In a resounding call to action, prominent youth development advocates, Chief Abiodun Lasile, Mrs. Elizabeth Amodu, and Mr. Babatunde Odedele, have united to appeal for substantial financial backing from both government and corporate organisations.
The focus of their plea is the Accurate-Creative Minds Foundation (ACMF) and other youth development centers, emphasising the critical need to sustain vital human capacity building programs for unlocking the immense potential of Nigeria’s youth and fueling economic growth.
Chief Lasile, the Orunto of Owu-Abeokuta kingdom, delivered a compelling message as the guest lecturer during the official launch and inauguration of the ACMF Development Centre in Abeokuta.
He underscored the significance of moral and financial support from government and corporations to empower youth development organisations.
According to him, such support is crucial for steering the younger generation away from destructive vices that could jeopardize their future.
Addressing the theme of the inauguration, ‘Role of Youth Development Centres In The Economic Advancement of The Nation,’ Chief Lasile emphasised the necessity for well-equipped centres armed with diverse literature to prepare youths for leadership roles.
He also called on the government to establish structures that encourage youths to realize their full potential, contributing to the nation’s economic growth.
Elizabeth Amodu, the General Manager of Olusegun Obasanjo Library Youth Development Centre/Cinema and keynote speaker at the event, highlighted the acute financial challenges facing youth development centers like ACMF.
She passionately expressed that these organizations deserve unwavering support to withstand the weight of increasing global economic challenges.
Amodu stressed the pivotal role played by youth development centers in the advancement of any country, citing their continuous investment in the lives of the youth.
She called for increased partnerships between these centers, government, private organizations, and individuals to overcome the challenges they face.
Founder of ACMF, Mr. Babatunde Odedele, echoed the call for financial support in his welcome address.
He elucidated on ACMF’s mission and vision, aiming to change the narrative and turn dreams into realities for the youth.
Odedele emphasized the organization’s commitment to dispelling the notion that education is a scam, highlighting the crucial role education plays in individual capacity development.
The inauguration of the ACMF Development Centre marked a significant milestone in the foundation’s journey. Odedele envisions a world where every individual is equipped with knowledge, skills, and confidence.
The center is designed to nurture the potential within each young mind, fostering growth, learning, unlearning, relearning, innovation, and excellence.
Odedele urged a collective commitment to creating an environment that encourages exploration, critical thinking, and the development of practical skills.
The ACMF Development Centre, he emphasized, is more than a physical space; it symbolizes a collective dedication to the enlightenment and empowerment of the youth, paving the way for a generation that contributes positively to society and beyond.
Chairman of the event, Engr. Abdul-Gafar Majekodunmi, and special guest of honour, Dr. Musediq Fadeyi, lauded ACMF’s initiatives in providing platforms for youths to actualize their dreams.
The high points of the event included the unveiling of ACMF’s program for the year, the official launch of the youth development center, and awards presented to both the guest lecturer and keynote speaker.
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