Abuja Dialogue on Youth Leadership Set for April 2026

The inaugural Abuja Dialogue on Youth Leadership is set to take place on April 13, 2026, in Abuja, with the theme "Scale to Excel: Youth Leadership Strategies for National Transformation." The dialogue aims to position youth leadership at the center of national discourse, emphasizing the need for structured access and mentorship for young Nigerians. Ibrahim Hadejia, Deputy Chief of Staff to the President, announced the event, highlighting the importance of collaboration among institutions to develop youth leadership.

The dialogue will attract key stakeholders to brainstorm initiatives that empower the youth, with support from Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and Vice President Kashim Shettima. Ayisat Agbajokun from the Leadership Academy noted that the dialogue seeks to create an enabling environment for youth development across Nigeria.

The event is endorsed by various leaders, including President Bola Tinubu, who prioritizes youth empowerment as a national agenda.