On December 6, 2024, the Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) Network Abuja Hub held its much-anticipated Impact Conference. The event featured a special royal guest, Alh. Kamal Adamu Shuaib, the Sarkin Gabas Abaji, Agyekpa, and Hakimin Ayaura, who delivered empowering goodwill messages to the young leaders present.

In his address, Alh. Kamal emphasized the importance of perseverance and hard work in the pursuit of wealth, stating, “There are no shortcuts to making wealth, if you believe there is a shortcut, you are always on the wrong path. He underscored the value of dedication and integrity in achieving sustainable success.

Furthermore, he addressed the concerning trend of young people engaging in fraudulent activities, commonly referred to as YAHOO as well as the desire to leave Nigeria in search of better opportunities abroad, often termed “japa.” He firmly stated, “Nigeria is our country, we do not have any other country apart from Nigeria. This message resonated with the audience, encouraging them to invest in their homeland and contribute to its growth and development.

The conference served as a platform for inspiration and motivation, equipping young leaders with the mindset and tools necessary to effect positive change in their communities and the nation at large.

Yum Abaji ✍