13th Edition of B.S.E.W.N: Lagos CP Jimoh, LSSTF Board Member Dr. Ogunsan, Ologba of Ogbaland, HRM Egbeyemi, Others to Chart a New Course for Young Nigerians
• Agege LG Ag. Chair, Obasa, NIMN Registrar Mrs. Okoh, CMD OAGH Dr. Oluyemi, Public Analyst Barr. Ologun will interact with participants
• LAHA Member Abdulkareem, Orile Agege LCDA Chair Idowu, LASTMA GM Bakare-Oki, Ondo High Chief Dr. Oluwole, Others to Be Honoured for Educational Impact
The Lagos State Commissioner of Police, CP Jimoh Moshood; a board member of the Lagos State Security Trust Fund (LSSTF), Dr. Ayodele Ogunsan; and the Ologba of Ogbaland, His Royal Majesty, Oba Latif Egbeyemi, have been announced as headliners for the 13th edition of the annual event Beyond Secondary Education: What’s Next? (BSEWN).
Organized by Future Matters Concept in partnership with The Success Ambassadors Foundation, this year’s edition is scheduled to hold on Thursday, November 13th, at the Dami Event Center, Akilo Road, Ogba, Lagos.
Distinguished Speakers to Inspire Youth
Other notable speakers who will engage participants in dynamic, interactive sessions include:
• Mrs. Thelma Okoh, Registrar, National Institute of Marketing of Nigeria (NIMN)
• Dr. Oluyemi Taiwo, Chief Medical Director, Orile Agege General Hospital
• Barr. Jide Ologun, Legal Analyst and Public Affairs CommentatorActing Chairman of Agege Local Government, Hon. Abdulganiyu Obasa, and the Executive Chairman of Orile Agege LCDA, Hon. Akinola Idowu, will serve as Chief Hosts.
According to the convener, Mr. Adewale Adeleye, the BSEWN initiative seeks to inspire excellence in academic pursuits,
Provide guidance on career choices, leadership, entrepreneurship, while
Addressing prevailing social vices affecting Nigerian youth
Adeleye emphasized that BSEWN convenes successful professionals from various fields to share their experiences and equip young people with the tools needed for a brighter future.
He further stated that BSEWN is designed to build the mindset and capacity of young people to face the future with purpose.
2025 Theme: “Think Forward”
“The theme ‘THINK FORWARD’ is more than a slogan—it’s a mindset. We want our youth to stop waiting for change and start becoming the change. By providing the right exposure, information, and mentorship, we’re helping them see that their future begins now—with the decisions they make today,” Adeleye said.
Through keynote speeches, panel discussions, talent showcases, and mentorship sessions, the event will tackle real-life questions and give participants the clarity they need to chart their path after secondary school.
Celebrating Educational Impact
Awardees: Celebrating Educational Champions
This year’s edition will also recognize distinguished individuals for their significant contributions to education and youth empowerment, including:
• Hon. Taofeek Adaranijo, Former Member, House of Representatives
• Hon. Jubreel Ayodeji Abdulkareem, Member, Lagos State House of Assembly
• Mr. Bakare-Oki Olalekan, General Manager, Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA)
• Dr. Modupe Oluwole, Female High Chief, Ondo State
• Alh. Gbolahan Tajudeen Tijani, MD, Demats Limited
• Dr. Azeez Oladapo-Yusuf, Chairman, Ninolowo Empowerment Foundation
• Amb. Nurudeen Jimoh, Chairman, Olly Jay Cares Foundation
• Mr. Solomon Chukwu, CEO, Solochuks
• Engr. Dr. Abdulfatai Hassan, MD/CEO, Transcom Engineering Limited
amongst others.
Hundreds of outgoing secondary school students and out-of-school youths are expected to participate in this year’s edition.
Beyond Secondary Education: What’s Next? (BSEWN) remains a flagship annual initiative aimed at equipping young Nigerians with the knowledge, resilience, and tools necessary to thrive in a dynamic, fast-evolving world.
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