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JCIN partners govt, corporate institutions to tackle societal problems, cushion unemployment

By Kehinde Olatunji
18 January 2024   |   1:00 am
Junior Chamber International Nigeria (JCIN), has indicated its resolve to partner with corporate institutions, federal and state governments

2024 Executive Vice President Southsouth/Southeast, JCIN Ambassador Elochukwu Umeohana (left); 2024 Chairperson TOYP/IYD, JCIN Ambassador Blessing Eson; 2024 JCI Nigeria President, JCIN Ambassador Sandra Ekene Efemuaye; JCI Nigeria Executive Secretary, JCI Senator Adeyemo Adeonipekun and 2024 Executive Vice President Northeast, JCIN Ambassador Goodness Morakinyo

Junior Chamber International Nigeria (JCIN), has indicated its resolve to partner with corporate institutions, federal and state governments to tackle societal problems, thereby cushioning the high rate of unemployment among youths.

The organisation also hinted that it’s yearly Ten Outstanding Young Personality (TOYP) awards would center around Academic Leadership, Business, Economic, and Entrepreneurial, Scientific and/or Technological Development, Political & Legal, and Personal Improvement.

Speaking at a media parley, JCI Nigeria National President, Sandra Efemuaye emphasised the organisation’s commitment to enhancing mentorship programme, utilising strategic marketing tools, and forming effective partnerships with social impact organisations, government parastatals, and media houses.

She stated that the organisation’s strategic vision for 2024 is Sustainable structures, Engagement and Efficient (SEE), noting that the objective is mainly to address societal problems through various projects, programmes, campaigns, and public dialogues.

According to her, under Sustainable structures, the organisation plans to implement strategies to attract and retain members, integrate the alumni into local administration, establish JCI Nigeria Skill Hub, and incorporate local skill development projects into the 100 per cent efficiency programme.

She said: “Efficient Systems will witness the adoption of digital tools to measure project impact, manage membership databases, and assist local organizations in meaningful budgeting. The goal is to execute projects meeting international standards with a commitment to channeling adequate resources into various programmes.

On her part, Chairperson of the 2024 Ten Outstanding Personality Award (TOYP/IYD), JCIN Blessing Eson explained that the initiative aims to honor individuals under 40 who have excelled in their fields and brought about positive change.
 
Eson noted that the nomination process would start with public online nominations on the organisation’s website.

“A panel of judges will then select nominees, followed by public voting to shortlist 30 candidates. The final 10 recipients of the JCI TOYP Nigeria 2023 honors will be revealed through another round of voting.

“Notable past recipients of these prestigious awards include Richard Mofe-Damijo, Linda Ikeji, Rotimi Amaechi, Daddy Showkey, Shina Peters, Kanu Nwankwo, and Japheth Omojuwa, among others. JCI Nigeria remains dedicated to fostering positive change and inspiring greatness in communities through initiatives that empower and recognize outstanding individuals.

“The Ten Outstanding Young Persons of Nigeria Awards are for young persons aged between 18 to 40, who have done extraordinary things, excelled in their fields, and have been able to transform their lives individually and their communities at large. Nominations are open until February 12 and are free and open to candidates from all 36 states of the country,” she said.

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