The stage is set for the yearly Maktoub Youth Forum (MYF) scheduled for December 8 in Abuja.
   
This year’s event, themed “Ignite, Inspire, Impact”, is to attract over 200 youth from across the federation, with different backgrounds, disciplines and orientations.
   
The yearly MYF, a key part of the birthday celebration of the founder of Maktoub Media, Mariam Mohammed, focuses on helping Nigerian youth develop the right outlook, character and values.
   
In a statement to announce the MYF 2024, the convener, Mohammed said the forum would feature “a powerful line-up of guest speakers leading vibrant and interactive discourses on current/topical issues that directly impact on youth today and their hopes and dreams for a prosperous future.”
  
Speakers include television personality, Seun Okinbaloye; CEO of Karmod Nigeria Limited, Hakeem Shagaya; Founder/CEO of Kabiya Care Foundation, Dr Adaeze Oreh; Fatima Mamman-Daura, and Fatima Akinyera.
 
Shagaya’s topic is: “Hustling with Heart: A Raw Guide for Young Entrepreneurs to Succeed in a Competitive Business Ecosystem.”
  
Mamman-Daura will speak on “You Are Enough: Rewriting the Script of Success for Life and Career Balance.” Oreh’s subject would be “Breaking Barriers: Innovative Strategies to Career Success in a Dynamic Economy.” Akinyera would shed light on “Real vs Reel: Finding Yourself Beyond Social Media’s Filters and Expectations.” Okinbaloye’s focus is “Unbroken: Transforming Personal Pain into Springboards for Success.”
   
Mohammed added: “We have an exceptional line-up of speakers who will share their experiences, insights, and actionable strategies for success. This year’s MYF is more than just a conference. It’s an immersive experience that will include insightful discussions and real-world strategies from industry leaders.”
  
She said the event would outline the importance of engaging youths in meaningful inter-generational dialogue.