Commissioner of Police, Tijani Fatai, as part of their weeklong activities marking the celebration of Police Day. At the engagement, we presented key concerns and pressing issues affecting young people, particularly as it relates to security and the need for more proactive, community-driven policing across Lagos State. We also acknowledged the notable progress made by the Command, especially their openness and willingness to collaborate with relevant stakeholders in building a safer and more secure environment for all. As representatives of the youth constituency, we reiterated our commitment to contributing our quota through strategic initiatives such as the Back to Street Initiative and other advocacy-driven projects aimed at fostering peace, trust, and engagement. Furthermore, we strongly implored the Command to prioritize the implementation of the Lagos Youth Advisory Council and ensure the statutory inclusion of youth representatives in Peace and Security Meetings across the state. Together, we can build a more inclusive, responsive, and youth-conscious security framework for Lagos. #NYCNLagos #PoliceDay #YouthInGovernance #CommunityPolicing #LagosYouth #SecurityAndPeace #LeadershipInAction

#YouthInGovernance #ElectoralParticipation #LeadershipMatters #YouthLeadership #Youth

🚨 TODAY IS THE DAY! 🚨 The moment is here! The Youth Electoral Participation & Governance Symposium 2026 is happening today and the room is set for powerful conversations, bold ideas, and impactful engagement. 🗳️✨ This is more than an event, it’s a

gathering of voices ready to shape the future of governance and youth participation. If you’re ready to learn, engage, and be inspired, this is where you need to be. 📍 MRC Auditorium, LASUCOM, Ikeja, Lagos ⏰ 9:00 AM Show up. Be present. Be part of the change.

conversations that spark action. 📍 MRC Auditorium, LASUCOM, Ikeja, Lagos 🗓️ 2nd April 2026 | ⏰ 9AM Be in the room where ideas meet direction. #YouthInGovernance #ElectoralParticipation #LeadershipMatters #YouthLeadership #Youth

🎤 MEET THE MODERATORS || YOUTH ELECTORAL PARTICIPATION & GOVERNANCE SYMPOSIUM 2026 Great conversations don’t just happen, they are guided. We’re proud to introduce the brilliant minds Ibrahim Oladimeji & Adeshina Aminat Tobiloba who will be steering our panel sessions,

ensuring insightful discussions, thought-provoking questions, and impactful engagement. From governance to youth participation, these moderators will help shape conversations that matter, keeping it real, engaging, and solution-driven. Expect clarity. Expect depth. Expect