06/04/2026
YAN OGUN APPOINTS DR. ABOLAJI J. KELANI AS ENTREPRENEURSHIP ADVISER, SEALS PROFESSIONAL PARTNERSHIP
Ogun State, Nigeria — The Youth Assembly of Nigeria (YAN), Ogun State Chapter, has appointed Dr. Abolaji J. Kelani as Adviser on Youth Entrepreneurship, in a move widely regarded as a significant step toward strengthening youth development and enterprise advancement in the state.
The appointment followed a strategic courtesy visit by officials of the Assembly, where discussions centred on youth empowerment, vocational training, and sustainable economic opportunities for young people.
Dr. Kelani, a prominent figure in tourism, education, and enterprise development, formally accepted the role and expressed confidence in the vision and structure of the Youth Assembly. He commended the initiative as a purposeful platform for grooming future leaders and driving economic relevance among youths.
In a major outcome of the engagement, he also confirmed his readiness to establish a professional partnership with the Assembly. The collaboration, according to him, will focus on practical skill acquisition, capacity building, and the creation of structured pathways for self reliance and innovation.
“This is a platform with clear potential to shape lives and create impact when properly harnessed,” he stated, assuring the delegation of his full support.
Officials of YAN Ogun described the development as a landmark achievement, noting that Dr. Kelani’s acceptance brings credibility, experience, and strategic direction to the Assembly’s growing initiatives.
They further emphasized that the partnership is expected to unlock opportunities in mentorship, training, and industry exposure for young people across the state and beyond.
The visit also featured insightful engagements, as Dr. Kelani shared practical lessons from his personal journey, offering perspectives on resilience, growth, and leadership. Members of the delegation described the interaction as enlightening and deeply motivating.
With this development, stakeholders believe the collaboration signals a renewed drive toward structured youth empowerment and sustainable development.
The Youth Assembly of Nigeria, Ogun State Chapter, continues to position itself as a forward thinking platform committed to nurturing responsible leadership and promoting economic inclusion among Nigerian youths.
Issued by; the Youth Assembly of Nigeria (YAN), Ogun State Chapter
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