22/05/2025
Governor Aiyedatiwa Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa Vows Continued Support for Young Talent Development
In a continued demonstration of Ondo State’s commitment to youth empowerment and talent discovery, Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, through his Senior Special Assistant on Students Affairs, Hon. Kevin Solomon Olaolu (KSO), reiterated the administration's unwavering support for platforms that nurture and showcase the potential of young people.
This reassurance was made at the Young Talent FIT Initiative Inter-School Music and Essay Competition, held at the Adebayo Afin Multipurpose Hall, Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA). Themed “Unlocking Your Innate Potential", the event brought together students from secondary schools across the state in a creative showcase of music, spoken word, and essay presentations.
Representing the Governor as the Special Guest of Honour, Hon. KSO delivered a keynote address that was both inspiring and assuring. He conveyed the Governor’s heartfelt support for the youth-centered initiative and acknowledged the significance of empowering the younger generation to discover and develop their God-given talents.
“His Excellency Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa is deeply committed to creating enabling environments where young talents can be discovered, nurtured, and celebrated. We believe that talent, when properly harnessed, can become a transformative tool for personal and societal development,” KSO declared
He further emphasized that the administration has taken deliberate steps to support education, skills development, and youth-driven innovation across the 18 Local Government Areas of the state. Highlighting programs beneficial to developing and encouraging young talented individuals.
Today’s event is more than just a competition; it is a symbol of what is possible when we believe in our youth. The future belongs to those who prepare today. And I am proud to say that under Governor Aiyedatiwa, Ondo State is preparing her youths for that future,” he added.
The competition witnessed stunning performances across categories, with participants displaying remarkable creativity, confidence, and intellect. Winners in the music and essay segments received medals, certificates, and educational materials as part of the initiative's effort to encourage academic and creative pursuits.