Junior Chamber International (JCI) Nigeria has announced honorees at the 2025 JCI 10 Outstanding Young Persons of Nigeria & International Youth Day Ceremony.

The announcement was made at a ceremony in Lagos, held in commemoration of International Youth Day, celebrating the achievements of young leaders and innovators across the nation.

Delivering his keynote address, the Representative and Chief of the Taiwan Mission in Nigeria, Mr Andy Yih-Ping Liu, underscored the pivotal role of young people in global development, stating: “Youths are not just the future, but are the driving force of innovation, creativity, and resilience needed to shape stronger societies.”

The representative reaffirmed Taiwan’s commitment to supporting platforms that recognise and celebrate youth changemakers, such as the JCI Ten Outstanding Young Persons (TOYP) initiative, describing it as a vital tool for nurturing leaders who would drive progress not only for Nigeria but for the world.

The 2025 TOYP honorees represent excellence across diverse fields and embody the power of youth leadership and innovation. The individuals are recognised for their significant contributions across various fields. They are Aramide Kayode (Academic Leadership and Accomplishment); Ifedayo Durosinmi-Etti (Business, Economic and/or Entrepreneurial Accomplishment); Prada Uzodinma (Contribution to Children, World Peace and Human Rights); Morenike Olusanya (Cultural Achievement); Praise Akobo (Medical Innovation); and Jumoke Dada (Moral and Environmental Leadership). Other awardees are Tobiloba Ajayi (Humanitarian and Voluntary Leadership); Elizabeth Oshoba (Personal Improvement and Accomplishment); Chinwe Okoli (Political, Legal and Governmental Affairs); and Fisayo Fosudo (Scientific and Technological Development).